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

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

12.3 km from Strawberry Beach

Nancy

SAR 440 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

12.2 km from Strawberry Beach

Ramiro

SAR 477 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

13.4 km from Strawberry Beach

Gail

SAR 386 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

4. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

17.2 km from Strawberry Beach

Landon

SAR 444 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 9.8 km from Strawberry Beach

Julia

SAR 644 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 7.6 km from Strawberry Beach

Deina

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

13.5 km from Strawberry Beach

Sofia

SAR 445 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

8. Monarch Cove Inn

14.2 km from Strawberry Beach

Anh Vu

SAR 815 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

9. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

11.2 km from Strawberry Beach

Brandall

SAR 419 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

10. Capitola Hotel

13.4 km from Strawberry Beach

Jeff

SAR 798 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

11. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.7 km from Strawberry Beach

Joshua

SAR 413 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Dec - 3 Dec

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 7 km from Strawberry Beach

Rosio

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.

13. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

13.3 km from Strawberry Beach

Bridgett

SAR 715 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

14. Inn at Depot Hill

13.7 km from Strawberry Beach

Joseph

SAR 1,167 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 7.7 km from Strawberry Beach

Bobbi

SAR 379 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

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

16. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 7.2 km from Strawberry Beach

Jacqueline

SAR 467 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

17. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 7 km from Strawberry Beach

Marlene

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

18. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Strawberry Beach

Judy

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Strawberry Beach

Michelle

SAR 460 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 6.8 km from Strawberry Beach

Tasia

SAR 366 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Strawberry Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,005 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,003 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea	2.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,200 reviews	View
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View

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Top Strawberry Beach Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Mindy

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

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Stella

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Whitney

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Perfect place to stay! Room #1 on ground floor with perfect view of front porch and ocean! Cookies, coffee cake, wine and cheese in the afternoon and a beautiful breakfast spread each morning!! This bed and breakfast is wonderful!! Flew in from San Jose airport and 30 minute drive around beautiful mountains and pines. Take the Beach train to Roaring Camp. Drive to Walton light house on a few minutes away. Wonderful boardwalk and wharf!!

Karla

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

Pacific Blue Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

We had a great stay with no problems. The room was fresh and clean upon arrival and the bed was really comfortable. Free wi-fi was available. A simple breakfast of bagels and coffee/tea was provided in the morning and Calvin (?) was extremely helpful and friendly. It was easy to find the hotel and parking was in an adjacent lot. Bathroom was clean with good amenities. Check in/out was easy and we would stay there again in the future.

Anonymous traveler

Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

This is a nice hotel, great location for families; you're very close to the boardwalk and the wharf. I will def be back. The sunrise from the balcony was a nice touch, and at night, when it's quiet, you can hear the ocean. Everything was clean, and the staff was very kind and helpful. Popcorn was available in the afternoons, and coffee and tea were available all the time. Oh yeah, the breakfast is a nice addition as well. We ended up walking to downtown for dinner, which wasn't too far.

Dana

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

Fern River Resort

Felton

10/10 Excellent

Gail

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Raymundo

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

William

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

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Duane

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Strawberry Beach?

Strawberry Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 195 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

Where is the best place to stay close to Strawberry 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 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Strawberry Beach. Other good options within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Mission Inn.

How many hotels are there close to Strawberry Beach?

Expedia has 195 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Strawberry Beach.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best options available near Strawberry Beach.

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

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What can I see and do near Strawberry Beach?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Lighthouse Point Park, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are some of the local landmarks to explore. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, and University Terrace Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Strawberry Beach hotels

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

4. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Carousel Beach Inn

7. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

8. Monarch Cove Inn

9. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10. Capitola Hotel

11. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

13. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

14. Inn at Depot Hill

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. Marea Sol Hotel

17. Edgewater Beach Inn

18. Mission Inn

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

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

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Top Strawberry Beach Hotel Reviews

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10/10 Excellent

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