The Best Hotels Closest to Fern Grotto Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Anna

SAR 443

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

2. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

11 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Michael

SAR 397

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Ingrid

SAR 428

SAR 495 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

4. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Judy

SAR 344

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

11 km from Fern Grotto Beach

William

SAR 475

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

6. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Julia

SAR 314

SAR 596 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

12.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Gail

SAR 362

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

A spacious cafe with wooden ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a mural of musicians.

An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

15.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach

John

SAR 371

SAR 432 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

9. Monarch Cove Inn

12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Matthew

SAR 716

SAR 814 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.3 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Nova

SAR 311

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 5.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Tasia

SAR 278

SAR 369 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Frank

SAR 446

SAR 517 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

18.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Carrie

SAR 659

SAR 1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Four Points by Sheraton' in front.

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Candace

SAR 411

SAR 470 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Brandall

SAR 428

SAR 491 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Alan

SAR 357

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

17. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Sofia

SAR 436

SAR 504 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

18. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach

SAR 393

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Grester

SAR 435

SAR 504 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

20. Inn at Depot Hill

12.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Joseph

SAR 764

SAR 1,082 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Fern Grotto Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 719 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

8/10 Good

"Pro's: amazing view of the bay/ocean, very clean and well taken care of. Con's: nterior was smaller than portrayed in photos, but that's standard I am sure in the BnB industry. Due to busy intersection, a lot of traffic and some noise.All in all, would get this place again"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent view, clean and very helpfull."

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous property with amazing views. Very relaxing and wonderful amenities. I highly recommend this property."

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Very Clean room, helpful staff. Many shops near by and a 15 minute walk to the boardwalk ."

West Cliff Getaway

8/10 Good

"This was a clean and well-stocked house in a wonderful location just off West Cliff Drive. Short walk to Natural Bridges Beach."

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

10/10 Excellent

"It was very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to Natural Bridges, great for sunsets. Better than we had expected. Wonderful hosts."

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Mitchells Cove Beach House was perfect in every way. I liked the large family room where we enjoyed relaxing on the sofa and two comfortable chairs. There is a sliding door with access to the backyard. Easy in and out for the dogs. The kitchen had lots of counter space and was bright and nicely laid out next to the dining area and long table. I especially liked the home's layout. One of the bedrooms has it's own bath. The second bathroom was very nice with a bathtub/shower and long counter. Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to a beach. I felt comfortable staying here and would choose this home if I were to come back."

Iconic West Cliff with Views!

10/10 Excellent

"This was the perfect house to stay in for a girls' weekend! My friends stayed with me to celebrate a milestone birthday and the house provided a great setting for hanging out, eating, and playing games. I love that there was plenty of seating in the living room and dining room and plenty of dishes in the kitchen. The house was very clean and had plenty of blankets for the beds."

Other attractions near Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Sand Plant Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sand Plant Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory during your travels in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Three Mile Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Three Mile Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fern Grotto Beach?

Fern Grotto Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 270 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Fern Grotto Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Fern Grotto Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.

How many hotels are there near Fern Grotto Beach?

Expedia has 270 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fern Grotto Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fern Grotto Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Fern Grotto Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Fern Grotto Beach?

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What can I see and do near Fern Grotto Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, or University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Fern Grotto Beach hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

2. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

4. Mission Inn

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

6. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Monarch Cove Inn

10. Carousel Beach Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

13. Seascape Beach Resort

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

17. Marea Sol Hotel

18. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

20. Inn at Depot Hill

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Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Marea Sol Hotel

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seaside Inn & Suites

West Cliff Getaway

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

Iconic West Cliff with Views!

Other attractions near Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Sand Plant Beach

Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Wilder Beach

Younger Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Three Mile Beach

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