The Best Hotels Closest to Its Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

1. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Its Beach

Marlene

SAR 321

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Its Beach

Frank

SAR 446

SAR 517 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

3. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Its Beach

Myla

SAR 442

SAR 512 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 red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

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

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Its Beach

Nova

SAR 311

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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 building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

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

5. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Its Beach

Judy

SAR 344

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Its Beach

Grester

SAR 446

SAR 517 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

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.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Its Beach

Sofia

SAR 436

SAR 504 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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

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

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

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Its Beach

Ingrid

SAR 369

SAR 430 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

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.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Its Beach

Anna

SAR 443

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

10. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Its Beach

Sharon

SAR 409

SAR 485 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

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

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

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

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.6 km from Its Beach

Tasia

SAR 278

SAR 369 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Its Beach

cindy

SAR 476

SAR 550 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

13. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Its Beach

Molly

SAR 656

SAR 751 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Its Beach

jessika

SAR 443

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

15. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Its Beach

Harjeet

SAR 328

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

16. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Its Beach

Shawna

SAR 409

SAR 529 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

17. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Its Beach

Aleksandr

SAR 253

SAR 332 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Its Beach

Christine

SAR 235

SAR 274 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Its Beach

Marie

SAR 256

SAR 320 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Its Beach

Natalie

SAR 207

SAR 304 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Its Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Edgewater Beach Inn	9.4 Exceptional 65 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,350 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 316 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.0 Wonderful 180 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Its Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very chill and"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Such a wonderful surprise! Wish we could have stayed longer."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! I’ll be back"

Edgewater Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this classic motor lodge. Will be back as often as I can! The staff was so friendly and helpful when I had a question about running the fireplace."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing time. Will be back!"

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We love The Paradox! It’s our staycation spot. The pool is great, the food is good, and the rooms are amazing and clean. Staff are very helpful, especially Blossom and Jay!! Jay is always so helpful!"

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Awesome property right in the heart of it all!"

Lighthouse Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house awesome location! I know that Santa Cruz isn't usually hot this time of year, but it was in the mid to high 80s and the AC was either broken or didn't work very well at all. Just take into consideration if you are staying during the super hot months! Other than that, it was a fabulous stay!"

Other attractions near Its Beach

Lighthouse Field State Beach

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

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A sign for the Surfing Museum at Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

8.0/10 (77 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a trip to Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

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Mitchell Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mitchell Cove Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Its Beach?

Its Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 80 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Its 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 just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Its Beach. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels will I find close to Its Beach?

Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Its Beach.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Its Beach.

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

For additional details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Its Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Its Beach?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, or Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Neary Lagoon Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Its Beach hotels

1. Edgewater Beach Inn

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Seaway Inn

4. Carousel Beach Inn

5. Mission Inn

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

7. Marea Sol Hotel

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

10. Pacific Blue Inn

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

14. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

15. Casablanca On The Beach

16. Rio Vista Suites

17. Beachview Inn

18. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

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Top Its Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Casablanca On The Beach

Edgewater Beach Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Beachview Inn

Lighthouse Beach House

Other attractions near Its Beach

Lighthouse Field State Beach

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Lighthouse Point Park

Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

Mitchell Cove Beach

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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