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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Harbor 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 dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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, 1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 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.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

3. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.
A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

4. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
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.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Frank
€171
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.
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.

6. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Myla
€133
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Grester
€123
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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 roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
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.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

10. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Downtown, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.
A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.
A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.
A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

12. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 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.
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

13. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.
A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.
A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

14. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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.

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.
A room with a bay window, two armchairs, a round rug, and a small table with a lamp.
A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

16. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
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 modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
jessika
€126
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

18. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
vincent
€83
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

19. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Johnnie
€126
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.
A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.
A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

20. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.6 km from Santa Cruz Harbor
United States
Shawna
€126
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Rio Vista Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Harbor

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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Hotels recommended for families near Santa Cruz Harbor

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.
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.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
€171
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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 row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz
€364
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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 dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
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.

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Eastside Santa Cruz
€136
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
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 hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.
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.

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
€120
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear 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.
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz
€182
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
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 hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.
A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
€202
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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 roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
€87
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Carousel Beach Inn
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.
A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.
A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.
A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
€126
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach

Top Santa Cruz Harbor 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
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

10/10 Excellent
"A street address sent prior to the day of the stay would have avoided phone calls while trying to find the place. But Scott was very helpful talking us through how to get there."
Anonymous traveller 1-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
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
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
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Me and my family decided to have a last minute beach visit we had no idea we were going to want to stay the night and once we figured we would I called everywhere (it was 7pm) and only this hotel answered there was always someone to help at the desk and it was fast and easy to book and it was a great price and me and my family would definitely recommend my only complaint would be you can hear the trash people early in the morning but everything else was just what we wanted"
destiny 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seaside Inn & Suites

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Harbor

A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Dawn Madden

Seabright Beach

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

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during your trip to Lower Seabright. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
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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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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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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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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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Harbor?
Santa Cruz Harbor 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 182 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Santa Cruz Harbor?
Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. It's located just a short 1 mi (1.6 km) from Santa Cruz Harbor. Other good options close by include Carousel Beach Inn and Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Harbor?
Expedia has 182 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Harbor.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Harbor, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals available near Santa Cruz Harbor.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Harbor?
Study the collections 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 landmarks that you won't want to miss. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.