The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Maria's 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 kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

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.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Julia

SAR 333

SAR 617 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

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

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

William

SAR 475

SAR 548 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Michael

SAR 397

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

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

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Nova

SAR 311

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

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

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.

5. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Sofia

SAR 436

SAR 504 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

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.

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Brenda Lynn

SAR 584

SAR 670 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

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.

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

vincent

SAR 300

SAR 348 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

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.

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

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

jessika

SAR 443

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.

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

9. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Elyse

SAR 562

SAR 646 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

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 modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

10. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Shawna

SAR 338

SAR 450 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

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

11. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Salvador

SAR 235

SAR 274 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed artwork, a clock, and a map on the wall.

A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings.

A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.

12. Aqua Breeze Inn

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

John

SAR 334

SAR 385 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

13. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Armando

SAR 263

SAR 295 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

14. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Julio

SAR 311

SAR 359 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.

15. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Holly

SAR 293

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, an ATM, and a digital screen displaying a welcome message.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

16. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Gabriela

SAR 351

SAR 409 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

17. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Herman

SAR 215

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and balconies with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a window with a view of the street, and a bench by the window.

A motel with a prominent 'Super 8' sign, a two-story structure with balconies, and a well-maintained garden area.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

jennifer

SAR 290

SAR 336 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A view from a balcony with a metal railing overlooking a road with a water body and distant buildings.

A sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.

A multi-story building with balconies, solar panels, and a sign for the Ocean Gate Inn.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

19. Ocean Gate Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Jaedin

SAR 424

SAR 487 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Nov - 22 Nov

A reception area with a framed floral artwork, a bulletin board with various advertisements, a potted orchid, and a sign thanking guests.

A motel with a balcony on the second floor, located at a street corner with a clear sky.

A motel with a sign reading "Capri Motel," a parking lot, and a covered walkway with railings.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a microwave, and a shower area.

20. Capri Motel

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Karim

SAR 225

SAR 279 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's 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 1,004 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.0 Wonderful 180 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,633 reviews	View

Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Allegra Villa Alla Spiaggia - See & Hear Ocean - Luxurious

10/10 Excellent

"From the minute we walked in, we were already enjoying our VRBO choice. The property is immaculate and provides a beautiful atmosphere on the ocean. The kitchen is well equipped for easy cooking. Bedrooms and bathrooms are comfortable and the home offers a great floor plan for multiple people. The host was easy to reach out to and communicated back very quickly. We will definitely come back. Thank you."

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent view, clean and very helpfull."

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Gorgeous property with amazing views. Very relaxing and wonderful amenities. I highly recommend this property."

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!"

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"This place all around was beautiful, the location is great. My only complaint was that our coffee maker was missing a piece and I let the front office know about it and instead of getting a new piece or new coffee maker they told me oh well nothing they can do about it. They have a coffee bar from 8-10am but we have a baby so our mornings start at 5am so not having a coffee maker in the room sucked."

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."

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Very Clean room, helpful staff. Many shops near by and a 15 minute walk to the boardwalk ."

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!"

Other attractions near Santa Maria's Beach

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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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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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? 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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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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Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (37 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure 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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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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38th Avenue Beach Access

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 38th Avenue Beach Access during your trip to Santa Cruz?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Maria's Beach?

Santa Maria's Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 175 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Maria's Beach?

Adjacent to Santa Maria's Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good choice is Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?

Expedia has 175 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Maria's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Santa Maria's Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Maria's Beach?

For more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Santa Maria's Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Santa Maria's 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. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

4. Carousel Beach Inn

5. Marea Sol Hotel

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

8. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

9. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

10. Rio Vista Suites

11. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

12. Aqua Breeze Inn

13. Drift Inn

14. Salt Air Lodge

15. Torch Lite Inn

16. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

17. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

19. Ocean Gate Inn

20. Capri Motel

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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Allegra Villa Alla Spiaggia - See & Hear Ocean - Luxurious

Marea Sol Hotel

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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

Casablanca On The Beach

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

Seaside Inn & Suites

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

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

Other attractions near Santa Maria's Beach

Seabright Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

Lincoln Beach

Moran Lake Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Harbor Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

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