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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Andrea
¥18,538
¥31,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Bella Notte

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Marci
¥31,575
¥36,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Bethany
¥27,794
¥31,852 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Jerry
¥20,645
¥24,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Mission Inn

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Natalya
¥22,886
¥26,346 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

6. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Clarissa
¥21,365
¥24,639 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Marea Sol Hotel

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Monika
¥23,385
¥26,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.5 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Lawrence
¥14,209
¥18,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge

9. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Nicole
¥18,977
¥22,469 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Pacific Blue Inn

10. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Brenda
¥26,950
¥30,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Kristina
¥20,731
¥23,929 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

12. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Jason
¥30,226
¥34,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Cecelia
¥17,716
¥20,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

14. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Melanie
¥15,350
¥17,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hitching Post Studios Inn

15. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Charlene
¥15,714
¥22,497 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Rio Vista Suites

16. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Vanessa
¥12,118
¥14,991 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

17. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Lower Ocean, 1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Gordon
¥12,260
¥14,201 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

18. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Jay
¥11,223
¥14,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Beachview Inn

19. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Tracy
¥12,586
¥14,463 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
National 9 Santa Cruz

20. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Sean
¥9,606
¥13,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Seaside Inn & Suites
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Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes
Bella Notte
9.8
Exceptional
7 reviews
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Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,358 reviews
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Mission Inn
9.0
Wonderful
1,017 reviews
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
9.0
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1,003 reviews
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Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and rooms were very nice. Staff was excellent, we will be back!"
Mina 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Seaway Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Love the old California style. We had a very enjoyable stay, The hotel is positioned nicely near the beach and boardwalk, the property is well cared for and managed. The only down side was the extraordinarily high price (twice that of a more fancy hotel) for accomodations during the summer season."
Elizabeth 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel, older but clean & a great view of the beach. The staff was excellent! So helpful & great."
Elyse 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Walking distance from Boardwalk was very convenient. The room and bed were huge, it had all the amenities necessary. The bad thing (for me as a short person)😏 too many stairs. At night not enough parking spaces.🙄 Also the vending machines need to get fixed or have more options. Overall I would recommend 👌The cleaning ladies were very nice.😀"
Rosa 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and property"
May 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean. The staff was extremely helpful and nice. My husband is an amputee and I forgot to request a downstairs room when I booked and they were kind enough to accommodate us at check in. Definitely will stay there again."
Debbie 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"The staff is very friendly. However, the Air inside the room is not well circulated when the door is closed. The room is tidy but not super clean in some areas. Air conditioning is working but a little bit noise and the fan is not very clean. Can hear noise from neighboring rooms and cars outside. Overall, with a price, I think it is still worth it."
Xiaoxin 2-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location and price."
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Beachview Inn
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"I loved this hotel, it was close to the boardwalk and the wharf, prime location. The staff were great and very friendly, and the actual look of the hotel was beautiful, so many stunning details to this hotel. The only downside was that we only stayed one night. I will definitely be back to enjoy the hotel for longer next time."
Elizabeth 1-night trip
Posted 23 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Other attractions near Cowell's Beach

A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)
After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the thrills at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and find out why people love this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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A blue door with a metal latch and lock.

Lighthouse Point Park

10.0/10 (1 review)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Lighthouse Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main 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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Neary Lagoon Park

Explore the great outdoors at Neary Lagoon Park, a lovely green space in 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 Cowell's Beach?
Cowell's Beach 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 164 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Cowell's Beach?
Adjacent to Cowell's Beach, 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. Other good choices within a short distance include Marea Sol Hotel and Ocean Pacific Lodge.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Cowell's Beach?
Expedia has 164 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cowell's Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Cowell's Beach?
To find more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Cowell's Beach, click here.
What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Williams-Reynolds House are some of the notable landmarks to see in 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.