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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A building with a covered entrance, numbered 550, and outdoor planters with various plants.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Unwind just steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where Mediterranean charm meets seaside bliss at this sun-drenched coastal retreat.
Rp2.548.926
Rp2.934.293 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

2. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax in paradise steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach, where sandy shores meet spa-quality pampering and the boardwalk beckons.
Rp2.477.020
Rp2.853.404 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".
A rectangular swimming pool with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and umbrellas.

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.576.446
Rp2.041.511 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
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.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A modern bathroom with a white sink, a large mirror, and a picture of palm trees on the wall.

4. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Breathtaking white sand beach access with sun-soaked shoreline and rooftop terrace just steps from Santa Cruz Boardwalk.
Rp2.054.157
Rp2.379.001 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.
A hotel room with a bed, a red chair, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a toilet.
A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.
A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

5. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.257.972
Rp1.638.052 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Beachview Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

6. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.655.180
Rp2.055.219 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Mission Inn
A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.
A balcony with a view of a beach, palm trees, and the ocean.
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A beach view from a balcony with a round table and chairs, palm trees, and a pier in the distance.

7. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Bask in the golden sunshine just steps from the sand at this beachfront retreat, where ocean views and boardwalk adventures await.
Rp2.022.977
Rp2.936.457 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
Casablanca On The Beach
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.
A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.
A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.
A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

8. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.098.735
Rp1.568.520 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.406.248
Rp2.774.001 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.
A bedroom with a bed, a small table, a wicker chair, and a view of the ocean through large windows.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a sink with a dark countertop, and a mirror with a decorative frame.
A spacious living area with a large window overlooking a scenic view, a built-in seating area, and a kitchenette with a refrigerator.

10. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
  • Relax on pristine sands nearby, with beach towels provided and heated pool awaiting after surf.
Rp2.972.424
Rp3.409.264 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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Pool
Breakfast included
Adult-only
4 stars
Family-friendly

Beach hotels with pools in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
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.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.548.926
Rp2.934.293 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.576.446
Rp2.041.511 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
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.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.054.157
Rp2.379.001 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Marea Sol Hotel
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.477.020
Rp2.853.404 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.896.690
Rp2.186.378 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.406.248
Rp2.774.001 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.
A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.
A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.
A golf course with artificial green turf, a flagstick, and a stone wall.

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.275.488
Rp1.578.937 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Surf City Inn and Suites
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.014.957
Rp1.445.604 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.
A modern hotel with a Mediterranean architectural style, featuring arched windows and a covered entrance area.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
Rp2.340.784
Rp3.506.399 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.
A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.
A garden with various flowers and a pergola.
A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.121.761
Rp1.529.630 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
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Beach hotels with free breakfast in Santa Cruz

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.
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.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.548.926
Rp2.934.293 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.896.690
Rp2.186.378 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.477.020
Rp2.853.404 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.406.248
Rp2.774.001 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp1.655.180
Rp2.055.219 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Mission Inn
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.300.090
Rp2.654.897 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.
A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.
A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
Rp1.940.037
Rp2.231.229 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.821.296
Rp3.239.877 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
Rp2.466.404
Rp2.836.683 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a landscaped entrance with plants and a wheelchair-accessible sign.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A modern office space with a large skylight, a Brother printer, two ergonomic chairs, a desk, and a blue upholstered armchair.
A spacious living area with a beige sectional sofa, a white armchair, and a patterned rug. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a fireplace is visible in the background.

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
Rp2.165.623
Rp2.488.109 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"It was very nice and I would stay there again. Good location, a short walk from the beach and Natural Bridges, and walkable to downtown. It’s on a main street but our room was quiet. Breakfast was basic."
Dena 3-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Mission Inn
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location"
richard 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good
"This is a motel offering close access to highway and to central SC/east side/west side. My room in the back rather quiet. The staff were helpful. Maid service good. Breakfast is basic. The pool...heated! The reception office was closed one night, reopening at 7am, with an emergency number posted on entrance door. For the price, reasonable, value. Better than other non-brand motels in area. There's a cute 50's-look diner 2 blocks away."
Timothy 4-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"My husband only stayed for one night. The room was clean, grounds looked kept and it was within a 5 minute walk to the wharf and boardwalk. Close to many shops and restaurants. I would stay again. They have a pool and jacuzzi as well that looked clean, although we didn't use it."
Melissa 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay for work would not recommend for families with children lots of unsavory traffic"
Kelsey 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"The hotel had a very quirky feel about it. From the outside of the building, it looks akin to a nightclub. The rooms were a decent size and tastefully decorated. Starbucks coffee pods were a nice treat. The pool & jacuzzi were first rate. The pool did get overtaken by children screeching and screaming from quite early in the day through til late afternoon, but that’s not a criticism of the hotel. But it would have been nice to have had a swim without the children dive bombing into the pool constantly. Perhaps an adult only swim time before 10am and after 5pm would be welcomed. The staff were very friendly and helpful. They were first rate. I enjoyed my stay very much. Recommended."
Jason 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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?
Marea Sol Hotel is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and a rooftop terrace, located within a short 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include Casablanca On The Beach 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 Santa Cruz Main Beach or Cowell's Beach. Experience the area's surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Mission Santa Cruz.
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.

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