Best Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Great deal
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Beach access
Santa Cruz Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Swimming Dolphins is located in the vicinity of this Santa Cruz hostel, while natural sites, such as the Wide Main Sandy Beach are a mere 0.6 km away. The hostel is also located approximately 5 minutes by car from the sporty Harvey West Park.
Families can have quality time by visiting the steel spinning Undertow Roller Coaster, which is 650 metres away.
The property offers recreational opportunities like a sundeck and barbecue.
Santa Cruz Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Santa Cruz Hostel
Swimming Dolphins is located in the vicinity of this Santa Cruz hostel, while natural sites, such as the Wide Main Sandy Beach are a mere 0.6 km away. The hostel is also located approximately 5 minutes by car from the sporty Harvey West Park.
Families can have quality time by visiting the steel spinning Undertow Roller Coaster, which is 650 metres away.
The property offers recreational opportunities like a sundeck and barbecue.
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Beach access
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
Located 500 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the inn is also in the vicinity of entertainment venues like Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Places of worship to visit within 20 minutes' walk of this 4-star hotel include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church.
A short way from the Rio Vista Inn & Suites, guests will find attractions, such as the historic Looff Carousel.
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Garden area
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Located 500 metres from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the inn is also in the vicinity of entertainment venues like Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Places of worship to visit within 20 minutes' walk of this 4-star hotel include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church.
A short way from the Rio Vista Inn & Suites, guests will find attractions, such as the historic Looff Carousel.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
This smoke-free hotel is merely a 6-minute walk from Sky Glider, while Seabright State Sandy Beach is about 25 minutes' walk away. A short stroll of 18 minutes will take you to Neary Lagoon Park.
The Casablanca is situated a short way from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park.
A sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course are provided for a more enjoyable stay.
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
This smoke-free hotel is merely a 6-minute walk from Sky Glider, while Seabright State Sandy Beach is about 25 minutes' walk away. A short stroll of 18 minutes will take you to Neary Lagoon Park.
The Casablanca is situated a short way from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park.
A sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course are provided for a more enjoyable stay.
Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony
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Beach access
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The hotel boasts a convenient location within 200 metres of Sanctuary Exploration Center. The La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz stands 20 minutes' stroll from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
The comfortable hotel is 2.1 km from Ocean View Park.
To help guests stay in shape, this property features a fitness centre offering fitness classes.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
The hotel boasts a convenient location within 200 metres of Sanctuary Exploration Center. The La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz stands 20 minutes' stroll from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
The comfortable hotel is 2.1 km from Ocean View Park.
To help guests stay in shape, this property features a fitness centre offering fitness classes.
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Beach Street Inn And Suites
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
The hotel is only 250 metres from Sanctuary Exploration Center and only 1.5 km from Steamer Lane. The Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz is stationed within reach of the steel spinning Undertow Roller Coaster.
Guests may also get to Natural Bridges State Sandy Beach, which is nearly a 10-minute drive away.
Guests can relax by a swimming pool with a hot tub.
Beach Street Inn And Suites
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Beach Street Inn And Suites
The hotel is only 250 metres from Sanctuary Exploration Center and only 1.5 km from Steamer Lane. The Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz is stationed within reach of the steel spinning Undertow Roller Coaster.
Guests may also get to Natural Bridges State Sandy Beach, which is nearly a 10-minute drive away.
Guests can relax by a swimming pool with a hot tub.
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Beach access
Marea Sol Hotel
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Vending machines
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hotel boasts a prime location just around the corner from Swimming Dolphins. Sky Glider, which is only 12 minutes' walk from the Marea Santa Cruz, is one of nearby attractions.
There is Santa Cruz Surfing Museum merely 1.9 km away.
Marea Sol Hotel
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Vending machines
- Outdoor swimming pool
Marea Sol Hotel
The hotel boasts a prime location just around the corner from Swimming Dolphins. Sky Glider, which is only 12 minutes' walk from the Marea Santa Cruz, is one of nearby attractions.
There is Santa Cruz Surfing Museum merely 1.9 km away.
Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach
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Beach access
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
Sky Glider can be reached merely an 8-minute walk away.
The location will allow you to be merely 1.9 km from Seabright State Sandy Beach.
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
Seaway Inn
Sky Glider can be reached merely an 8-minute walk away.
The location will allow you to be merely 1.9 km from Seabright State Sandy Beach.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
The beachfront hotel is located merely an 11-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, in a shopping area.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The beachfront hotel is located merely an 11-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, in a shopping area.
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Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Also, Neary Lagoon Park is within a few blocks of this Santa Cruz hotel.
Located around a 10-minute ride from the hotel, Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Sun terrace
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
Also, Neary Lagoon Park is within a few blocks of this Santa Cruz hotel.
Located around a 10-minute ride from the hotel, Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church is open for visiting by worshippers and tourists.
Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach
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Beach access
Aqua Breeze Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
This Santa Cruz hotel is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Public Beach, where you can rejuvenate yourself. Guests can also visit the Wide Main Sandy Beach, which is a mere 18 minutes' walk away.
Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Neary Lagoon Park, within a few blocks of the Aqua Breeze.
