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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 399
SAR 691 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. 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
Frank
SAR 507
SAR 585 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
KimLien
SAR 344
SAR 428 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Mission Inn

4. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Sharon
SAR 372
SAR 443 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Pacific Blue Inn

5. 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 530 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Anthony
SAR 278
SAR 370 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Brooke
SAR 541
SAR 622 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Kyle
SAR 291
SAR 337 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Salt Air Lodge

9. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Grant
SAR 301
SAR 348 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sep - 28 Sep
Hitching Post Studios Inn

10. 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 477
SAR 551 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

11. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Madeline
SAR 418
SAR 631 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Casablanca On The Beach

12. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Michael
SAR 235
SAR 312 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sep - 1 Oct
Beachview Inn

13. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Siddharth
SAR 237
SAR 277 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Irinea
SAR 251
SAR 314 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

15. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Justin
SAR 200
SAR 296 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Seaside Inn & Suites

16. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
James
SAR 263
SAR 303 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sep - 29 Sep
National 9 Santa Cruz

17. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
John
SAR 264
SAR 295 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Drift Inn

18. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
Rosa
SAR 372
SAR 427 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Aqua Breeze Inn

19. Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
NELSON A.
SAR 409
SAR 470 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Best Western Inn

20. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
SAR 226
SAR 319 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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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
14 reviews
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Business center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,350 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,014 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn
9.0
Wonderful
949 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
9.0
Wonderful
710 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great location."
Donna 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"The Hyatt was beautiful and clean and the staff were helpful. It was my mistake to not have checked the location of our second floor suite. Unfortunately our room was above the kitchen, and facing the street where the valet parking took place well into the evening. Lots of music from cars and the noise of car doors shutting. The staff did supply ear plugs so I slept fine after that. Loved the heated salt water pool and hot tub. Lovely guests and amenities. Breakfast was 5 star. Very nice and would stay again"
T. 3-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."
Leslie 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good
"Great place with super location! Loved the waffles and free breakfast"
Kelly 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
Emily 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"It was a bit over cast but it was good and clean beds was comfy"
Jared 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"It was a true suite. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the rooms in this friendliness of the staff."
Rick 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
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 7 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 Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. 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.