Top 10 Hotels in Day Valley, CA (from $81) 2026 - Competitive Prices

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A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Aptos

Lee

$147 nightly

$169 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

2. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Capitola

Brend

$110 nightly

$126 total

Sep 14 - Sep 15

Total with taxes and fees

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a sink and counter.

A hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

3. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio del Mar

Rich

$160 nightly

$184 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Santa Cruz

Aprille

$152 nightly

$175 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and coffee machines.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

5. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Watsonville

Leonel

$126 nightly

$146 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.

A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.

A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.

6. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Santa Cruz

Iram

$172 nightly

$198 total

Sep 7 - Sep 8

Total with taxes and fees

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other breakfast items.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a dining space.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

7. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Watsonville

Viktoria

$130 nightly

$150 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

Santa Cruz

Abby

$152 nightly

$175 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Igor

$131 nightly

$151 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Total with taxes and fees

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, office chair, and a large abstract painting.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

A swimming pool area with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a lifebuoy.

10. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Watsonville

Syria

$137 nightly

$157 total

Aug 31 - Sep 1

Total with taxes and fees

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

daphanie

$85 nightly

$95 total

Sep 24 - Sep 25

Total with taxes and fees

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

12. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

Junko

$364 nightly

$413 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

13. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

Sean

$75 nightly

$87 total

Aug 26 - Aug 27

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a TV screen.

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

14. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley

Delores F

$122 nightly

$139 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

15. Inn At Pasatiempo

Santa Cruz

Tabatha

$119 nightly

$137 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

16. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz

Monika

$142 nightly

$163 total

Aug 27 - Aug 28

Total with taxes and fees

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree in the background.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other food items.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz

Kristina

$127 nightly

$147 total

Aug 30 - Aug 31

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large windows.

18. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley

Robin

$122 nightly

$139 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

19. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz

Cecelia

$107 nightly

$124 total

Sep 15 - Sep 16

Total with taxes and fees

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Dori

$140 nightly

$161 total

Sep 2 - Sep 3

Total with taxes and fees

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Stay near popular Day Valley attractions

Alfaro Family Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Alfaro Family Vineyards during your travels to Corralitos. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the biking trails.

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Nicholson Vineyards

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Nicholson Vineyards during your travels to Day Valley. You can seek out the biking trails and surfing spots in this walkable area.

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Learn more about Day Valley

Check out the local area in Day Valley—home to attractions like The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and Nicholson Vineyards.

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Top Day Valley Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean!"

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

8/10 Good

"The staff were very helpful and friendly. The mobility accessible room was good with a nice view on the 3rd floor. Unfortunately the room had carpeting that made it hard to maneuver. The hallways were also carpeted. The overall impression was that the hotel had seen better days. There was a parking fee for $18 a night, no free breakfast and access to most premium channels was only if you could recall your login from home! Also, the bed was quite soft but beddings were clean and crisp. The lovely wide window would only open a few inches- for safety I suppose though on the 3rd floor overly cautious I think."

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Muy buen servicio al aser la reservación y todo limpio el desayuno muy bueno limpio el lugar Nomas lo del parking no estoy desayuno acuerdo que te hospedes en el hotel y te cobran 20 dolares x noche cuando creo que deve ser gratis x hospedarse en el hotel"

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"My son and I stayed one night it was lovley. It was clean and the grounds were beautiful. It was a 15min walk to the beach. They had live music on Tuesday night and it was really good. We sat by the koi pond had a cocktail listening to the music, my son had the deviled eggs that he said were fabulous. I would definitely stay again and recommend to friends."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean, parking is a little tight but doable even with my big crew cab diesel truck. Great location less than 5 min walk to the pier and boardwalk. Nice little cafe right across the street for breakfast. Would definitely stay here again."

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Loved it will stay again"

Doubletree by Hilton Campbell - Pruneyard Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Very clean -friendly staff. Great for events at The Winery. Tv not operating, and showers were extremely hot, even cold was hot. Other than that -great stay."

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Great location, a little bit outdated rooms though. But great staff very friendly. Nice views of the ocean!"