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A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

1. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Roxanna

HK$1,024

HK$1,182 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Jiexin

HK$1,797

HK$2,049 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Philip

HK$895

HK$1,037 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

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.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

4. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

KimLien

HK$719

HK$895 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

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

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Anna

HK$927

HK$1,073 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Molly

HK$1,421

HK$1,624 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

An indoor swimming pool with steps leading into it, surrounded by tables and chairs under a covered area.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a view of the ocean.

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a kitchen area, and a large window with a view.

7. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Rod

HK$927

HK$1,064 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9.9 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Joseph

HK$1,756

HK$2,439 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

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

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Josh

HK$2,465

HK$3,205 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

10. Monarch Cove Inn

10.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Matthew

HK$1,498

HK$1,704 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

11. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Julia

HK$647

HK$1,235 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

12. Seascape Beach Resort

16 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Haleh

HK$1,931

HK$2,794 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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

8.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Michael

HK$927

HK$1,071 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

14. Capitola Hotel

9.7 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Liz

HK$1,876

HK$2,178 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

John

HK$830

HK$964 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9.8 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Steven

HK$752

HK$868 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

A hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a sink and counter.

17. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

13.8 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Rich

HK$1,010

HK$1,166 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

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

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.3 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Frank

HK$1,061

HK$1,575 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A row of cabins with a dirt path leading to them, surrounded by tall trees.

A cabin with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.

A cabin surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage.

19. Fern River Resort

10 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Shireen

HK$747

HK$958 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach

Grester

HK$1,004

HK$1,160 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Natural Bridges State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 308 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,040 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 717 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Natural Bridges State Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast was probably my least favorite. The eggs were cold and of course they didn’t have any flavor and I thought that they had hot oatmeal cereal, but on closer examination, it wasn’t that I think it was potatoes or something. Not appetizing at all. But I grabbed an orange, an apple and some yogurt and a stick of cheese and that was fine. Whatever"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Me and my family decided to have a last minute beach visit we had no idea we were going to want to stay the night and once we figured we would I called everywhere (it was 7pm) and only this hotel answered there was always someone to help at the desk and it was fast and easy to book and it was a great price and me and my family would definitely recommend my only complaint would be you can hear the trash people early in the morning but everything else was just what we wanted"

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Nice friendly staff. Loved our room 316 which faces main st and has a cute bench to sit and have your coffee in the morning"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Pretty convenient location and a decent price compared with the astronomical price of many other options. Adequate parking and walkable distance to the downtown and plenty of dining options. I would stay again but would make sure my room was not immediately adjacent to the ice machine ( foot traffic of people getting ice) and the pool ( kids birthday parties etc not great if you’re trying to rest). Air conditioning was a bit loud tbh at least in my room - but on the plus side their wasn’t any drama at night or noise and I think they keep a close eye on the place- it’s a motor court arrangement with rooms facing out so could be vulnerable to randoms wandering through but there was no problem."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good

"Breakfast is excellent. Beds are bit firm for my task. Didn't try pool or hot tub. Staff very friendly and professional. Parking is easy."

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

10/10 Excellent

"It was very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to Natural Bridges, great for sunsets. Better than we had expected. Wonderful hosts."

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Mitchells Cove Beach House was perfect in every way. I liked the large family room where we enjoyed relaxing on the sofa and two comfortable chairs. There is a sliding door with access to the backyard. Easy in and out for the dogs. The kitchen had lots of counter space and was bright and nicely laid out next to the dining area and long table. I especially liked the home's layout. One of the bedrooms has it's own bath. The second bathroom was very nice with a bathtub/shower and long counter. Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to a beach. I felt comfortable staying here and would choose this home if I were to come back."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very clean. It was on a busy road, but the ocean was visible and overall it was a very pleasant stay! Liz was very responsive."

West Cliff Getaway

10/10 Excellent

"We couldn’t have been happier with our stay. The house felt like a home and we had plenty of room. The location was AMAZING! My sisters in law and I did the Santa Cruz 70.3IM and it was perfect viewing for my niece and nephew to cheer us on since we went by several times just steps from the house. It was so close to the start/finish as well. As I mentioned the house felt like a home and there were plenty of games for the littles in our family and they really enjoyed the “vintage” TV in the bedroom. It was also great being able to walk those few steps to see all the wildlife visible from the viewpoints near the house. If we do this race again or simply visit Santa Cruz we would love to stay there again. Thank you for everything."

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Beach

A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A coastal landscape with a large rock formation featuring a natural arch over the ocean, surrounded by beachgoers and pine trees.

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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De Anza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at De Anza Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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Swift Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Swift Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

You can take time to visit Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing during your travels to 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 Natural Bridges State Beach?

Natural Bridges State 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 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Natural Bridges State Beach?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Natural Bridges State Beach. Another good choice is Mission Inn, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Natural Bridges State Beach?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Natural Bridges State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Natural Bridges State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Natural Bridges State Beach.

What can I see and do near Natural Bridges State Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Natural Bridges State Beach. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

Santa Cruz Natural Bridges State Beach Hotels

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Our top choices for Natural Bridges State Beach hotels

1. Seaway Inn

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

4. Mission Inn

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

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

7. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10. Monarch Cove Inn

11. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

12. Seascape Beach Resort

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

14. Capitola Hotel

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

19. Fern River Resort

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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Top Natural Bridges State Beach Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Seaside Inn & Suites

Casablanca On The Beach

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

West Cliff Getaway

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Beach

Natural Bridges State Park

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

De Anza Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Swift Beach

Younger Beach

Swift Street Courtyard

Santa Cruz Mountain Brewing

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