The Best Hotels Closest to Natural Bridges State Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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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 modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

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.

1. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State 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 balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

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

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

2. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Myla

SAR 436

SAR 505 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

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

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Judy

SAR 344

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

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.

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Philip

SAR 428

SAR 496 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 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 self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Anna

SAR 443

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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 beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Molly

SAR 598

SAR 685 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

An indoor swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by tables and chairs under a covered area.

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is part of the Howard Johnson network.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

7. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Rod

SAR 443

SAR 509 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

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

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9.9 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Joseph

SAR 840

SAR 1,166 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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 modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Devin

SAR 1,176

SAR 1,530 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Oct - 1 Nov

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

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

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

William

SAR 507

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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

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

11. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Julia

SAR 265

SAR 540 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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.

12. Monarch Cove Inn

10.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Matthew

SAR 716

SAR 815 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

16 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Ryan

SAR 706

SAR 1,092 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 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.

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

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

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

8.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Michael

SAR 428

SAR 495 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

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

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

A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

John

SAR 397

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

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

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

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9.8 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Rochelle

SAR 362

SAR 417 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 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 spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

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

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.3 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Frank

SAR 475

SAR 549 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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.

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

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Grester

SAR 447

SAR 517 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 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.

19. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Sofia

SAR 484

SAR 559 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A row of terracotta buildings with balconies, each with a small staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

20. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

9.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Elyse

SAR 775

SAR 885 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Natural Bridges State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.4 Exceptional 1,043 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 309 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,009 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 719 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View

Top Natural Bridges State Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great spacious parking"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"!!!"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"

Mission Inn

8/10 Good

"The room was clean and there seemed to be enough linens. The shower was not good as the water pressure to the shower head was poor because the lever to pull up for the water to go to the shower head was faulty and could not be pulled up enough to provide enough water for a enough water to come up. The drain was stopped up so water was filling up the tub. Also, you could not open the door all the way to get into the toilet so you had to shut the bathroom door completely before you could sit on the toilet."

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."

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Me and my family decided to have a last minute beach visit we had no idea we were going to want to stay the night and once we figured we would I called everywhere (it was 7pm) and only this hotel answered there was always someone to help at the desk and it was fast and easy to book and it was a great price and me and my family would definitely recommend my only complaint would be you can hear the trash people early in the morning but everything else was just what we wanted"

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."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very clean. It was on a busy road, but the ocean was visible and overall it was a very pleasant stay! Liz was very responsive."

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Beach

A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to 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 large rock formation featuring a natural arch over the ocean, surrounded by beachgoers and pine trees.

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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De Anza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at De Anza 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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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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Swift Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Swift 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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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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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

You can take time to visit Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Natural Bridges State Beach?

Natural Bridges State 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 24 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Natural Bridges State Beach?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Natural Bridges State Beach. Another good option is Mission Inn, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Natural Bridges State Beach?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Natural Bridges State Beach.

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

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Natural Bridges State Beach.

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

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What can I see and do near Natural Bridges State 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 monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Natural Bridges State Beach. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Natural Bridges State Beach hotels

1. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

2. Seaway Inn

3. Mission Inn

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

7. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

11. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

12. Monarch Cove Inn

13. Seascape Beach Resort

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

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

19. Marea Sol Hotel

20. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Compare popular hotels close to Natural Bridges State Beach

Top Natural Bridges State Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Marea Sol Hotel

Mission Inn

West Cliff Getaway

Seaside Inn & Suites

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

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Beach

Natural Bridges State Park

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

De Anza Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Swift Beach

Younger Beach

Swift Street Courtyard

Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

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