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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

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, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (101 reviews)
"Great amenities, very comfortable beds, and beautiful property!"
United States
Jessica
The price is €305
includes taxes & fees
17 Feb - 18 Feb
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Suite

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful room, kind staff, and a gorgeous beach view."
United States
Alyssa
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,257 reviews)
"Roomy with a solid breakfast and really close to the water. "
United States
Zachary
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (157 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is €136
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Seaway Inn
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (943 reviews)
"Room was really nice and the location is perfect"
United States
Athena
Seaside Inn & Suites
Outdoor spa tub

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,298 reviews)
"Great place to stay everytime!!"
United States
Sandra
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,081 reviews)
"Great property, great location, great staff"
Australia
Christopher
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The hotel was perfect, very cute and clean, super nice staff and great location. Will stay here again."
United States
sophie
The price is €86
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb
Mission Inn
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (70 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Drift Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,208 reviews)
"Excellent hotel"
United States
Malcolm
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The staff members are wonderful. It is an affordable, pleasant place to stay with our dog when we visit relatives in Santa Cruz during Jan or Feb."
United States
Melissa
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Aqua Breeze Inn
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (633 reviews)
"Easy to book last minute, comfy and spacious room and pet friendly. The continental breakfast was great."
United States
Alexandra
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (861 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
9 Feb - 10 Feb
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Two Double Beds

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"staff was sooo nice, rooms were clean and the location was excellent."
United States
Maria
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
18 Feb - 19 Feb
Beachview Inn
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,200 reviews)
"Room was spacious and comfortable. Location made it easy to get to and from amazing sites, and breakfast fueled our day! Definitely would stay again! "
United States
Nicole
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
22 Feb - 23 Feb
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great room Great staff"
United States
James
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Signature Room

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Friendly and fast check in, room was clean. "
United States
Hector
The price is €70
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Torch Lite Inn
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,181 reviews)
"It was clean and front desk person was awesome. "
United States
Jesus
The price is €122
includes taxes & fees
8 Feb - 9 Feb
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (323 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,011 reviews)
"Nice clean room close the beach."
United States
Thomas
The price is €60
includes taxes & fees
16 Feb - 17 Feb
Surf City Inn and Suites
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
101 reviews
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Suite
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,257 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
157 reviews
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Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
943 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was courteous and the room was clean and neat. Had a great view of the ocean from my room. Walking distance to a lot of good restaurants and the beach is just across the street. "
Jackson 2-night trip
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Casablanca On The Beach

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)
Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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Main Beach

4.4/5 (801 reviews)
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Main Beach during your travels 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 Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Santa Cruz Main 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 179 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Cruz Main Beach, 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. Other good options within a short distance include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 179 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Santa Cruz Main Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and 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. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.