The Best Hotels Closest to Lighthouse Point Park in Santa Cruz for 2026

Our top choices for Lighthouse Point Park hotels

1. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Kristen

￥25,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Stephanie

￥43,700 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Susana

￥34,325 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Monika

￥28,816 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

5. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Lighthouse Point Park

William Thomas

￥28,726 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1.4 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Lawrence

￥22,212 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Clifford

￥36,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 5 - Aug 6

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

8. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Jacqueline

￥18,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 11 - Aug 12

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

9. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.7 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Charlene

￥21,971 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

10. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Lighthouse Point Park

TONY

￥22,534 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

11. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Vanessa

￥19,621 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

12. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Walter

￥41,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | WiFi (free)

13. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Vicente

￥16,348 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

14. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Nireitha

￥28,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

15. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Joyce

￥14,901 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

16. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 2.3 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Ismael

￥19,819 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

17. Continental Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Britney

￥15,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

18. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 1.9 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Josh

￥17,540 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

19. Surf City Inn and Suites

Lower Ocean, 2 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Christina

￥20,778 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 30 - Jul 31

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), cribs (surcharge)

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.8 km from Lighthouse Point Park

Tatiana

￥19,355 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Lighthouse Point Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 689 reviews	View
Pacific Blue Inn	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 937 reviews	View

Top Lighthouse Point Park Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

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Mission Inn

8/10 Good

"Overall it was a very solid place to stay. Comfy beds, clean rooms and clearly they made a real effort to make the best of their hotel. Even though the hotel is on a busy street that doesn’t appear to be in a tight knit neighborhood, it’s actually really close to a lot of cool hip restaurants and central to many destinations. The hot tub is cute but needs some love. The air conditioning unit, which I could manually turn on and off, would cool the room in cycles which didn’t really work well given the comforter was so hot. For two nights the covers were either too hot (when the air conditioner was not active), and just warm enough which I found was disruptive for sleep. Other than someone’s dog barking too early in the morning, rooms were quiet."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great. Excellent location to the Boardwalk. Less than a block away. Room was nice and clean. Comfortable for a family of 4. I’m not sure how other rooms are but I wish the body wash/shampoo dispenser was o note back wall of the shower. I knocked mine off twice with my elbow. After the boardwalk closes, there are taco trucks right across the street so you can grab a great meal before you head to your room for the night. Awesome stay."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"I paid $507 for what was essentially a standard room with a great view. While the room itself was clean and comfortable, I don't feel it justified the price. The shower had some issues, and aside from the view, there wasn't much that made the room feel like a premium experience. The restaurant was great when I went for dinner, but nothing particularly memorable for breakfast. The service throughout my stay was also just okay, and at times the customer service felt below what I'd expect for a hotel at this price point. The pool looked a little dirty, although the jacuzzi was nice and enjoyable. I loved that it was not chlorine! One of the biggest frustrations during my stay was that I lost my car keys. (Of course, this is my fault and no one else's) But, unfortunately the front desk wasn't very helpful, and I didn't feel like they handled the situation with much urgency or empathy. That said, I do want to give credit where it's due. After my stay, I filled out the guest survey and was contacted by the manager, Dan. He listened to my concerns, treated me with professionalism, and refunded part of my stay. His willingness to make things right significantly improved my overall impression of the hotel. While my initial experience was disappointing, I really appreciated how he handled the situation afterward. He was amazing. Overall, I would consider staying here again, but only if the price were lower than what I paid for this visit. (originally)"

Other attractions near Lighthouse Point Park

A sign for the Surfing Museum at Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

8.0/10 (77 reviews)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Santa Cruz Surfing Museum during your trip to 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 Lighthouse Point Park?

Lighthouse Point Park 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, check out the 86 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Lighthouse Point Park?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Lighthouse Point Park. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz.

How many hotels are there near Lighthouse Point Park?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lighthouse Point Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lighthouse Point Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Lighthouse Point Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lighthouse Point Park?

For more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Lighthouse Point Park, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Lighthouse Point Park?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory feature captivating exhibits. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are must-sees while exploring 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.

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Our top choices for Lighthouse Point Park hotels

1. Mission Inn

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

4. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

5. Pacific Blue Inn

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

7. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8. Seaside Inn & Suites

9. Rio Vista Suites

10. Beachview Inn

11. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

12. Casablanca On The Beach

13. Drift Inn

14. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

15. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

16. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

17. Continental Inn

18. Torch Lite Inn

19. Surf City Inn and Suites

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

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Top Lighthouse Point Park Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Lighthouse Point Park

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

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