The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Main Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main 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

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Julia

SAR 628 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Devin

SAR 1,238 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Janet

SAR 1,022 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Rosio

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

5. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Myla

SAR 522 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Molly

SAR 710 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

7. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Judy

SAR 416 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Jacqueline

SAR 467 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Nicole

SAR 458 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Alissa

SAR 580 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Deina

SAR 428 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A living room with a fireplace, a chair, a small table with flowers, and a vase.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Sharon

SAR 400 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Tasia

SAR 370 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Oleg

SAR 513 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

15. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Tonya

SAR 526 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Josette

SAR 546 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

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

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Kathy

SAR 346 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Anita

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

19. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

ben

SAR 286 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Christian

SAR 333 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Dec - 8 Dec

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 605 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,040 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,366 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 328 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent Staff, Clean Room, Affordable Rate on Rooms"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8/10 Good

"Stayed at La Bahia for two nights to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Here are some pros and cons: Pros: - nice amenities! The gym was clean with a pretty good selection, the pool was super pretty with a nice sized hot tub, and we loved our spa experience (we got an outdoor couples massage) - the hotel’s decor was well designed and continued in the guest rooms - our room was spacious and liked how big the bathroom was - we had a room with a pool view and it was fun to just hop over the short barrier and grab a drink from the pool bar hehehe - super close to the boardwalk and warf Cons: - some parts of our room didn’t seem the cleanest (our room’s tea kettle had a hair in it and there were some glass rings stuck on the coffee counter) - the bed was really soft (not in a good way) and made it hard for my husband to get a good sleep - the low tide restaurant associated with the hotel was a bit disappointing and it took a long time to receive our breakfast after we ordered - I don’t know how well their text the front desk communication works… tried texting for an item to be sent to our room and after waiting for a reply for 20min, I ended up calling the front desk While I give this place a 4/5, I still don’t think it’s worth the bang for your buck. If you’re paying that much for a nights stay, the place has gotta be pretty close to perfection and I don’t think it’s there yet."

Edgewater Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"From phone calls prior to check-in, to the check out process, everything went out smoothly. Staff were really nice, warm, and accommodating. The room we stayed in had a balcony, simple yet good enough to wake up to ocean view. This place is walking distance to the Boardwalk which I believe is convenient especially on heavy traffic days."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Main Beach

A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.

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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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 205 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 205 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 Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, 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.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Seaway Inn

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

7. Mission Inn

8. Marea Sol Hotel

9. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Carousel Beach Inn

12. Pacific Blue Inn

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

15. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

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

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

19. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Main Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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