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Our top choices for Twin Lakes State Beach hotels

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is SARĀ 310
SARĀ 591 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (609 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is SARĀ 1,002
SARĀ 1,334 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.9 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is SARĀ 385
SARĀ 447 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.8 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is SARĀ 412
SARĀ 477 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

5. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guestā€™s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is SARĀ 614
SARĀ 704 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is SARĀ 427
SARĀ 495 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,661 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is SARĀ 447
SARĀ 517 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

8. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is SARĀ 334
SARĀ 400 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 2.6 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,554 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is SARĀ 278
SARĀ 407 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,363 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is SARĀ 443
SARĀ 513 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,360 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is SARĀ 297
SARĀ 346 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,299 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is SARĀ 473
SARĀ 546 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

13. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Good place for traveler"
United States
Aldo
The price is SARĀ 248
SARĀ 288 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

14. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (501 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is SARĀ 287
SARĀ 333 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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.

15. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.1 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Free parking, free refreshments in lobby, clean room, great smelling toiletries. Walking distance to beach and boardwalk, would definitely stay again."
United States
Reilly
The price is SARĀ 331
SARĀ 442 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Rio Vista Suites
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

16. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,286 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is SARĀ 402
SARĀ 613 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.

17. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"This is one of my favorite places to stay at Santa Cruz very clean and quiet in the front desk gal is very kind and friendly"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is SARĀ 253
SARĀ 332 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beachview Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,184 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is SARĀ 412
SARĀ 477 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,024 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is SARĀ 226
SARĀ 286 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Twin Lakes State Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,162 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
United States
Troy
The price is SARĀ 215
SARĀ 312 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Seaside Inn & Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Twin Lakes State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
22 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
609 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View

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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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Top Twin Lakes State Beach Hotel Reviews

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

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Communication is great, Everything went smoothly.
United States
Brenda
Reviewed October 16, 2026
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Twin Lakes State Beach?

Twin Lakes State 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 172 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Twin Lakes State Beach?

Adjacent to Twin Lakes State Beach, Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Another good option is Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, located just 0.5 mi (0.7 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Twin Lakes State Beach?

Expedia has 172 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Twin Lakes State Beach.

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

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Twin Lakes State Beach.

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

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What can I see and do near Twin Lakes State Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Mimi De Marta Dog Park.