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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Julia
￥14,813
￥26,861 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
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 pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
William
￥21,354
￥24,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
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.
A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Nathan
￥18,131
￥20,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Nova
￥13,101
￥15,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

5. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Sherlyn
￥17,325
￥20,101 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Marea Sol Hotel
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Donald
￥23,418
￥26,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Leslie
￥20,011
￥23,115 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

8. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Luis
￥12,656
￥14,641 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.
A corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.
A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.
A row of terracotta buildings with balconies, each with a small staircase leading to the entrance.

9. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Elyse
￥27,729
￥31,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.
A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.
A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

10. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Shawna
￥16,168
￥21,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Rio Vista Suites
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.
A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.
A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

11. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Curtis
￥9,455
￥11,055 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Room
Room
Front of property
Reception

12. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Julio
￥12,940
￥14,959 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Salt Air Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A reception area with a wooden counter, framed artwork, a clock, and a map on the wall.
A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.
A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings.

13. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Aaron
￥14,062
￥16,215 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Aqua Breeze Inn
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.
A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.
A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.
A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

14. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
John
￥11,092
￥12,422 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Drift Inn
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.
A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

15. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Herman
￥9,515
￥13,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.
A room with two teal chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a potted plant on a wooden side table.

16. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Holly
￥12,356
￥14,360 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Torch Lite Inn
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.
A Comfort Inn hotel with a large sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, an ATM, and a digital screen displaying a welcome message.
A compact hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a kitchenette, and a dining area.

17. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Jen
￥15,168
￥17,652 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a window with a view of the street, and a bench by the window.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a trash bin, and a large window with a view.
A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and balconies with potted plants.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
jennifer
￥12,087
￥14,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
A view from a balcony with a metal railing overlooking a road with a water body and distant buildings.
A sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.
A multi-story building with balconies, solar panels, and a sign for the Ocean Gate Inn.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

19. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Lori
￥14,571
￥16,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Ocean Gate Inn
A reception area with a framed floral artwork, a bulletin board with various advertisements, a potted orchid, and a sign thanking guests.
A motel with a sign reading "Capri Motel," a parking lot, and a covered walkway with railings.
A motel with a balcony on the second floor, located at a street corner with a clear sky.
A motel with a sign reading "Capri Motel" and a parking lot with light trails from moving vehicles.

20. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
United States
Karim
￥9,480
￥11,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Capri Motel
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
9.8
Exceptional
17 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
Carousel Beach Inn
9.0
Wonderful
148 reviews
View
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
Marea Sol Hotel
9.0
Wonderful
1,632 reviews
View

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Maria's Beach?
Santa Maria's Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 175 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Maria's Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good choice is Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Expedia has 175 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Maria's Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Santa Maria's Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Santa Maria's Beach?
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What can I see and do near Santa Maria's Beach?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.