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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

Rooftop terrace
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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, (69)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is S$530
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

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, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is S$186
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan, 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1319)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is S$173
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1236)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is S$174
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (145)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is S$185
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is S$168
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1267)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

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, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is S$137
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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, (1030)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is S$158
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1184)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is S$169
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

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, (1000)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (922)
"Place is really nice friendly people "
United States
Manny
Seaside Inn & Suites
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is S$150
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Mission Inn
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1149)
"Would definitely stay again. Everything was great!"
United States
Heidi
The price is S$156
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Exterior
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (61)
"rooms were clean, beds were good, staffs were nice."
United States
Henry
The price is S$97
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Drift Inn
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

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, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Beachview Inn
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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, (616)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is S$152
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1000)
"The room was clean and the staff very friendly. Would stay again."
Canada
Susan
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan, 2026
Aqua Breeze Inn
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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, (1168)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is S$163
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Beach towels
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

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, (573)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is S$201
includes taxes & fees
19 Dec - 20 Dec
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Very close to everything. Ppl running it are as nice as anyone could ask for. The actual rooms are clean and functional. It’s not the Taj Mahal. The place is a bargain when one considers everything. "
Kevin 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Beachview Inn

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Main Beach

4.4/5 (801 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels 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 173 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 Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 173 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, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Lighthouse Point Park. 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.