Santa Cruz Cowell's Beach Hotels: 2026 Limited-Time Hotel Deals @Expedia

Q: What's the area like around Cowell's Beach?

Cowell's Beach is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 166 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Q: What's the best place to stay near Cowell's Beach?

Adjacent to Cowell's 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. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel .

Q: How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?

Expedia has 166 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowell's Beach.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.

Q: What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Devin

HK$2,789 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a view through a glass door.

2. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Cowell's Beach

Julia

HK$1,235 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Rosio

HK$961 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach

Janet

HK$1,961 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

5. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach

Marlene

HK$907 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A coastal residential area with houses along the shoreline, a grassy hillside, and a clear view of the ocean.

6. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach

Myla

HK$1,095 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Alissa

HK$1,036 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Cowell's Beach

Nicole

HK$979 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Dec - 4 Dec

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach

Jenny

HK$961 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

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

10. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Cowell's Beach

Judy

HK$870 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

11. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Jacqueline

HK$976 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

12. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Cowell's Beach

Molly

HK$1,472 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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

13. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach

Deina

HK$1,046 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

14. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 0.5 km from Cowell's Beach

Tasia

HK$786 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

15. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach

Sharon

HK$835 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Cowell's Beach

Oleg

HK$1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

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

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach

Kathy

HK$723 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach

Anita

HK$998 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Nov - 18 Nov

A modern hotel room with a large mirror, a bed, a desk, and a chair.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach

Josette

HK$1,142 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Dec - 13 Dec

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

20. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach

Tonya

HK$1,014 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 610 reviews	View
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 23 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,363 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,040 reviews	View
Edgewater Beach Inn	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 81 reviews	View

Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"My only problem, and it is not a deal breaker, was the quality of the wifi was just OK at best. Had a lot of times the connection would drop etc. Again, it will not affect my decision to stay there on my next trip to Santa Cruz, but wanted to put this out there."

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious, clean and the beds were very comfortable. The check-in/out was smooth and the checkout assistant was courteous and accommodating. The air conditioning worked great. Our experience was that it’s better to shower very early in the morning or around 11am to get warm water. Warm water at peak hours ran-out, but we managed. The outdoor premises were a bit dirty, needing more up-keeping. It was a great value hotel and a comfortable stay overall; I would stay here again."

Other attractions near Cowell's Beach

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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cowell's Beach?

Cowell's Beach is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 166 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Cowell's Beach?

Adjacent to Cowell's 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. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?

Expedia has 166 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowell's Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.

What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

2. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

5. Edgewater Beach Inn

6. Seaway Inn

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

10. Mission Inn

11. Marea Sol Hotel

12. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

13. Carousel Beach Inn

14. Ocean Pacific Lodge

15. Pacific Blue Inn

16. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

17. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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

20. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Beachview Inn

Other attractions near Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Wharf

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