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Our top choices for Moran Lake Beach hotels

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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
1.9 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,014 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
John
The price is €201
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Michael
The price is €201
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (606 reviews)
"This property is very quiet and relaxing."
United States
Lynda
The price is €294
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
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Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (534 reviews)
"Amazing staff"
United States
Thanh
The price is €318
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Capitola Hotel
Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (854 reviews)
"It was a beautiful area to stay at, and the room is very spacious super close to the beach me and my family really liked it"
United States
Richard
The price is €293
includes taxes & fees
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
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Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Moran Lake Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is €197
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Bella Notte
Library

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
3.3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (742 reviews)
"We loved this place!"
United States
ron santa
The price is €332
includes taxes & fees
18 Jun - 19 Jun
Inn at Depot Hill
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (328 reviews)
"Fabulous views, service and food!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is €395
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (225 reviews)
"Very beautiful and great price for our room I would stay there again!"
United States
Eugene
The price is €261
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Seaway Inn
Restaurant

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,022 reviews)
"Great trip with my wife for our anniversary."
United States
James
The price is €388
includes taxes & fees
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,322 reviews)
"Great location (steps away from the beach), decent breakfast, and friendly staff."
Canada
Alexia
The price is €246
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,012 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is €314
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,582 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
2 Jul - 3 Jul
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,013 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
The price is €211
includes taxes & fees
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.6 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"very helpful and friendly staff, clean room, and good location"
United States
Clarisse
The price is €171
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 4.3 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (926 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Pacific Blue Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (392 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.4 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,275 reviews)
"I love the Hotel Paradox, great amenities, excellent customer service. My favorite hotel for my travels to Santa Cruz"
United States
Kathy
The price is €231
includes taxes & fees
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Moran Lake Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is €154
includes taxes & fees
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Mission Inn
Superior King + Beach View

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff, clean/beautiful room, loved the view. Happy hour and breakfast a big plus"
United States
Olivia
The price is €254
includes taxes & fees
15 Jun - 16 Jun
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Moran Lake Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,014 reviews
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Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,011 reviews
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Exterior
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
606 reviews
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Exterior
Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
534 reviews
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Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
854 reviews
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Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"The room was clean and beds were comfy. The hotel is in a great location and the views from the balcony were great. I also liked that the coffee bar opened at 6:30am. The bathroom was clean but could use a little upgrade."
Janet 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hotels near other Moran Lake Beach attractions

Pleasure Point Park

4.1/5 (37 reviews)
Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Moran Lake Beach?
Moran Lake Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 128 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Moran Lake 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. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Moran Lake Beach. Other good options within a few miles include Chaminade Resort & Spa and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels are there close to Moran Lake Beach?
Expedia has 128 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Moran Lake Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Moran Lake Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Moran Lake Beach.
What can I see and do near Moran Lake Beach?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Capitola Historical Museum or Lighthouse Point Park. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.