Main Beach Tours

Main Beach
Find a spot to sit, kick back and just enjoy the sound of the water hitting the shore at Main Beach. If you're craving some sun and sea, this is the place to get your fix.

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this stretch of coastline is well worth a look. But you'll find tons more to discover in the area. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz, and Natural Bridges State Park aren't too far from Main Beach.

Plan a trip to see Main Beach

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Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
Price was $1,396, price is now $616 per person
$616
per person
Oct 29 - Nov 2
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Diego (SAN) 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

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,084, price is now $658 per person
$658
per person
Oct 29 - Nov 2
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
We stayed here for a family vacation, and it's the best spot. The customer service, property, and food are great, and our dog loved every minute of the trail. We’re coming back!

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $1,161, price is now $721 per person
$721
per person
Oct 29 - Nov 2
found 18 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Diego (SAN) to San Jose (SJC)
No reviews

Popular places to visit

Santa Cruz Main Beach

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
Another beautiful sunset 🌇

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
Santa Cruz Wharf

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
Cowell's Beach

Cowell's Beach

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

Cowell's Beach
Sunrise at Walton Lighthouse

Santa Cruz Harbor

Explore the waterfront in Santa Cruz with a trip to Santa Cruz Harbor. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Santa Cruz Harbor
Lighthouse Point Park

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

Best Lodging Options Near Main Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St, Santa Cruz, CA
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Marea Sol Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
313 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Surf City Inn and Suites
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

2 out of 5
330 Ocean St., Santa Cruz, CA
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 out of 5
325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
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