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Our top choices for Moran Lake Beach hotels

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
1.9 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is HK$1,004
HK$1,156 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is HK$853
HK$988 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby
Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (507)
"The staff was welcoming and friendly. We had early check in and the room was spotless. Everything is all decorated so nice. Breakfast was generous and delicious."
United States
Lisa
The price is HK$1,456
HK$1,707 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Capitola Hotel
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, 1.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (574)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is HK$1,138
HK$1,307 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Balcony view
Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (784)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Sam
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Premium bedding, down duvets, memory-foam beds, individually decorated
Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (721)
"This property is highly recommended. Great staff and service! Private parking for the Kyoto room was a great bonus!"
United States
Aaron
Inn at Depot Hill
Restaurant
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is HK$2,191
HK$2,850 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
3.7 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (943)
"Everything where nice, clean. The views are great, and the butterfly lady was the nicest part of this stay."
United States
Philip
The price is HK$1,485
HK$1,689 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Monarch Cove Inn
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, 4.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is HK$973
HK$1,123 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 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, 3.9 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1324)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is HK$903
HK$1,046 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
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, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1242)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is HK$853
HK$990 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is HK$2,015
HK$2,293 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is HK$933
HK$1,123 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Seaway Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is HK$623
HK$786 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is HK$871
HK$1,010 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 4.3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (891)
"Great hidden gem"
United States
Dillon
The price is HK$692
HK$828 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Pacific Blue 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, 6.3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (618)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is HK$791
HK$920 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Lobby lounge
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 7.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"The breakfast was fantastic! The rooms were clean and the staff was very attentive."
United States
Greg
The price is HK$848
HK$982 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is HK$589
HK$731 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout curtains
Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
12.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (464)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is HK$654
HK$851 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fern River Resort
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Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Manager Debbie was great! Helpful and accommodating!"
Lisa 3-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Hotels near other Moran Lake Beach attractions

Pleasure Point Park

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Santa Maria's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Maria's Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Moran Lake Beach?
Moran Lake Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 108 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Moran Lake Beach?
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 2.8 mi (4.4 km) from Moran Lake Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites and Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages.
How many hotels are there close to Moran Lake Beach?
Expedia has 108 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Moran Lake Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Moran Lake Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Moran Lake Beach.
What can I see and do near Moran Lake 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. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.