Capitola

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Aerial view of Capitola Beach in California, featuring pastel Venetian cottages, a wooden pier, a bridge over an inlet, and the Pacific Ocean.
Aerial view of Capitola Beach in California, featuring pastel Venetian cottages, a wooden pier, a bridge over an inlet, and the Pacific Ocean.
You'll be hard pressed to find an uncrowded #beach in the Santa Cruz/Capitola area but New Brighton is a must visit anyway. Beautiful sandy beach, sail boats, parasailing, volleyball, camping and a #lighthouse ! You just can't beat it.
"There is only one mirror... the mirror inside. Everything you see on the outside is a reflection of what is going on in your mind. It's a powerful tool so use it wisely." {Victoria Grant}
The colorful Capitola Venetian Hotel sits alongside the Pacific Ocean at the end of Capitola Beach.
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 out of 5
720 Hill Street Capitola CA
The price is HK$898 per night from 24 Mar to 25 Mar
HK$898
HK$1,078 total
24 Mar - 25 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
SHOWER DID NOT WORK. Love the area. Very nice hotel. Pretty outdoors. Very comfortable bed

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1500 Wharf Road Capitola CA
Stay at this beach hotel in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (813 reviews)
Clean room and living space. Kitchenette a plus. One bedroom had no outside window. Location is a big advantage.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

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Capitola Venetian Hotel
Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 out of 5
620 El Salto Drive Capitola CA
The price is HK$1,494 per night from 12 Mar to 13 Mar
HK$1,494
HK$1,698 total
12 Mar - 13 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Capitola. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (966 reviews)
Excellent staff and excellent rooms with an unforgettable view!

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Monarch Cove Inn
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COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH

Capitola CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and balconies. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH
10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

Capitola CA
Stay at this beach condo in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
10/10 Exceptional! (39 reviews)
Great for a couple and a small family to share.I would get a carafe for the coffee pot in case people want to brew their own coffee. The keurig was fine. Owner is VERY responsive! Great place to staycation in Capitola literally steps from the pier.

Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly
150 steps to the sand! Beautiful 2Bd/2Ba Condo with ocean views. Sleeps 6

150 steps to the sand! Beautiful 2Bd/2Ba Condo with ocean views. Sleeps 6

Capitola CA
Stay at this condo in Capitola. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
10/10 Exceptional! (137 reviews)
Our stay was outstanding, the condo is across the street from the Capitola bridge going into the Village and the Wharf. The condo was so clean, great communication, the amenities were so well thought out, very comfortable, nice back yard to entertain and great parking!!I look forward to return soon.Thank ...

Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026

150 steps to the sand! Beautiful 2Bd/2Ba Condo with ocean views. Sleeps 6
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Capitola Venetian beach painted houses; Shutterstock ID 420693280

Capitola Beach

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Capitola Beach
Capitola Wharf at dawn

Capitola Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Capitola Wharf
Two awesome things to point out in this photo: the crazy camper in front with all the stuffed animals and things on it, and the Lamborghini behind me.

Hooper Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hooper Beach

Esplanade Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Esplanade Park Beach

Capitola Mercantile

You can enjoy retail therapy at Capitola Mercantile during your trip to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Capitola Mercantile

Capitola Historical Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Capitola Historical Museum during your travels in Capitola. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Capitola Historical Museum

Things to do

Secret Beach Location

Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz

HK$274
per traveller
Half Day Private Beach Tour in Santa Cruz
Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour

Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

HK$39
per traveller
Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories

UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour

HK$39
per traveller
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Meet Capitola Wine Bar owners!

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

HK$1,009
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Capitola Friday Night Food Tour
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt

HK$227
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Santa Cruz, California Scavenger Hunt
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

HK$1,087
per adult
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
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