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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Andrea
SAR 423
SAR 717 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Carmen
SAR 308
SAR 363 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Jiexin
SAR 1,123
SAR 1,276 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
WESTRAY
SAR 540
SAR 621 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Roxanna
SAR 446
SAR 517 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Seaway Inn

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Lisa
SAR 412
SAR 478 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Grester
SAR 507
SAR 585 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
KimLien
SAR 380
SAR 468 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Mission Inn

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Sharon
SAR 409
SAR 486 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Linda
SAR 459
SAR 531 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Anthony
SAR 335
SAR 433 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Brooke
SAR 571
SAR 656 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

13. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Donald
SAR 500
SAR 576 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

14. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Molly
SAR 823
SAR 979 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Bertha
SAR 350
SAR 405 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
jessika
SAR 542
SAR 624 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
David
SAR 481
SAR 680 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Casablanca On The Beach

18. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Shawna
SAR 410
SAR 530 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Rio Vista Suites

19. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Steve
SAR 473
SAR 547 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Grant
SAR 295
SAR 342 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sep - 23 Sep
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
10.0
Exceptional
13 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.2
Wonderful
100 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,047 reviews
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Business center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,348 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
9.2
Wonderful
299 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great affordable place, beds are nice, nice staff. Unfortunately pool was closed but other than that, it was amazing"
Brenda 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beach views, pool, rooftop chill areas,so nice! Walkable to boardwalk"
johnathon 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Staff was friendly. Good price"
Richard Leonard 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"It was excellent stay away from home."
Matt 4-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"I booked a two-king room to give myself and my two rambunctious boys a little extra space, and it was exactly what we needed! The room was spacious and comfortable, making our stay much more enjoyable. The amenities were incredibly thoughtful, including earplugs, makeup-removing wipes, and real glasses for beverages. The staff was exceptionally friendly, welcoming, and helpful throughout our stay. Everything we needed was available, and then some. The ice machine and vending area were conveniently located, and the pool and hot tub were a huge hit with both me and the kids. The hotel is also in a very convenient location, making it easy to get around. One thing to note is that the parking lot is a little tight, but that's to be expected for this area. Even so, we never had any issues finding a parking spot or being unable to park. Overall, we had a wonderful stay and would definitely return! 😊"
Krista 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, very clean property and friendly staff"
Frank 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Beachview Inn
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good
"Such a cute place! Great location to the boardwalk we didn’t need to bring so much because going back to the hotel to grab beach stuff was so convenient. The only thing they can improve on is the hot water, it was pretty lukewarm for every shower. But the staff was super friendly, it’s close to the boardwalk and the place had personality which i loved!"
Clare 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"I have stayed here every time I go to Santa Cruz. It's close to the boardwalk and it's very well maintained"
VALERIE 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Main Beach

A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
Photo by Adri VDM Photography

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

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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Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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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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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 Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Santa Cruz Main 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 204 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 204 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.