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Our top choices for Natural Bridges State Beach hotels

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

1. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

2. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Seaway Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (722 reviews)
"We stayed here for one night, the staff that we interacted with was very nice and helpful. Breakfast was delicious and hot. Room was spacious and clean, the only thing I would complain about is the shower. The shower was a bit dirty and stained, especially the shower floor and other areas within the shower."
United States
Adrian
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Mission Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

6. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is €159
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

7. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"great ocean view"
United States
Nicholas
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

8. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is €156
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

9. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (583 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is €296
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

10. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
9.9 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (770 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and great location! Staff was super nice …"
United States
Joseph
The price is €302
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Inn at Depot Hill
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
8.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is €114
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

12. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.3 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Very convenient to the boardwalk and downtown."
United States
Marlene
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Edgewater Beach Inn
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

13. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
10.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is €195
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Monarch Cove Inn
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"As always a great stay."
United States
Michael
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.3 km from Natural Bridges State 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 €123
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

16. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
10 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (528 reviews)
"Peaceful and wonderful stay. I have no idea about this place and I am so happy that we came here for my daughter’s birthday. She loved it and it is only 20 minutes from Santa Cruz. Definitely recommend."
United States
Shireen
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Fern River Resort
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

17. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.9 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (192 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
Terrace/patio

18. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

19. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,651 reviews)
"I was very pleased with my stay it was very clean and it’s at a great location"
United States
Sherlyn
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

20. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (959 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is €95
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
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Compare top hotels near Natural Bridges State Beach

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

4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
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A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
View
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
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A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
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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
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Natural Bridges State Beach
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Exceptional
1,041 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
321 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
722 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,010 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
The price is €229
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The price is €130
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is €103
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is €118
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
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Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Beach

A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.
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Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)
You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to 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 Natural Bridges State Beach?
Natural Bridges State Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Natural Bridges State Beach?
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Natural Bridges State Beach. Another good choice is Mission Inn, located just 1 mi (1.6 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Natural Bridges State Beach?
Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Natural Bridges State Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Natural Bridges State Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Natural Bridges State Beach.
What can I see and do near Natural Bridges State 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 monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Natural Bridges State Beach. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.