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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (336 reviews)
"Fabulous views, service and food!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is S$565
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is S$403
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,584 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is S$335
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (927 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is S$220
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Pacific Blue Inn
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
The price is S$165
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Rio Vista Suites
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,276 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is S$330
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,063 reviews)
"Location is great, plenty of parking and the staff is very professional"
United States
Richard
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Seaside Inn & Suites
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is S$228
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Mission Inn
Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (93 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is S$131
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Drift Inn
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,162 reviews)
"Great stay! Easy walk to the boardwalk."
United States
Monique
The price is S$315
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km 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
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (671 reviews)
"Easy parking, great breakfast selection, large rooms and quiet"
United States
Jane
The price is S$252
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is S$181
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Beachview Inn
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (606 reviews)
"This property is very quiet and relaxing."
United States
Lynda
The price is S$392
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (394 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is S$151
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,220 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is S$283
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Free daily continental breakfast

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"The location was perfect, very close to the beach and attractions."
United States
Lucia
The price is S$225
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Property grounds

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"The staff were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area. Good little spot to staff for a weekend trip. Location is within reasonable walking distant to good and the boardwalk."
United States
Scott newlin
The price is S$153
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Continental Inn
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"Room and property grounds were clean. Great stay. Will stay again next time"
United States
Sonny
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
21 Jun - 22 Jun
National 9 Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (880 reviews)
"Great place to stay in the Cruz.Affordable clean and minutes from the Boardwalk"
United States
Carlos
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
336 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,013 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,584 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
927 reviews
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Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

2/10 Terrible
"Attention!!!!! Be aware of this property!!!!! Last weekend my family & I stayed in this hotel, when we arrived the check in was easy and everything was going well. The room was so dirty, not well cleaned, left over used toilet paper, the doors were stain of makeup and some type of orange sticky food, could be Cheetos, the walls were all dirty and the certain was full of dryed ice cream from days before. That’s not it there is more! Friday afternoon we got some dinner sat in the patio where there is tables and chair, and a person first asked how to get a hold of front desk and we told him where to go, he then came back and ask for a water bottle, left to his room and came back downstairs and sat in the patio, he started mentioning all the types of drugs he was selling and also that he was hiding from the cops!!!! When this was heard I didn’t feel comfortable I try to get a hold of the front desk for hours and no answer no reply, until the next day and still didn’t want to give my money back!!!!! Will not stay here again, this was my 2nd time staying in this hotel and 1st time didn’t have a problem but this time it was unacceptable, I will not be staying here and if you have small kids be aware because this hotels approves a lot of drug dealers to walk in and out of the property. Is a very nice place but will not be staying here ever. Be aware!!!!! Always read the reviews!!!!!"
Vanessa 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Surf City Inn and Suites

Hotels near other Santa Cruz Main Beach attractions

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.4/5 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling 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, take a look at the 192 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodation options 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, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
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 Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 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.