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

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Frank

S$199

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

2. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Roxanna

S$204

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

KimLien

S$160

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

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.

4. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Grester

S$199

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

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

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

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Linda

S$181

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Lisa

S$175

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Natalya

S$179

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.6 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Anthony

S$135

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Sharon

S$151

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Siddharth

S$94

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

11. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

jessika

S$200

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

12. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Irinea

S$112

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

13. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Michael

S$111

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

14. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Madeline

S$234

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

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.

15. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Justin

S$97

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

16. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Shawna

S$181

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

17. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

John

S$101

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

18. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Kyle

S$134

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A reception area with a wooden counter, framed artwork, a clock, and a map on the wall.

A kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the street.

A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.

19. Aqua Breeze Inn

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.7 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Rosa

S$146

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a landscaped entrance with plants and a wheelchair-accessible sign.

A spacious living area with a beige sectional sofa, a white armchair, and a patterned rug. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the wall, and a fireplace is visible in the background.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a flat-screen TV, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A buffet setup with various food containers and utensils, a person in the background, and a modern interior design.

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lighthouse Field State Beach

Roy

S$169

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Top Lighthouse Field State Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"It was a nice sized room and clean. Helpful staff. Location was good and walking distance to the pier. Would stay there again."

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Improvement can be done to the shower head but everything else was great"

Carousel Beach Inn

8/10 Good

"Great place with super location! Loved the waffles and free breakfast"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Great location"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"It was a bit over cast but it was good and clean beds was comfy"

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"It was a true suite. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the rooms in this friendliness of the staff."

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Room was great. I wish they would clean up the lobby. They use it as a storage space. Extra chairs, refrigerators, lamp shades, and the tv is never on. Can’t sit there and relax. Three days I went there in morning there was no coffee made or hot water for tea. Looks like counter space for snacks but it is cluttered. I love this little hotel but the lobby space has never been finished. 😞"

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"I have stayed here every time I go to Santa Cruz. It's close to the boardwalk and it's very well maintained"

Lighthouse Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Great location! Not ocean view but just a short walk thru the park across the street and you’re there. The rental is not the entire house, unsure if there are others living in the other part of the house but it was still a decent amount of space for my family of 4. Also the boardwalk is just a 5min drive down. Host is great and responds fast. Would recommend!"

Other attractions near Lighthouse Field State Beach

A beach scene with footprints, a sunset, and silhouettes of people and a dog.

Its Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Its Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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A sign for the Surfing Museum at Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

8.0/10 (77 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)

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 cycling trails.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Santa Cruz with a stop at Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this walkable area.

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Mitchell Cove Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Mitchell Cove Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Lighthouse Field State 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 80 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Lighthouse Field State Beach. Other good options close by include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Lighthouse Field State Beach?

Expedia has 80 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lighthouse Field State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lighthouse Field State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Lighthouse Field State Beach.

What can I see and do near Lighthouse Field State Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring the area. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Neary Lagoon Park.

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Our top choices for Lighthouse Field State Beach hotels

1. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2. Seaway Inn

3. Mission Inn

4. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

6. Marea Sol Hotel

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

9. Pacific Blue Inn

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

11. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

12. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

13. Beachview Inn

14. Casablanca On The Beach

15. Seaside Inn & Suites

16. Rio Vista Suites

17. Drift Inn

18. Salt Air Lodge

19. Aqua Breeze Inn

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

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Top Lighthouse Field State Beach Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Seaside Inn & Suites

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Lighthouse Beach House

Other attractions near Lighthouse Field State Beach

Its Beach

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Lighthouse Point Park

Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse

Mitchell Cove Beach

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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