Aqua Breeze Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Aqua Breeze Inn
This Santa Cruz hotel is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Public Beach, where you can rejuvenate yourself. Guests can also visit the Wide Main Sandy Beach, which is a mere 18 minutes' walk away.
Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Neary Lagoon Park, within a few blocks of the Aqua Breeze.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Heated swimming pool
Santa Cruz centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The Surf City Inn & Suites also lies just 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.
The motel is a stone's throw from Beach Flats Community Garden.
This Santa Cruz hotel has a heated pool.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf course
- Heated swimming pool
Surf City Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz centre can be reached within 10 minutes' walk. The Surf City Inn & Suites also lies just 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.
The motel is a stone's throw from Beach Flats Community Garden.
This Santa Cruz hotel has a heated pool.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
This 3-star hotel offers a scenic location in a shopping district. The Fairfield Inn & Suites gives access to a surfing beach, which is about 15 minutes' walk away.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center University is in proximity to the property.
The Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz also includes a heated pool and a fitness room. For lovers of active pastime there is surfing and hiking.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
This 3-star hotel offers a scenic location in a shopping district. The Fairfield Inn & Suites gives access to a surfing beach, which is about 15 minutes' walk away.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center University is in proximity to the property.
The Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz also includes a heated pool and a fitness room. For lovers of active pastime there is surfing and hiking.
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Beach access
Edgewater Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Heated swimming pool
The comfortable hotel lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district right near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The Edgewater also gives access to the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, which is a 20-minute walk away.
This property stands just steps from Swimming Dolphins.
Edgewater Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Heated swimming pool
Edgewater Beach Inn
The comfortable hotel lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district right near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The Edgewater also gives access to the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, which is a 20-minute walk away.
This property stands just steps from Swimming Dolphins.
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Top location
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Beach access
Hotel Solares
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Just 1 km from the hotel, guests will find Pacific Garden Mall.
Recreation facilities at the Solares Santa Cruz include a hot tub and a picnic area.
Hotel Solares
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Hotel Solares
Just 1 km from the hotel, guests will find Pacific Garden Mall.
Recreation facilities at the Solares Santa Cruz include a hot tub and a picnic area.
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Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Indoor swimming pool
Museum of Art and History is only 1 km away, and culture-oriented attractions such as Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center lie not far from this Santa Cruz hotel. The hotel is stationed about 25 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.
The nearby entertainment options include the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre", which is only 1.1 km away.
Onsite leisure options include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Indoor swimming pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Museum of Art and History is only 1 km away, and culture-oriented attractions such as Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center lie not far from this Santa Cruz hotel. The hotel is stationed about 25 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.
The nearby entertainment options include the movie theater "Nickelodeon Theatre", which is only 1.1 km away.
Onsite leisure options include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub.
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
This Santa Cruz hotel is conveniently nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, only 1.7 km from the 65 - acre California Natural Bridges State Beach. You can visit Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park that is around a 10-minute ride from the hotel.
The nearby entertainment attractions of Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, which is 2.6 km away.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Fitness centre
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca
This Santa Cruz hotel is conveniently nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, only 1.7 km from the 65 - acre California Natural Bridges State Beach. You can visit Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park that is around a 10-minute ride from the hotel.
The nearby entertainment attractions of Santa Cruz include Santa Cruz Wharf Pier, which is 2.6 km away.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Jose Avenue County Park can be reached within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Cruz hotel.
A 25-minute stroll will take you to DeLaveaga Park.
At the property, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness centre.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Jose Avenue County Park can be reached within a 10-minute drive of this Santa Cruz hotel.
A 25-minute stroll will take you to DeLaveaga Park.
At the property, guests can also benefit from fitness classes provided at a fitness centre.
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Beach access
Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
This Santa Cruz hotel is centrally located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, within reach of Whole Foods Market. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which is 2.8 km from the Surestay, is one of nearby attractions.
You'll also find Visit Santa Cruz County merely 5 minutes' walk away.
Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Vending machines
- Outdoor heated swimming pool
Surestay Hotel By Best Western Santa Cruz
This Santa Cruz hotel is centrally located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, within reach of Whole Foods Market. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which is 2.8 km from the Surestay, is one of nearby attractions.
You'll also find Visit Santa Cruz County merely 5 minutes' walk away.
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Just opened
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Guests will appreciate an ideal location a few moments from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Attractions, just 1.6 km from the Courtyard Santa Cruz, include the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach".
The hotel is an ideal place for exploring Sky Glider, located approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz
Guests will appreciate an ideal location a few moments from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Attractions, just 1.6 km from the Courtyard Santa Cruz, include the friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach".
The hotel is an ideal place for exploring Sky Glider, located approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Santa Cruz Hostel |
8.8 / 10 (155 Reviews) |
From 40$ | |
| Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz |
8.3 / 10 (737 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
| Casablanca Inn On The Beach |
8.1 / 10 (1934 Reviews) |
From 125$ | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz |
8.7 / 10 (1193 Reviews) |
From 151$ | |
| Beach Street Inn And Suites |
8.9 / 10 (1258 Reviews) |
From 279$ |