Cowell's Beach Tours and Activities

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The kids will sleep soundly after having fun in the sun at Cowells Beach. Hunt for fish and other marine life, dip a toe in the water or maybe even fly a kite!

This stretch of coastline is free to visit, so you can have a good time without reaching for your wallet. However, Cowells Beach isn't the only worthwhile sight in and around the picturesque neighborhood of Westside Santa Cruz. With Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Mystery Spot and Natural Bridges State Park within reach, you may be tempted to stay a little longer.

Compare 726 hotels close to Cowell's Beach with room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz
The price is $115 per night from Apr 16 to Apr 17
$115
per night
Apr 16 - Apr 17
Stay at this 3-star spa hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Sky Glider ...
7.4/10 Good! (28 reviews)
"Very nice, clean and well kept place to stay. The pool was even heated so the kids jumped in despite the temps being in the 50s. Parking around the hotel is limited so use of their garage is very convenient but does cost an extra $25/night. The valet guys were great and you can come and go as much ..."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2023

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
The price is $152 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
$152
per night
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Popular attractions Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration ...
9/10 Wonderful! (420 reviews)
Concert Get Away
"Nicely appointed hotel! Room was great…as was the service! Breakfast was above average. The internet was down during our stay, which was due to the storm. The only disappointment was that there was a $20 charge for parking. I had not read that…and there was no option. Overall, it was great…"

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2023

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
The price is $209 per night from Mar 28 to Mar 29
$209
per night
Mar 28 - Mar 29
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The location speaks for itself and the restaurant is fantastic but our room was very noisy, we could hear every door opening and closing throughout the night and next morning. Also, the shower plumbing was very finicky with just a hairline between too hot or cold along with sending a very loud vibration ..."

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2023

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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The Ameswell Hotel

The Ameswell Hotel

4.5 out of 5
North Whisman
Price was $1,268, price is now $1,016 per person
per person
Jun 15 - Jun 19
Roundtrip non-stop flight included
New York (NYC) to San Jose (SJC)
4.6/10 (296 reviews)
Beautiful and modern. Exceptionally clean. Stay here!

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2023

Kasa Niche Hotel Redwood City

Kasa Niche Hotel Redwood City

2.5 out of 5
Price was $1,071, price is now $910 per person
per person
Jun 2 - Jun 8
Roundtrip flight included
Newark (EWR) to San Jose (SJC)
4.2/10 (33 reviews)
The property had poor sound control and lighting. I had a window facing the street with light flooding in during the evening making it difficult to sleep, however, the property location is excellent and cleanliness was 10/10 as well. If you have your own ear plugs and they put in black out shades, this place would be better

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2023

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

Grand Bay Hotel San Francisco

4 out of 5
Redwood Shores
Price was $634, price is now $542 per person
per person
May 6 - May 9
Roundtrip flight included
New York (JFK) to San Jose (SJC)
4.1/10 (1,026 reviews)
The Chief Engineer’s cameo as the Bellman was a nice touch. Friendly staff, and the room was very clean.

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2023

Popular places to visit

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Santa Cruz Wharf

4.5/5(85 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Wharf
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Main Beach

4.5/5(661 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Main Beach during your travels in Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Main Beach
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Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Main Beach
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.5/5(2,013 reviews)

Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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Lighthouse Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

Lighthouse Point Park
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Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

4/5(69 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Best Lodging Options Near Cowell's Beach

Beachview Inn
Beachview Inn
2 out of 5
50 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Beachview Inn
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Casablanca On The Beach
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Seaway Inn
Seaway Inn
2.5 out of 5
176 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Seaway Inn
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2 out of 5
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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