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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (268 reviews)
"Had a great time! Beautiful hotel and room and lovely views"
United States
Allison
The price is HK$2,124
HK$2,821 total
includes taxes & fees
17 May - 18 May
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,008 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Thomas
The price is HK$1,167
HK$1,342 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach views

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,021 reviews)
"Will stay again. Great location!"
United States
Joshua
The price is HK$1,778
HK$2,028 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,287 reviews)
"Clean, close to pier and free breakfast would stay again "
United States
jose
The price is HK$1,355
HK$1,553 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,523 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel in a great location!!!"
United States
John
The price is HK$909
HK$1,053 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (917 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
United States
Rosa
The price is HK$679
HK$813 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Pacific Blue Inn
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,378 reviews)
"Very clean room, great parking and very friendly staff. "
United States
Samuel
The price is HK$627
HK$824 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
The price is HK$1,136
HK$1,307 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Rigoberto
The price is HK$564
HK$762 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Rio Vista Suites
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,216 reviews)
"Perfect location and staff was super helpful."
United States
Veneice
The price is HK$831
HK$1,227 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Casablanca On The Beach
Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Absolutely gorgeous location. Friendly staff. The room was spacious and comfortable. The wine and cheese was a perfect snack and breakfast was delightful. Do yourself a favor and stay here."
United States
Dina
The price is HK$1,558
HK$1,865 total
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (936 reviews)
"Great location for reasonably priced hotel. Clean room and nice staff."
United States
Katarina
The price is HK$458
HK$536 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,038 reviews)
"very friendly staff, nice location, easy parking"
United States
Sunyoung
The price is HK$439
HK$646 total
includes taxes & fees
18 May - 19 May
Seaside Inn & Suites
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,137 reviews)
"Everything was perfect doing our stay!! Shelby the receptionist was amazing!!"
United States
Teutonia Vernee
The price is HK$1,097
HK$1,263 total
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,248 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is HK$1,245
HK$1,430 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room!"
United States
Amelia
The price is HK$499
HK$663 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Beachview Inn
Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (85 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is HK$529
HK$592 total
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May
Drift Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Rooms are clean, beds very comfy, staff friendly."
United States
Edwin
The price is HK$718
HK$893 total
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
Mission Inn
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is HK$548
HK$683 total
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (658 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great breakfast and convenient parking and location. Would definitely stay again."
United States
Sue
The price is HK$1,086
HK$1,251 total
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
268 reviews
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Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,008 reviews
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Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,021 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,287 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,523 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Clean room, nothing fancy, good for sleeping and showering "
Ericka 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.4/5 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in 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 Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Santa Cruz Main 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 187 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 187 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.