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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.
A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.
A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Julia
€136
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.
A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Devin
€364
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.
A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Jiexin
€202
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.
A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

4. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Elizabeth
€89
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Edgewater Beach Inn
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

5. 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
Frank
€171
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.
A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.
A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

6. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Judy
€102
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Mission Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

7. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Myla
€133
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Seaway Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.
A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.
A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

8. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Philip
€118
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Grester
€123
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.
A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.
A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

10. 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
Anna
€122
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Nova
€87
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.
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.

12. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Sofia
€120
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
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 reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 0.5 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Tasia
€88
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.
A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.
A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

14. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Sharon
€95
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".
A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Brooke
€136
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Richard
€182
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

17. 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
Jacob
€130
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.
A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Alan
€99
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.
A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

19. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
Molly
€183
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach
United States
jessika
€126
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Property
Property class
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
18 reviews
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A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
9.6
Exceptional
566 reviews
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A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
9.4
Exceptional
1,042 reviews
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A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.
Edgewater Beach Inn
9.4
Exceptional
58 reviews
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A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
9.2
Wonderful
1,355 reviews
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Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"
Chris 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Marea Sol Hotel
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great hotel ! Great service , and great location !"
Nicole 1-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Clean and the beds were comfortable. It was a little noisy"
Mojtaba 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
cindy 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent
"The staff was so nice and helpful definitely customer friendly!"
Jose 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Carousel Beach Inn
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"It would be nice if the rooms had a screen door for the balcony so we can leave it open all night"
Claudia 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"10 min walk to the boardwalk or to the downtown area. Clean rooms friendly staff"
Brian 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is highly recommended."
Richard 3-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
Myla 3-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seaway Inn

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 beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)
Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling 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 cycling trails.
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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)
You can spend an afternoon browsing 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 cycling 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 cycling 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, take a look at the 166 hotels and other accommodation options 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 traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Other good choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?
Expedia has 166 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.
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. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park 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.