The Best Hotels Closest to Swift Beach in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Swift Beach hotels

1. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Swift Beach

Cristina

Rp4.477.584 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Swift Beach

Stephanie

Rp5.904.906 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Swift Beach

Kristen

Rp2.806.087 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Swift Beach

Monika

Rp3.187.801 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Swift Beach

marco

Rp2.966.042 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Swift Beach

Azra

Rp3.136.110 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

7. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Swift Beach

William Thomas

Rp2.733.088 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

Lawrence

Rp2.431.769 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

9. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach

Doug

Rp3.556.661 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

10. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Swift Beach

Walter

Rp4.521.622 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

11. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Swift Beach

Charlene

Rp2.580.762 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, individually furnished

12. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

TONY

Rp2.740.405 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Aug - 11 Aug

13. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach

Lucia

Rp2.422.292 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

14. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Swift Beach

Clara

Rp2.711.206 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

Business Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Ocean View | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Swift Beach

Zouaze

Rp4.306.315 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

16. Monarch Cove Inn

9.6 km from Swift Beach

William

Rp3.890.139 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7.6 km from Swift Beach

Sofia

Rp3.473.270 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Swift Beach

Susana

Rp3.798.140 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

19. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Swift Beach

Andrew

Rp4.375.331 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Aug - 20 Aug

20. Capitola Hotel

8.9 km from Swift Beach

Trina

Rp6.376.301 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Seaway Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 257 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,008 reviews	View
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 689 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View

Top Swift Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

8/10 Good

"Overall it was a very solid place to stay. Comfy beds, clean rooms and clearly they made a real effort to make the best of their hotel. Even though the hotel is on a busy street that doesn’t appear to be in a tight knit neighborhood, it’s actually really close to a lot of cool hip restaurants and central to many destinations. The hot tub is cute but needs some love. The air conditioning unit, which I could manually turn on and off, would cool the room in cycles which didn’t really work well given the comforter was so hot. For two nights the covers were either too hot (when the air conditioner was not active), and just warm enough which I found was disruptive for sleep. Other than someone’s dog barking too early in the morning, rooms were quiet."

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"One of the nicer hotels to stay in Santa Cruz. Loved the vibe, decor, and how kid/dog friendly this property is. The rooms are a little bit worn and outdated and there were some updates that probably need to be made to the hotel itself. The pool and amenities were nice. VERY expensive parking, food, and drinks - although the room booking itself was reasonable. No outside food or drinks are allowed, so just note that you'll be spending a lot hanging out at the hotel."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"I paid $507 for what was essentially a standard room with a great view. While the room itself was clean and comfortable, I don't feel it justified the price. The shower had some issues, and aside from the view, there wasn't much that made the room feel like a premium experience. The restaurant was great when I went for dinner, but nothing particularly memorable for breakfast. The service throughout my stay was also just okay, and at times the customer service felt below what I'd expect for a hotel at this price point. The pool looked a little dirty, although the jacuzzi was nice and enjoyable. I loved that it was not chlorine! One of the biggest frustrations during my stay was that I lost my car keys. (Of course, this is my fault and no one else's) But, unfortunately the front desk wasn't very helpful, and I didn't feel like they handled the situation with much urgency or empathy. That said, I do want to give credit where it's due. After my stay, I filled out the guest survey and was contacted by the manager, Dan. He listened to my concerns, treated me with professionalism, and refunded part of my stay. His willingness to make things right significantly improved my overall impression of the hotel. While my initial experience was disappointing, I really appreciated how he handled the situation afterward. He was amazing. Overall, I would consider staying here again, but only if the price were lower than what I paid for this visit. (originally)"

Seaway Inn

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay - the location was great! -loved being right next to West Cliff Dr for amazing walks and so easy to get downtown. It's not glamorous - but was recently remodeled, was very clean, spacious bathroom, bed very comfortable, liked the convenience of having a microwave, refrigerator & a 4-cup coffee machine. Also glad to have parking included. My only small "criticism" was that housekeeping did not clean our room when requested - we stayed 5 nights and are able to tidy our own room from day to day - but we requested a cleaning/new towels/more coffee packs on day 3 and it never happened. I was able to get those supplies from the front office - desk staff were always great. Maybe thy housekeeping staff were too busy that day? Other than that - a great stay!"

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Natural Bridges State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Natural Bridges State 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Swift Beach?

Swift Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 36 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Swift Beach?

Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Swift Beach, Mission Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Swift Beach?

Expedia has 36 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Swift Beach.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Swift Beach.

What can I see and do near Swift Beach?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Lighthouse Point Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Swift Beach hotels

1. Seaway Inn

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Mission Inn

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

6. Marea Sol Hotel

7. Pacific Blue Inn

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

9. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10. Casablanca On The Beach

11. Rio Vista Suites

12. Beachview Inn

13. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

14. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

15. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

16. Monarch Cove Inn

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

19. Bella Notte

20. Capitola Hotel

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Top Swift Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Hotels near other Swift Beach attractions

Natural Bridges State Beach

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