Twin Lakes State Beach Tours

Few things are better than spending time by the water. Round up the kids, organize a picnic and enjoy some fresh air at Twin Lakes State Beach.

If you're staying a while in Eastside Santa Cruz, Twin Lakes State Beach is an interesting place to start your exploring. This stretch of coastline is one of many attractions that'll keep you occupied here. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, University of California, Santa Cruz, and Natural Bridges State Park are also waiting for you close by.

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Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Price was $1,267, price is now $655 per person
$655
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Nov 7 - Nov 9
found 1 day ago
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Burbank (BUR) 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
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Price was $1,017, price is now $679 per person
$679
per person
Oct 12 - Oct 16
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
Seattle (SEA) 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

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

2 out of 5
Westside Santa Cruz
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Price was $1,190, price is now $810 per person
$810
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Oct 15 - Oct 19
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Seattle (SEA) to San Jose (SJC)
5.8/10 (529 reviews)
This was a very clean room and they had just done improvements on the location and the room. Only thing that was bad was our room did not have shampoo or conditioner and per other guests asking at the front office they did not have any either. The one gentleman was told at 0715 am that he would have to wait til 0900 to get shampoo. I walked the couple blocks down the road and bought some at the gas station.

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

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Best Lodging Options Near Twin Lakes State 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
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
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
Continental Inn

Continental Inn

2 out of 5
414 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Continental Inn
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2 out of 5
301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA
Marea Sol Hotel
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
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
407 Broadway, Santa Cruz, CA
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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