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Our top choices for Fern Grotto Beach hotels

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥16,704
￥19,407 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
11 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is ￥15,984
￥18,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
11 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is ￥16,030
￥18,620 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is ￥14,526
￥18,073 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Mission Inn
Lobby

5. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
12.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is ￥13,336
￥15,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
15.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,205 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is ￥16,114
￥18,745 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

7. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"​ We really enjoyed the clean amenities, the comfortable and clean bed, and the coffee service provided both in the room and in the lobby."
United States
Sofia
The price is ￥16,407
￥18,773 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

8. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
10.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,365 reviews)
"Great location, pleasant staff."
United States
Teronya
The price is ￥15,810
￥18,245 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

9. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is ￥30,255
￥34,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Monarch Cove Inn
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is ￥14,659
￥26,719 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,358 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is ￥12,552
￥14,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
14.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Loved the continental breakfast!"
United States
Joshua
The price is ￥15,201
￥17,425 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,303 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is ￥19,968
￥23,069 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

14. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
18.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥28,791
￥44,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seascape Beach Resort
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

15. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,657 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is ￥16,973
￥19,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Marea Sol Hotel
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ￥18,724
￥21,673 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

17. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 5.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,553 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is ￥11,735
￥15,467 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

18. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
12 km from Fern Grotto Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (908 reviews)
"Great stay will be back"
United States
Bridgett
The price is ￥21,181
￥24,430 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is ￥21,236
￥24,492 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

20. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (570 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Right next to the beach. Staff was great and room was great."
United States
Jeff
The price is ￥29,987
￥35,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Capitola Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Fern Grotto Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 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
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
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.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,011 reviews
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Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
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Other attractions near Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.
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Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Pool was warm and breakfast was great. Beautiful walk to the beach and nice evening fire.
United States
Mindy
Reviewed January 7, 2024
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Fern Grotto Beach?

Fern Grotto Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 270 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Fern Grotto 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. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Fern Grotto Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.

How many hotels are there near Fern Grotto Beach?

Expedia has 270 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fern Grotto Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Fern Grotto Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Fern Grotto Beach.

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What can I see and do near Fern Grotto Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, or University Terrace Dog Park.