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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

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

Julia

SAR 338

SAR 622 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 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.

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 507

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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.

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

3. Marea Sol Hotel

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

Sofia

SAR 484

SAR 559 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a 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.

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

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

4. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

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

Brenda Lynn

SAR 618

SAR 708 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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

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

5. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Elyse

SAR 699

SAR 800 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

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

6. Hitching Post Studios Inn

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

vincent

SAR 301

SAR 348 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A kitchen with a marble countertop, a wooden cabinet with a decorative handle, a chair, and a globe on the counter.

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.

7. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Christine

SAR 221

SAR 259 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

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

8. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Armando

SAR 263

SAR 295 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

A kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the street.

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.

9. Aqua Breeze Inn

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

John

SAR 334

SAR 385 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 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 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.

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

10. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Holly

SAR 294

SAR 341 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

11. Salt Air Lodge

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

Julio

SAR 314

SAR 363 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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

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

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

12. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

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

Gabriela

SAR 330

SAR 386 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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.

A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Herman

SAR 215

SAR 306 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

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

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a trash bin, and a large window with a view.

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

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

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

jennifer

SAR 287

SAR 333 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

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

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

15. Ocean Gate Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Jaedin

SAR 354

SAR 408 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 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 sign reading "Capri Motel" and a parking lot with light trails from moving vehicles.

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

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

16. Capri Motel

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

Karim

SAR 225

SAR 280 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

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

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

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

17. Inn at Depot Hill

3.6 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Joseph

SAR 962

SAR 1,304 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

A snack and treat display area with shelves of various snacks and a chalkboard sign.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

19.7 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Jig

SAR 388

SAR 451 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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.

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

19. Seascape Beach Resort

9.7 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Carrie

SAR 659

SAR 1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

A mini-fridge stocked with beverages and a freezer with frozen desserts.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a blue staircase, and green lounge chairs.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

18.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Julie

SAR 394

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 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 1,002 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,637 reviews	View
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages	8.8 Excellent 639 reviews	View
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals	8.6 Excellent 900 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."

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!"

Sunny Cove Cottage- Dog Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute place and so quick to the beach, literally down the road. The host was exceptional."

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great trip! The house is as advertised. Perfect location and you can’t beat the view. There was plenty of towels (beach and bath), kitchen is very well stocked, and comfortable for a family of 5 with some visitors in and out. Would definitely book again."

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 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. Marea Sol Hotel

4. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

5. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

6. Hitching Post Studios Inn

7. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8. Drift Inn

9. Aqua Breeze Inn

10. Torch Lite Inn

11. Salt Air Lodge

12. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

15. Ocean Gate Inn

16. Capri Motel

17. Inn at Depot Hill

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

19. Seascape Beach Resort

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Allegra Villa Alla Spiaggia - See & Hear Ocean - Luxurious

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

Sunny Cove Cottage- Dog Friendly

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!

Family gathering home just steps from the beach

The Swell House Santa Cruz - Suite 3

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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