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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Moran Lake Beach

Julia

€157

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

1.9 km from Moran Lake Beach

William

€113

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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

2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Michael

€110

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

4. Capitola Hotel

3 km from Moran Lake Beach

Jeff

€197

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

5. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Brenda Lynn

€156

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

A corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.

A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking the sea.

6. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

2.8 km from Moran Lake Beach

Elyse

€174

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

7. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Moran Lake Beach

Devin

€374

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

8. Inn at Depot Hill

3.3 km from Moran Lake Beach

Joseph

€301

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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 sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

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 modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

9. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Jiexin

€201

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and coffee machines.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

19 km from Moran Lake Beach

Jig

€107

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

A reception desk with two computer stations, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall-mounted sign indicating the hotel name.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A mini-fridge stocked with beverages and a freezer with frozen desserts.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

18.1 km from Moran Lake Beach

Julie

€125

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, office chair, and a large abstract painting.

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

12. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

19.8 km from Moran Lake Beach

Syria

€109

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

9 km from Moran Lake Beach

Carrie

€247

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

14. Monarch Cove Inn

3.7 km from Moran Lake Beach

Anh Vu

€194

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

A lobby with a mural of a forest scene, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a garden with rocks and plants.

A spacious bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a long counter, and hanging pendant lights.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6.5 km from Moran Lake Beach

John

€110

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

3.6 km from Moran Lake Beach

Gail

€93

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

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 hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Frank

€123

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

18. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moran Lake Beach

Myla

€125

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Moran Lake Beach

Grester

€118

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

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.

20. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Moran Lake Beach

Deina

€87

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Moran Lake Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Capitola Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 568 reviews	View
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages	8.8 Excellent 641 reviews	View

Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Premier Surf Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely spot t"

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Communication is great, Everything went smoothly."

Sea4ever Beachhouse - Oceanfront - Newly Remodeled

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful modern house in a beautiful location"

Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views!

8/10 Good

"There is no direct beach access out the back door (the listing photo is misleading). The beach is accessible by walking along a narrow street shoulder about 5 houses down. The view of the ocean is great. We saw dolphins and seals out the back window. This time of year, October, the waves crash and occasionally spray the back deck. It’s a nice location for walking to Pleasure Point."

THE quintessential SC beach house. - a 5 star stay!

10/10 Excellent

"Great Location. Andy was very responsive. Anything needed was there. For example, coffee maker had filters, bean grinder, splenda, suger and cups. Bikes. Towels. Nicely stocked. Couch was stained and dusty. I would go back."

Pleasure Point Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"This was a wonderful property, just right for our family of four. Walkable to beautiful views at Pleasure Point and near to many great restaurants and shops. Easy short drive to Boardwalk, too. Thank you for great stay!"

Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS

10/10 Excellent

"Our family loved this home (with one of my children remarking this was by far our best rental), it was spotless and well appointed with just about everything one could want from bikes and boards to ample towels for beach! The kitchen was well stocked with pots/pan, etc. for cooking a meal. I can't think of anything missing from this home. Steve was awesome, responded quickly and was thorough in his communication and provided stellar suggestions of where to eat, what to see, etc. The backyard hot tub was an added bonus after surfing and swimming (we rinsed first with a convenient outdoor shower). We fit in a nearby hike at Nisene Marks State Park and on our last day, Sunday, there was a wonderful farmer's market!And the location couldn't be beat!!! We walked the two or three blocks to ocean with our morning coffee to watch our sons surf, rode bikes around to explore other beaches and just wish we had more time here!!! I highly recommend! Would love to return!"

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great trip! The house is as advertised. Perfect location and you can’t beat the view. There was plenty of towels (beach and bath), kitchen is very well stocked, and comfortable for a family of 5 with some visitors in and out. Would definitely book again."

Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.

10/10 Excellent

"Sita and Tom were so gracious and welcoming. We enjoyed the deep jacuzzi so much, my husband wants to buy one just like it. Location was amazing with just a short one block down to the surfing beach. Very cute place and peaceful stay.Lisa"

Other attractions near Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (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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Santa Maria's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Maria's Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Sunny Cove Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Cove Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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38th Avenue Beach Access

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 38th Avenue Beach Access during your trip to Santa Cruz?

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The Hook

10.0/10 (1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, The Hook might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Cruz.

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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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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 122 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. Another good option is Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Moran Lake Beach?

Expedia has 122 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, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse 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.

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Our top choices for Moran Lake Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

4. Capitola Hotel

5. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

6. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

7. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

12. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

13. Seascape Beach Resort

14. Monarch Cove Inn

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Seaway Inn

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

20. Carousel Beach Inn

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Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Premier Surf Beach

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Sea4ever Beachhouse - Oceanfront - Newly Remodeled

Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views!

THE quintessential SC beach house. - a 5 star stay!

Pleasure Point Cottage

Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!

Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.

Other attractions near Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Santa Maria's Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

The Hook

Lincoln Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Harbor Beach

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