The Best Hotels Closest to Capitola Wharf in Capitola for 2026

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

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

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

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

1. Inn at Depot Hill

0.6 km from Capitola Wharf

Joseph

SAR 962

SAR 1,304 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

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

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

1 km from Capitola Wharf

William

SAR 507

SAR 584 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

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

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

3. Capitola Hotel

0.2 km from Capitola Wharf

Jeff

SAR 727

SAR 851 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

1.3 km from Capitola Wharf

Gail

SAR 360

SAR 415 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 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.

5. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

< 0.1 km from Capitola Wharf

Elyse

SAR 699

SAR 800 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."

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

17.7 km from Capitola Wharf

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 resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

7. Seascape Beach Resort

7.2 km from Capitola Wharf

Carrie

SAR 659

SAR 1,039 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

8. National 9 Santa Cruz

6.3 km from Capitola Wharf

John

SAR 263

SAR 303 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 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.

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

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

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

16.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Julie

SAR 379

SAR 441 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.

An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.

A spacious bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a long counter, and hanging pendant lights.

10. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.9 km from Capitola Wharf

John

SAR 397

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel reception area with a digital display board, a reception desk, and a door to the room.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a balcony with a view of the countryside.

A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A room with a black-framed door, a small cabinet with a coffee machine, a chair, and a window with a view of the street.

11. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

16.1 km from Capitola Wharf

Ramesh

SAR 225

SAR 301 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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.

12. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

3.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Julia

SAR 338

SAR 622 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a clear sign, a covered parking area, and a well-maintained exterior.

A Comfort Inn sign with a clear view of the building's entrance and a parking area.

A reception area with two counters, a sign reading "Comfort Inn", and a welcome mat.

13. Comfort Inn Watsonville

16 km from Capitola Wharf

Filemon

SAR 348

SAR 406 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Four Points by Sheraton' in front.

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

10.6 km from Capitola Wharf

Fabian

SAR 412

SAR 470 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

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

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

15. Seaway Inn

6.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Myla

SAR 436

SAR 505 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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.

A Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

16. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

11.2 km from Capitola Wharf

SAR 393

SAR 449 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

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

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

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

17. Marea Sol Hotel

6 km from Capitola Wharf

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

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

18. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.3 km from Capitola Wharf

Brenda Lynn

SAR 619

SAR 709 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

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

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

19. Ocean Pacific Lodge

6.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Tasia

SAR 278

SAR 370 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

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.

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

4.4 km from Capitola Wharf

vincent

SAR 301

SAR 348 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Capitola Wharf

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 770 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Capitola Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 568 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals	8.6 Excellent 900 reviews	View

Top Capitola Wharf Hotel Reviews

Capitola Hotel

8/10 Good

"Ask about the size of the mini fridges since some of them are all not the same. The complimentary breakfast in underwhelming and not filling. Kpod makers at the hotel are convenient."

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

10/10 Excellent

"We had a good stay overall. Check in was easy, and communication with the host via email was clear and timely. Having a garage was a great feature for this location and a definite plus. The only downsides were the foot traffic (and noise) outside the home and the bedroom, which took away from the privacy of the stay. Overall, the home had some great conveniences, was charming and we appreciated the hosts communication and detailed instructions. We would 100% stay here again!"

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

10/10 Excellent

"The view is spectacular. The location is amazing. And, the property is beautiful. It lives up to the pictures. It is very will appointed, clean, comfortable and having two parking spots in the village is such a treat! We will be back. Thank you to the hosts for a wonderful stay."

Capitola Ocean Views- Dog Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The location was fantastic, with many of our favorite spots in Capitola just a short walk or drive away. The views were beautiful, and the property was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained. It was a wonderful place to relax and enjoy everything Capitola has to offer. We would happily stay here again!"

Bridgeport Bungalow on the River

10/10 Excellent

"Bridgeport Bungalow is charming. This is my 5th property stay in Capitola and first time in the river area. The property had plenty of rooms & bathrooms for my multigenerational family, ages 6 to 71. For this reason, and for the response time of the host, along with the private deck/patio area seating for all of us, I give 5 stars. Sharing a photo of the kids washing dishes in the kitchen."

Capitola Beach Haven -Dog-friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Loved that the place is pet friendly! Perfect location for us."

Pink Venetian (lower unit)

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay in Capitola. Communication with staff was great and you just can't beat the view!"

Capitola Oceanside

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful house in an amazing setting! The beautiful ocean view and fun activities allowed the whole group to unplug and enjoy time together."

150 steps to the sand! Beautiful 2Bd/2Ba Condo with ocean views. Sleeps 6

10/10 Excellent

"Great beach access and easy parking. Nicely laid out. We had a great trip!"

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A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.

Capitola Beach

9.2/10 (853 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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Hooper Beach

8.2/10 (49 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Capitola Mercantile

8.8/10 (140 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Capitola Mercantile during your visit to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Esplanade Park Beach

8.8/10 (84 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Capitola Historical Museum

8.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Capitola Historical Museum during your trip to Capitola. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

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Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sante Adairius Rustic Ales during your travels to Capitola. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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The Hook

10.0/10 (1 review)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, The Hook might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Cruz.

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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 Capitola Wharf?

Capitola Wharf is located in a walkable area of Capitola known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 116 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Capitola Wharf?

Adjacent to Capitola Wharf, Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea and Capitola Hotel.

How many hotels will I find near Capitola Wharf?

Expedia has 116 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Capitola Wharf.

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

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available near Capitola Wharf.

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

For more information about changing or cancelling your stay near Capitola Wharf, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Capitola Wharf?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Capitola Wharf. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of Pleasure Point Park, Branciforte Dog Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Capitola Wharf hotels

1. Inn at Depot Hill

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Capitola Hotel

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

5. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

6. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

7. Seascape Beach Resort

8. National 9 Santa Cruz

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

10. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

12. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

13. Comfort Inn Watsonville

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

15. Seaway Inn

16. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

17. Marea Sol Hotel

18. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

19. Ocean Pacific Lodge

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

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Top Capitola Wharf Hotel Reviews

Capitola Hotel

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Ocean Views- Dog Friendly

Bridgeport Bungalow on the River

Capitola Beach Haven -Dog-friendly

Pink Venetian (lower unit)

Capitola Oceanside

150 steps to the sand! Beautiful 2Bd/2Ba Condo with ocean views. Sleeps 6

Other attractions near Capitola Wharf

Capitola Beach

Hooper Beach

Capitola Mercantile

Esplanade Park Beach

Capitola Historical Museum

Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

The Hook

38th Avenue Beach Access

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