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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Andrea
Rp1.786.253
Rp3.147.333 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Bella Notte

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Elizabeth
Rp4.750.108
Rp6.317.335 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Julie
Rp2.381.670
Rp2.746.154 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Henry
Rp5.382.574
Rp6.113.075 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

5. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
daphanie
Rp1.462.830
Rp1.724.709 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Antionette
Rp2.384.316
Rp2.749.179 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Katharine
Rp1.934.445
Rp2.244.415 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel

8. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Mina
Rp2.762.737
Rp3.173.749 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Seaway Inn

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Joe
Rp2.346.386
Rp2.706.624 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Terry
Rp1.950.500
Rp2.386.081 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Mission Inn

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Nicole
Rp1.746.558
Rp2.080.697 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Pacific Blue Inn

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.5 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Joyce
Rp1.571.902
Rp2.035.626 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ocean Pacific Lodge

13. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Monika
Rp2.155.500
Rp2.492.459 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
April
Rp1.511.566
Rp1.754.771 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Edgewater Beach Inn

15. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Molly
Rp3.334.469
Rp3.808.702 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Donald
Rp2.842.126
Rp3.257.277 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
jessika
Rp2.540.448
Rp2.924.351 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
David
Rp2.257.647
Rp3.195.495 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Casablanca On The Beach

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Grant
Rp1.508.391
Rp1.741.442 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn

20. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Sara
Rp1.777.170
Rp2.572.264 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Sept - 10 Sept
Rio Vista Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Bella Notte
9.8
Exceptional
10 reviews
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Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
472 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,048 reviews
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Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room
Carousel Beach Inn
9.2
Wonderful
74 reviews
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Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Our stay was short yet sweet! The stuff were helpful and willing to help in any way.Amenities was enjoyable! We did run out of the pool towels however, we didn’t mind , since it is a heated pool. Thanks for the experience."
Semisi 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly and helpful! The room was spotless. We loved breakfast in the morning, it was the best."
Barbra 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
Javier 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Beachview Inn
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Definitely our go to for a staycation! Even though we live 10 miles away, it felt like we had jumped a plane and stepped into another world ❤️"
Desiree 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay"
Ernesto 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Property is in walking distance of the boardwalk and the pier. Our bedroom was clean and spacious. Only thing that we didn’t like was the sitting area in our room. The bedrooms were spacious but the sitting area was tight."
Jonalec 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seaway Inn
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay for business or pleasure"
Neil 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seaside Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Cowell's Beach

A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cowell's Beach?
Cowell's Beach is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 164 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Cowell's Beach?
Adjacent to Cowell's Beach, La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices within a short distance include Marea Sol Hotel and Ocean Pacific Lodge.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?
Expedia has 164 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowell's Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation'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. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.
What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?
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. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park if you want a dose of fresh air.