⭐ Top 10 Hotels Near Sand Plant Beach for 2026

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Michelle

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

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

11.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Nancy

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

11.3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Ramiro

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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.

4. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Judy

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

5. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16.3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Landon

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

12.6 km from Sand Plant Beach

Gail

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

7. Monarch Cove Inn

13.2 km from Sand Plant Beach

Anh Vu

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

8. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

13.1 km from Sand Plant Beach

Sofia

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

9. Seascape Beach Resort

19 km from Sand Plant Beach

Carrie

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

10. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Teronya

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

11. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.3 km from Sand Plant Beach

Jacqueline

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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.

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Joshua

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

13. Capitola Hotel

12.5 km from Sand Plant Beach

Jeff

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

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

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 6 km from Sand Plant Beach

Rosio

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Kathy

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Josette

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

17. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

12.4 km from Sand Plant Beach

Bridgett

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.7 km from Sand Plant Beach

Alissa

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

19. Inn at Depot Hill

12.8 km from Sand Plant Beach

Joseph

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

20. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.9 km from Sand Plant Beach

Julia

includes taxes & fees

8 Dec - 9 Dec

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,011 reviews	View
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,205 reviews	View

Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"The manager was extremely helpful"

Edgewater Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"From phone calls prior to check-in, to the check out process, everything went out smoothly. Staff were really nice, warm, and accommodating. The room we stayed in had a balcony, simple yet good enough to wake up to ocean view. This place is walking distance to the Boardwalk which I believe is convenient especially on heavy traffic days."

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Staff was amazing! We originally were given a room and upon attempting to turn on the television we realized it was not working. We went to the front desk and a wonderful staff member went up with us to investigate and it turns out it definitely was not working. We were given and different room immediately with a functioning television and the room was gorgeous. Breakfast was delicious and we had a very comfortable stay."

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"This place can be great. The best option is the Premier Studio Suite with a king bed; it is so much space + a kitchenette and sink at a cost hardly above their regular room rate. My last statement however was not the best. As sometimes happens you'll get partying neighbors music creeping through the walls- and in the morning there was absolutely no hot water at 9AM. I haven't used the pool yet but everything looks great there including the central across the parking lot location. Also the air conditioner leaked water with the heater on high last night to drown out.the neighbors music - unfortunately there is no constant fan option. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and downtown are both within close half mile walking distances. Check in they like to have you use a kiosk with a remote assitant but last time Nov 7 the kiosk was gone and I used the front desk. TVs have Netflix built in."

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"You can tell by the way the staff interacts with you that they really enjoy their work, Every member we met, like Blossom at check-in to the restaurant staff, treated us delightfully. This was our first time in an Autograph hotel. The furnishings in the lobby were fun, interesting, and made us feel welcomed in Santa Cruz."

Other attractions near Sand Plant Beach

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a clear sky, and a dirt path.

Fern Grotto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fern Grotto Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sand Plant Beach?

Sand Plant Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 234 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sand Plant 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 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Sand Plant Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Sand Plant Beach?

Expedia has 234 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sand Plant Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sand Plant Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Sand Plant Beach.

What can I see and do near Sand Plant Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Sand Plant Beach hotels

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

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

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

4. Mission Inn

5. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

7. Monarch Cove Inn

8. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

9. Seascape Beach Resort

10. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

11. Marea Sol Hotel

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

13. Capitola Hotel

14. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

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

17. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

19. Inn at Depot Hill

20. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

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Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Other attractions near Sand Plant Beach

Fern Grotto Beach

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