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

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

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Lincoln Beach

Julia

SAR 389

SAR 680 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.7 km from Lincoln Beach

William

SAR 443

SAR 512 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lincoln Beach

Devin

SAR 1,176

SAR 1,530 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

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

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

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

4. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lincoln Beach

Marlene

SAR 322

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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.

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

2.8 km from Lincoln Beach

Michael

SAR 397

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.8 km from Lincoln Beach

Frank

SAR 470

SAR 543 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

7. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lincoln Beach

Jiexin

SAR 822

SAR 938 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

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

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

8. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lincoln Beach

Myla

SAR 421

SAR 488 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

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

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lincoln Beach

Grester

SAR 428

SAR 496 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

10. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lincoln Beach

Sofia

SAR 484

SAR 559 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 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 hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

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

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Lincoln Beach

Deina

SAR 311

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

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.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Lincoln Beach

Sharon

SAR 409

SAR 486 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

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

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

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

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 3 km from Lincoln Beach

Tasia

SAR 278

SAR 370 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 modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Lincoln Beach

cindy

SAR 477

SAR 551 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

15. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Lincoln Beach

Brenda Lynn

SAR 556

SAR 639 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lincoln Beach

Molly

SAR 653

SAR 747 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

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

A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

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

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.3 km from Lincoln Beach

jessika

SAR 443

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

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

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Lincoln Beach

Harjeet

SAR 328

SAR 531 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lincoln Beach

vincent

SAR 301

SAR 348 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

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

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

20. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.5 km from Lincoln Beach

Shawna

SAR 409

SAR 530 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Lincoln Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,005 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 578 reviews	View
Edgewater Beach Inn	9.4 Exceptional 68 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View

Top Lincoln Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place in excellent condition with excellent staff. My only critiques are that due to the design, there is little privacy for the rooms overlooking the pool. If you are on your balcony, you are on display for at least 75% of the other rooms. Also - the heated spa is located on a raised platform in the middle of the area - it seems almost like you're onstage, Any conversations that took place in the spa were distinctly heard on my 5th floor balcony. Since children love the spa, it was quite noisy at times."

Beachfront at Twin Lakes Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful view and access to the beach. You can hear the ocean at all times and it was wonderful. We celebrated our babymoon with our dogs and had an amazing time. Our only regret is that we couldn't stay longer."

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

10/10 Excellent

"Loved our stay in Santa Cruz - home was perfect for our needs and right on the beach!"

Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay at a beautiful home. I would definitely stay again, and recommend at this property! The host is very friendly and helpful."

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Communication is great, Everything went smoothly."

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely perfect house near the beach on a quiet charming street! We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate my daughter’s birthday with her friends. The house was incredible especially for a group of teenagers, with so many fun activities—pickleball, basketball, billiards, and plenty of wonderful spaces to hang out, play board games, or watch a movie together. There was truly something for everyone! Amber was so helpful, responsive, and easy to work with. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay and will definitely come back!"

Twin Lakes Surf House

10/10 Excellent

"The beachnest was wonderful for my girls weekend. The multiple decks and rooftop area were fabulous. The location was great. Easy walk to the beach where we enjoyed a spectacular sunset. Because the harbor bridge was out, driving around took a little more time than expected. Of course, no fault of the rental property. The carpets could use a good steam, but overall the property was very clean. Comfortable beds in all three rooms. Large, easily shareable bathrooms. The kitchen was well stocked with anything you could need for cooking. The house is located in a walkable, quiet, residential neighborhood with plenty of parking. I would definitely recommend this property for a group gathering."

Family gathering home just steps from the beach

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing experience for my family on my birthday! Few minute walk from the beach and lots of amenities. I cooked every day and the kitchen had everything! More than we needed I loved our stay here! Definitely will come back for a beach trip again!"

The Swell House Santa Cruz - Suite 3

10/10 Excellent

"Communication with William was excellent. Always quick to reply. The location was really good for restaurants , Starbucks and not far from Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, etc."

Other attractions near Lincoln Beach

A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.

Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Sunny Cove Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Cove Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Santa Maria's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Maria's Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Moran Lake Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moran Lake Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History in Lower Seabright. 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 Lincoln Beach?

Lincoln Beach is located in Twin Lakes. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 167 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lincoln Beach?

Adjacent to Lincoln Beach, Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Another good choice is Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, located just 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find near Lincoln Beach?

Expedia has 167 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lincoln Beach.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Lincoln Beach.

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

For additional details about changing or cancelling your stay near Lincoln Beach, click here.

What can I see and do near Lincoln Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Lincoln Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4. Edgewater Beach Inn

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

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8. Seaway Inn

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10. Marea Sol Hotel

11. Carousel Beach Inn

12. Pacific Blue Inn

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

15. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

18. Casablanca On The Beach

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

20. Rio Vista Suites

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Top Lincoln Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Beachfront at Twin Lakes Beach

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

Twin Lakes Surf House

Family gathering home just steps from the beach

The Swell House Santa Cruz - Suite 3

Other attractions near Lincoln Beach

Seabright Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Sunny Cove Beach

Harbor Beach

Santa Maria's Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Moran Lake Beach

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

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