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Our top choices for Natural Bridges State Park 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 Park
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 modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

2. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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, 1.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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 hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

4. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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, 0.9 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

7. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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 hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

8. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"The receptionist was so nice good service and good hotel"
United States
Dramane
The price is €74
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Beachview Inn
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

9. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,006 reviews)
"Great location, good for the price basic, a bit modest but perfect for beach and boardwalk accessibility"
United States
Margot
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

10. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Natural Bridges State Park
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"great ocean view"
United States
Nicholas
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 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.

11. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 5.9 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

12. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

13. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
9.9 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

15. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

16. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
10.4 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

17. 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 Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 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.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Natural Bridges State Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 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.

19. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.7 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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.

20. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.8 km from Natural Bridges State Park
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
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Compare popular hotels close to Natural Bridges State Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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
9.4
Exceptional
1,041 reviews
View
A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
321 reviews
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
9.0
Wonderful
722 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,010 reviews
View
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
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Top Natural Bridges State Park Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Natural Bridges State Park

A coastal landscape with a large rock formation featuring a natural arch over the ocean, surrounded by beachgoers and pine trees.
Photo by William Zain
Open Photo by William Zain

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve 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 Park?
Natural Bridges State Park 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 25 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Natural Bridges State Park?
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 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Natural Bridges State Park. Another good choice is Mission Inn, located just 0.9 mi (1.4 km) away.
How many hotels are there close to Natural Bridges State Park?
Expedia has 25 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Natural Bridges State Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Natural Bridges State Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the top deals on offer near Natural Bridges State Park.
What can I see and do near Natural Bridges State Park?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature captivating exhibits. Explore landmarks like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.