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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Andrea

Rp1.903.575

Rp3.296.544 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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 modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.4 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Anna Christine

Rp2.421.347

Rp2.787.156 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

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.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Frank

Rp2.703.353

Rp3.108.140 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

4. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Kyle

Rp1.611.270

Rp1.857.436 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

5. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Madeline

Rp1.996.165

Rp3.013.259 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

6. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Grant

Rp1.434.030

Rp1.658.928 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

7. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Justin

Rp1.060.752

Rp1.529.990 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

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.

8. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Michael

Rp1.192.340

Rp1.567.265 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

9. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Irinea

Rp1.342.725

Rp1.663.189 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Siddharth

Rp1.217.404

Rp1.416.307 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.

11. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 2.7 km from Sunny Cove Beach

John

Rp1.256.791

Rp1.407.534 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.

A kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the street.

A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings.

12. Aqua Breeze Inn

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Rosa

Rp1.772.397

Rp2.037.898 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach

SONIA ARACELI MATA

Rp1.078.119

Rp1.519.428 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants and flowers.

A two-story house with a balcony, a staircase, and a garden with various plants.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There is a painting of a beach scene on the wall, a potted plant, and a door leading to another room.

A wooden gazebo with a hot tub underneath, surrounded by a wooden fence and lattice panels.

14. Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Sunny Cove Beach

KAREN

Rp1.180.151

Rp1.577.747 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.

A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.

15. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach

MIRIAM

Rp1.506.537

Rp1.746.402 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and wooden cabinets.

An outdoor patio with red umbrellas, wicker chairs, and a stone wall.

A hotel room with three beds, a desk, and a chair.

16. Surf City Inn and Suites

Lower Ocean, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Lorena

Rp1.232.622

Rp1.532.713 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a large sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.7 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Priscilla

Rp1.933.345

Rp2.240.539 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and balconies with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a window with a view of the street, and a bench by the window.

A motel with a prominent 'Super 8' sign, a two-story structure with balconies, and a well-maintained garden area.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.7 km from Sunny Cove Beach

jennifer

Rp1.582.625

Rp1.825.354 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A parking lot with several cars and people walking.

A parking lot with multiple cars, palm trees, and buildings in the background.

A hotel room with a microwave, a small refrigerator, a vanity with a mirror, a bed with a patterned bedspread, and framed pictures on the wall.

A bathroom with a wooden floor, a sink with a mirror, a black cabinet, and a window with blinds.

19. Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Tiffiny

Rp1.342.725

Rp1.545.029 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A view from a balcony with a metal railing overlooking a road with a water body and distant buildings.

A sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

20. Ocean Gate Inn

Lower Ocean, 2.6 km from Sunny Cove Beach

Lori

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Compare popular hotels close to Sunny Cove Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,351 reviews	View
Salt Air Lodge	8.4 Very good 136 reviews	View
Casablanca On The Beach	8.6 Excellent 1,289 reviews	View

Top Sunny Cove Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"A fine hotel choice for one night in Santa Cruz. The room was large, bed was comfortable enough and it was surprisingly quiet. We did not use the pool or hot tub."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful spot with lots of fun things to do."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Staying at La Quinta was a great choice, the room was spacious and comfortable and for my first solo trip had everything I needed and more. The included breakfast also helped to keep my schedule together for the day and made for an easier morning. It was within 20 mins walking distance of downtown Santa Cruz, and closer to the boardwalk so for those without a car like myself can consider this hotel a great option to be close to all the sights of the area without having to drive; which was also a major reason for selecting it. All in all, I will be making it my hotel of choice when I come back to visit Santa Cruz."

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is clean, staff is very friendly and helpful, not too far of a walk to the boardwalk and downtown!"

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place good location. Excellent breakfast.definitely coming back.!"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."

East Cliff Nook

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely little apartment in a great location. Well-appointed and perfect for our weekend exploring the area. Hosts were responsive to all communication. Recommend!"

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Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Santa Maria's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Maria's Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Moran Lake Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Moran Lake Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (37 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure 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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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during your trip to Lower Seabright. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sunny Cove Beach?

Sunny Cove Beach is located in Twin Lakes. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 169 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Sunny Cove Beach?

Adjacent to Sunny Cove Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good option is Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel, located just 0.3 mi (0.5 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Sunny Cove Beach?

Expedia has 169 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Sunny Cove Beach.

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

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Sunny Cove Beach.

What can I see and do near Sunny Cove 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. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Sunny Cove Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Salt Air Lodge

5. Casablanca On The Beach

6. Hitching Post Studios Inn

7. Seaside Inn & Suites

8. Beachview Inn

9. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

11. Drift Inn

12. Aqua Breeze Inn

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

14. Continental Inn

15. Torch Lite Inn

16. Surf City Inn and Suites

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

19. Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

20. Ocean Gate Inn

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Top Sunny Cove Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Casablanca On The Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

East Cliff Nook

Other attractions near Sunny Cove Beach

Seabright Beach

Santa Maria's Beach

Lincoln Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Harbor Beach

Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

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