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Top Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Our top choices for Santa Cruz beach hotels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (539)
"Excellent stay cannot wait to go back"
The price is ￥33,803
￥38,472 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beachview Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Clean and very friendly staff"
The price is ￥12,399
￥15,843 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Beachview Inn
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1105)
"Clean property, friendly staff, great location."
The price is ￥18,667
￥21,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Marea Sol Hotel
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (98)
"Very nice hotel and close to the pier. "
The price is ￥24,444
￥28,867 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Seaway Inn
Casablanca On The Beach
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1168)
"Great beach location and spacious rooms! "
The price is ￥32,794
￥42,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Casablanca On The Beach
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1130)
"Great place for our family."
The price is ￥13,133
￥17,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Mission Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1010)
"Nice place"
The price is ￥15,122
￥18,610 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Mission Inn
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"My daughter and I enjoyed our stay!"
The price is ￥25,507
￥29,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1013)
"Great service and convenient location. "
The price is ￥10,889
￥14,459 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Had a great time. Great location!"
The price is ￥39,066
￥44,443 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 4 - Sep 5
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"We like this place, we always stay here. It’s close to the ocean and the rooms are clean. And they are very accommodating to your needs. "
Aarita 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is a top beachfront resort offering a full-service spa and free WiFi, located within a short 3-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Casablanca On The Beach and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you're excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area's surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Pacific Avenue.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. If you'd like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.