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Courtyard

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (907 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is Rp1.507.393
Rp1.802.266 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Pacific Blue Inn
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (166 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is Rp2.728.551
Rp3.226.499 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Seaway Inn
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Restaurant and hotel staff were very friendly. "
United States
Michael
The price is Rp2.843.661
Rp3.949.607 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (966 reviews)
"The staff (Katrina) was very professional and responsive to our requests , love the nature walk around the property "
United States
Malina
The price is Rp3.464.463
Rp3.935.312 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Monarch Cove Inn
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,426 reviews)
"Great location and amazing hotel"
United States
Julie
The price is Rp2.271.252
Rp2.618.460 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Marea Sol Hotel
Exterior

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains

The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
3.0 star property
Boulder Creek
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, staff, and amenities."
United States
David
The price is Rp1.458.445
Rp1.685.419 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (589 reviews)
"Beautiful stay, great location, clean cottages and accommodating staff!"
United States
George
The price is Rp3.224.805
Rp3.682.104 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is Rp1.872.555
Rp2.289.882 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Mission Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (878 reviews)
"A nice place at a great price "
United States
David
The price is Rp1.097.518
Rp1.278.405 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Library

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (726 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Clean and comfortable room (Library suite), delicious breakfast and great location. The owners were very welcoming. "
United States
Suzanne
Inn at Depot Hill
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Santa Cruz

Pool
Breakfast included

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1426)
The price is Rp2.271.252
Rp2.618.460 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Marea Sol Hotel
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
The price is Rp1.872.555
Rp2.289.882 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Mission Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very conveniently located near the Boardwalk, beach, and pier. They have a walk up window that provides snowcones, hot chocolate, popcorn, coffee, mochas. Huge + for the kids and me too!! "
scott 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveller dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and flat-screen TVs, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include Marea Sol Hotel and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many beach hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area's surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions such as Monterey Bay and Ocean Street. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Pacific Avenue or Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.