The Best Hotels Closest to The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park in for 2026

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

1. Monarch Cove Inn

6.4 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Cheryl

￥25,929

￥29,567 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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 roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

2. Carousel Beach Inn

11.9 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

daphanie

￥11,769

￥13,962 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

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

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

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

3. Inn at Depot Hill

6.7 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Jeff

￥35,808

￥49,724 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

6.4 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Loretta

￥17,521

￥20,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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

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.

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

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12.4 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Bethany

￥22,211

￥25,591 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

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

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Lee

￥19,699

￥22,772 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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

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

7. Mission Inn

14.3 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Terry

￥14,721

￥18,307 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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

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.

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

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

7.9 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Nathan

￥23,769

￥27,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

9. Seaside Inn & Suites

11.4 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Sean

￥8,104

￥12,129 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 3 - Sep 4

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

10. Marea Sol Hotel

12.2 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Danielle

￥18,552

￥21,486 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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 bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

11. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11.5 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Dori

￥21,572

￥24,873 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

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 hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

9.8 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Michelle Renee

￥12,296

￥14,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a sign reading "FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON".

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a TV screen.

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

13. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

10 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Delores F

￥19,494

￥22,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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 row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

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

14. Beachview Inn

12.5 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Jess

￥10,225

￥13,521 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

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

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

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

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

15. Bella Notte

10.1 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Andrea

￥18,376

￥30,967 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

16. Inn At Pasatiempo

10.6 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Paul

￥17,521

￥20,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 7 - Sep 8

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

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

17. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

14.5 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Monika

￥20,178

￥23,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

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

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

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

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12.5 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Ramiro

￥14,237

￥18,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

A modern reception area with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, red and yellow seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern reception area with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving with decorative items, a sofa, and a desk with a lamp.

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

27.2 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Kristin

￥21,190

￥23,838 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

A modern hotel with a curved exterior, a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

11.3 km from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Steve

￥17,249

￥20,023 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

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Compare popular hotels close to The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Monarch Cove Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.0 Wonderful 62 reviews	View
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 761 reviews	View
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea	8.8 Excellent 1,009 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,344 reviews	View

Top The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park Hotel Reviews

Monarch Cove Inn

10/10 Excellent

"We very much enjoyed staying at this Inn. The grounds are beautiful!"

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"We had the Garden facing room which was wonderful. Great to sit on the patio and look at the greens cape. The room was quiet and comfortable."

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10/10 Excellent

"The beds didn’t give me a backache. The staff was very polite. Plenty of parking."

Creekside Cabin is great for families & couples-Come enjoy Santa Cruz Mountains!

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute cabin, clean and easy to access. Definitely recommend if visiting the area."

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"This review is based on the fact it's basic hotel with a fantastic beach location for people who like quiet sleepy beach location. This is not where the exciting stuff is. I had a balcony with a sea view down the street. Nice bright, clean, pool, hot tub clean, facility is quiet. However you will get street noise if you have a balcony sea view but not if you are in other rooms. I didn't mind it as I also got the nice afternoon light. The traffic dies down around 10 pm.The rooms do have thin walls, I could hear the guests in the next room. It It was all quiet guests when I was here. No coffee maker or coffee in lobby"

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful vacation in a nice area! No complaints from me!"

Oceanview Bungalow With Hot Tub - Walk To Beach - Pet Friendly

8/10 Good

"My family and I had a comfortable stay in this house, which was conveniently located near the beach. However, the narrow streets in the neighborhood made it challenging to maneuver a large vehicle. Despite this, the house met all the advertised features, and we had a pleasant experience."

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

10/10 Excellent

"This is a cool location where you feel like you've really gotten away from the hustle and bustle of city life. The place is clean and comfortable. The patio offered a nice space to sit and enjoy the views with lots of trees, flowers and birds!Communication with the host was easy."

Other attractions near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

A beach with tall grasses in the foreground and a calm sea in the background.

New Brighton State Beach

8.8/10 (47 reviews)

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

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A couple walking on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.

Potbelly Beach

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.

Seacliff State Beach

9.0/10 (201 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

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Soquel Vineyards

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Soquel Vineyards during your travels to Soquel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Aptos History Museum

7.0/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Aptos History Museum during your travels in Aptos. You can seek out the biking trails and surfing spots in this walkable area.

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Poetic Cellars Winery

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Poetic Cellars Winery during your travels to Soquel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

6.0/10 (3 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sante Adairius Rustic Ales during your travels to Capitola. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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Nicholson Vineyards

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Nicholson Vineyards during your travels to Day Valley. You can seek out the biking trails and surfing spots in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park?

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park is located in an area that travelers like for its beaches. You'll find 297 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park?

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 3.1 mi (5 km) from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. Other good options within 5 miles include Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea and Chaminade Resort & Spa.

How many hotels can I expect to find near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park?

Expedia has 297 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park?

To access more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Capitola Historical Museum and Aptos History Museum. New Brighton State Beach, Seacliff State Beach, and Rio Del Mar Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Enjoy nature at Capitola Beach, Potbelly Beach, or Esplanade Park Beach.

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Our top choices for The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park hotels

1. Monarch Cove Inn

2. Carousel Beach Inn

3. Inn at Depot Hill

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. Mission Inn

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

9. Seaside Inn & Suites

10. Marea Sol Hotel

11. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

13. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

14. Beachview Inn

15. Bella Notte

16. Inn At Pasatiempo

17. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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Top The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park Hotel Reviews

Monarch Cove Inn

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Creekside Cabin is great for families & couples-Come enjoy Santa Cruz Mountains!

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

Oceanview Bungalow With Hot Tub - Walk To Beach - Pet Friendly

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

Other attractions near The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

New Brighton State Beach

Potbelly Beach

Seacliff State Beach

Soquel Vineyards

Aptos History Museum

Poetic Cellars Winery

Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

Nicholson Vineyards

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