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

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

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

1. Inn at Depot Hill

0.6 km from Capitola Wharf

Joseph

SAR 1,044

SAR 1,395 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

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

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

3. Monarch Cove Inn

1 km from Capitola Wharf

Matthew

SAR 717

SAR 815 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

1 km from Capitola Wharf

Nathan

SAR 431

SAR 498 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.

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

5. Capitola Hotel

0.2 km from Capitola Wharf

Liz

SAR 807

SAR 941 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

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.

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

1.2 km from Capitola Wharf

Steven

SAR 367

SAR 424 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

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

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.

7. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

< 0.1 km from Capitola Wharf

Elyse

SAR 659

SAR 755 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture, white pillars, and hanging lights.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

6.1 km from Capitola Wharf

Josh

SAR 983

SAR 1,313 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

9. Edgewater Beach Inn

6.3 km from Capitola Wharf

Elizabeth

SAR 322

SAR 373 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6.3 km from Capitola Wharf

Frank

SAR 536

SAR 785 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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 modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and coffee machines.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

17.7 km from Capitola Wharf

Russell

SAR 459

SAR 530 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 coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and framed artwork on the walls.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites sign with a clear view of the hotel building in the background.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

16.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Joel

SAR 447

SAR 517 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, office chair, and a large abstract painting.

13. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

18.2 km from Capitola Wharf

Syria

SAR 412

SAR 473 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

14. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

3.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Julia

SAR 352

SAR 638 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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

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.

15. Seascape Beach Resort

7.2 km from Capitola Wharf

Haleh

SAR 976

SAR 1,395 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

16. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.9 km from Capitola Wharf

Michael

SAR 397

SAR 461 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a sink and counter.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

4.4 km from Capitola Wharf

Rich

SAR 362

SAR 422 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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

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

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

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

18. Seaway Inn

6.5 km from Capitola Wharf

Roxanna

SAR 484

SAR 558 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

19. Carousel Beach Inn

5.7 km from Capitola Wharf

Nova

SAR 311

SAR 367 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

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

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.

20. Marea Sol Hotel

6 km from Capitola Wharf

Sherlyn

SAR 412

SAR 478 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Capitola Wharf

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 769 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Monarch Cove Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Capitola Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 565 reviews	View

Top Capitola Wharf Hotel Reviews

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing would stay again so close to the beach"

Pink Venetian (Upper Unit)

10/10 Excellent

"The best view of the ocean/beach of any hotel or rental in Capitola! Walking distance to restaurants and shopping!"

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 Dreaming, Beach Front Venetian #7 1/2

10/10 Excellent

"I have been wanting to stay in one of these places for years. Dream come true. The beach right outside the door literally within steps. We had the ocean in view sitting at the dining table. Short walking distance to downtown to grab coffee at Mr. Toots (Must try the Mona Lisa Coffee). Even the kids didn't gripe about the short walk across the bridge to get to the main downtown. The hosts were quick to respond regarding a question I had about parking and the pass. We didn't have to move the car for the entire four days we were there. Admittedly the bed set up in one of the rooms was slightly wonky but still a 10/10. Would do it again, and again, and again."

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

10/10 Excellent

"We really enjoyed our stay. Loved that we had a garage for the car, so we didn’t have to find parking. Our bed was very comfortable. Loved that the house allowed our dog. If thee was anything to change, it would be a more comfortable couch, but there are two very nice leather recliners. We had a lovely dinner at Shadowbrooke. We would stay here again."

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10/10 Excellent

"Well maintained !"

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

10/10 Excellent

"The location, number of rooms and bathrooms was perfect, for me and my two girlfriends. We all had our own room and bathroom. There was a view of the beach and coastline from the living area and balcony. The location was great, we were able to walk to coffee shops, restaurants, shopping and the beach. Will definitely come back."

Capitola Cliffs #3- Dog-friendly

8/10 Good

"The unit was clean but it’s dated and could use a little updating and care for what we paid nightly. Needs new beds, blinds, etc."

Capitola Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"A quaint hotel right smack dab in the middle of town…the free taxi to Shadowbrook was a plus! We walked everywhere which we appreciated as we enjoy a cocktail every now and then."

Other attractions near Capitola Wharf

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. Monarch Cove Inn

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

5. Capitola Hotel

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

7. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

9. Edgewater Beach Inn

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

13. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

14. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

15. Seascape Beach Resort

16. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

17. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

18. Seaway Inn

19. Carousel Beach Inn

20. Marea Sol Hotel

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Top Capitola Wharf Hotel Reviews

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Pink Venetian (Upper Unit)

Pink Venetian (lower unit)

Capitola Dreaming, Beach Front Venetian #7 1/2

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Cliffs #3- Dog-friendly

Capitola Hotel

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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