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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

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1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (319 reviews)
"Great place here for 2 days love it!!"
United States
Ed
$377 nightly
The price is $423
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Restaurant

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"Great trip with my wife for our anniversary."
United States
James
$359 nightly
The price is $407
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Beach/ocean view

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean and cute rooms, kind staff, warm pool and hot tub, perfect location!"
United States
Hailey
$266 nightly
The price is $303
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Surfing/boogie boarding

4. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (217 reviews)
"Adorable hotel! The room was so cute. Close to the pier and boardwalk. Great price! "
United States
Lamar
$170 nightly
The price is $195
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Seaway Inn
Business center

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,312 reviews)
"Great location (steps away from the beach), decent breakfast, and friendly staff."
Canada
Alexia
$195 nightly
The price is $223
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,572 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
$219 nightly
The price is $250
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Total with taxes and fees
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

7. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (923 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
$149 nightly
The price is $171
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
$199 nightly
The price is $227
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Front of property

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.6 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,412 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
$135 nightly
The price is $156
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Total with taxes and fees
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Single Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

10. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (90 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
$82 nightly
The price is $92
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Drift Inn
Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

11. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
$97 nightly
The price is $112
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total with taxes and fees
Rio Vista Suites
Lobby lounge

12. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,230 reviews)
"Great and just across from the beach"
United States
Kevin
$189 nightly
The price is $216
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Casablanca On The Beach
Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

13. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous location. Friendly staff. The room was spacious and comfortable. The wine and cheese was a perfect snack and breakfast was delightful. Do yourself a favor and stay here."
United States
Dina
$206 nightly
The price is $235
Jun 16 - Jun 17
Total with taxes and fees
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,271 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
$173 nightly
The price is $198
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Property amenity

15. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,146 reviews)
"Great place and close to everything"
United States
Darren
$199 nightly
The price is $227
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Exterior

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.4 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (957 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
$88 nightly
The price is $102
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total with taxes and fees
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,052 reviews)
"Location is great, plenty of parking and the staff is very professional"
United States
Richard
$95 nightly
The price is $109
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Seaside Inn & Suites
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

18. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
$94 nightly
The price is $107
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Beachview Inn
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,005 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay. All staff were helpful and able to accommodate an additional night’s stay."
United States
CARLA
$90 nightly
The price is $104
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Front of property

20. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 mi from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Best motel in town"
United States
Adam B
$161 nightly
The price is $184
Jun 7 - Jun 8
Total with taxes and fees
Mission Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment rooms, sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
319 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,011 reviews
View
Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,005 reviews
View
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
217 reviews
View
Business center
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,312 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"All I wish is for there to be an option for a late check out. That’s the only thing I would say was a little bit of a bummer. Overall the stay was perfectly quiet and cozy! I would definitely return and recommend to friends and family!"
Alexis 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Beachview Inn

Hotels near other Santa Cruz Main Beach attractions

Aerial view of the Santa Cruz beach and the amusement park in California

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.4/5 (6,089 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.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Santa Cruz Main 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, check out the 192 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels can I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
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What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Williams-Reynolds House are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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