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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Cowell's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is HK$765
HK$1,367 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (592 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is HK$1,915
HK$2,588 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is HK$920
HK$1,065 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

4. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (326 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is HK$911
HK$1,055 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Seaway Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is HK$772
HK$899 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Cowell's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is HK$1,334
HK$1,527 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is HK$894
HK$1,035 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (199 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is HK$593
HK$703 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
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.

9. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is HK$719
HK$895 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is HK$1,051
HK$1,212 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

11. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,644 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is HK$840
HK$976 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (960 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is HK$698
HK$835 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.5 km from Cowell's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,555 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is HK$581
HK$766 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

14. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Cowell's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,362 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is HK$965
HK$1,116 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,357 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, well maintained and staff was great! Location was a bit challenging, however we will happily stay again, definitely recommend!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is HK$684
HK$793 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (642 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time during our visit. The room was very clean and the staff was very helpful. I would definitely recommend it to my friends."
United States
Brenda Lynn
The price is HK$982
HK$1,132 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

17. 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, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,300 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is HK$988
HK$1,142 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,185 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is HK$960
HK$1,110 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

19. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 1 km from Cowell's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location !! , friendly staff clean room"
United States
Christine
The price is HK$508
HK$593 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Cowell's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (493 reviews)
"Rooms clean, easy parking, and it’s 10 minutes from downtown. Perfect little spot"
United States
vincent
The price is HK$600
HK$695 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
21 reviews
View
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
592 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,363 reviews
View
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
326 reviews
View
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
724 reviews
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Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and relaxing"
Anisia 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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.