The Best Hotels Closest to Natural Bridges State Park in Santa Cruz for 2026

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

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

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

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

1. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Myla

￥18,648

￥21,587 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

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

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Ingrid

￥15,564

￥18,127 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

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

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Judy

￥14,498

￥18,038 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Anna

￥18,688

￥21,631 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

5. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Tasia

￥11,711

￥15,578 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

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

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Molly

￥28,315

￥32,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

7. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Aleksandr

￥10,676

￥14,006 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

A kitchen with a tiled backsplash, wooden cabinets, and various kitchen appliances.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A garden with various flowers and a pergola.

8. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Margot

￥14,928

￥19,156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

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

A multi-story hotel with a flat facade, multiple balconies, and a sign indicating it is part of the Howard Johnson network.

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Trinity

￥17,343

￥19,946 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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

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

10. Inn at Depot Hill

9.9 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Joseph

￥36,878

￥50,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

11. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Marlene

￥13,552

￥15,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park

William

￥20,032

￥23,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

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

13. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 5.9 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Julia

￥13,247

￥25,118 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

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

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

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

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

14. Monarch Cove Inn

10.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Matthew

￥30,196

￥34,342 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

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.

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

15. Seascape Beach Resort

16 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Carrie

￥27,788

￥43,828 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

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.

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

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

8.5 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Michael

￥16,731

￥19,403 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

17. Capitola Hotel

9.6 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Jeff

￥30,961

￥36,226 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.

A spacious cafe with wooden ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a mural of musicians.

A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.

18. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park

John

￥16,731

￥19,435 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

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

19. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9.8 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Gail

￥15,165

￥17,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

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 hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park

Frank

￥18,822

￥21,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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￥18,648 ￥21,587 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27	￥15,564 ￥18,127 total includes taxes & fees Nov 12 - Nov 13	￥14,498 ￥18,038 total includes taxes & fees Oct 26 - Oct 27	￥18,688 ￥21,631 total includes taxes & fees Oct 29 - Oct 30	￥11,711 ￥15,578 total includes taxes & fees Nov 15 - Nov 16

Top Natural Bridges State Park Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"It was a very chill and"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Such a wonderful surprise! Wish we could have stayed longer."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! I’ll be back"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

8/10 Good

"Pro's: amazing view of the bay/ocean, very clean and well taken care of. Con's: nterior was smaller than portrayed in photos, but that's standard I am sure in the BnB industry. Due to busy intersection, a lot of traffic and some noise.All in all, would get this place again"

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Very Clean room, helpful staff. Many shops near by and a 15 minute walk to the boardwalk ."

West Cliff Getaway

8/10 Good

"This was a clean and well-stocked house in a wonderful location just off West Cliff Drive. Short walk to Natural Bridges Beach."

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."

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Park

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 biking trails.

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A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.

Natural Bridges State Beach

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

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory during your travels in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking 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 biking 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 trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking 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 biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Natural Bridges State Park?

Natural Bridges State Park 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, check out the 25 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Natural Bridges State Park?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Natural Bridges State Park. Another good choice is Mission Inn, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.

How many hotels will I find close to Natural Bridges State Park?

Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Natural Bridges State Park.

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

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Natural Bridges State Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Natural Bridges State Park?

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

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.

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Our top choices for Natural Bridges State Park hotels

1. Seaway Inn

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

3. Mission Inn

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

5. Ocean Pacific Lodge

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

7. Beachview Inn

8. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

9. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. Inn at Depot Hill

11. Edgewater Beach Inn

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

13. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

14. Monarch Cove Inn

15. Seascape Beach Resort

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

17. Capitola Hotel

18. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

19. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Compare top hotels near Natural Bridges State Park

Seaway Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Mission Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Top Natural Bridges State Park Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Casablanca On The Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Seaside Inn & Suites

West Cliff Getaway

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

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Park

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Natural Bridges State Beach

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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