Capitola Wharf Tours

Take in stunning views over the water as you wander along Capitola Wharf. The one thing that could make it better? An ice-cream cone in your hand!

You're spoiled for sightseeing choice when spending time in Capitola. Capitola Wharf is a great place to start here, but there are plenty of other worthy places to experience. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Natural Bridges State Park, and Main Beach are close to the waterside attraction and will top off your day nicely.

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Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

Bay Landing San Francisco Airport Hotel

3 out of 5
Price was $857, price is now $395 per person
$395
per person
Oct 6 - Oct 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Francisco (SFO)
9/10 Wonderful! (4,487 reviews)
Right on San Francisco bay. Just the right distance from the airport.

Reviewed on Aug 22, 2025

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
Price was $1,466, price is now $691 per person
$691
per person
Oct 29 - Nov 2
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
This was a good place for a quick trip to Santa Cruz. We stayed with our family of 5 for one night. There was plenty of space for all of us. They only have stairs so if you need an elevator you would need to request the first floor. The place is a bit run down however, if the only thing you need is a clean place with a bed to sleep in then this will work for you. The walking distance to the boardwalk was great. It made it easy for us to come and go as needed. Our room was right by the patio on the second floor where people would hang out and smoke. I wasn’t a fan of that because we could smell it in the room. The beds were not super comfortable but you get what you get for the price.

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Hotel Zetta San Francisco

Hotel Zetta San Francisco

4 out of 5
Downtown San Francisco
Price was $1,097, price is now $523 per person
$523
per person
Oct 6 - Oct 13
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Denver (DEN) to San Francisco (SFO)
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
We enjoyed our 3day stay at Hotel Zetta, and loved the location as well as the games/arcade available for guests! There was complimentary coffee and donuts, and hotel was very clean. We weren’t able to check in early but they held our bags til our rooms were ready.

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

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Capitola Beach

Capitola Beach

4.5/5(454 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Capitola Beach
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Hooper Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hooper Beach
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New Brighton State Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aptos. While in this walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

New Brighton State Beach
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Pleasure Point Park

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 biking trails.

Pleasure Point Park
Seacliff State Beach

Seacliff State Beach

4.5/5(9 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Seacliff State Beach

Capitola Mercantile

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Capitola Mercantile during your visit to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Capitola Mercantile

Best Lodging Options Near Capitola Wharf

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1500 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 out of 5
720 Hill Street, Capitola, CA
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
1435 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel

3.5 out of 5
210 Esplanade, Capitola, CA
Capitola Hotel
10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

Capitola
10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly
COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH

Capitola
COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH
1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

Capitola
1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach
Luxury Oceanside Dream – Steps to Capitola Beach

Luxury Oceanside Dream – Steps to Capitola Beach

Capitola
Luxury Oceanside Dream – Steps to Capitola Beach
Pink Venetian (Lower Unit)

Pink Venetian (Lower Unit)

Capitola
Pink Venetian (Lower Unit)
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