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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is €253
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Bella Notte

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"We loved our stay there. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent."
United States
Sofia
The price is €194
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,604 reviews)
"We loved being across the street from the beach and walking distance to the boardwalk. The location was perfect and the hotel was nice. The staff was very kind and helpful. Would totally come back!"
United States
Azra
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Marea Sol Hotel

4. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (613 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is €249
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

5. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (425 reviews)
"Absolutely Love This Place! Stay here every time I am in town and recommend it to everyone I know. This is a family friendly place to stay where you can still have family dinners while on vacation. Amazing Owners who remember you and warmly welcome you on your return ❤️"
United States
Brittany
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hitching Post Studios Inn

6. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Cute place. Very clean and quiet."
United States
Kelly
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Rio Vista Suites

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,150 reviews)
"Close to the beach and Boardwalk."
United States
Doug
The price is €203
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is €104
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

9. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (119 reviews)
"Clean and quiet and inexpensive"
United States
Les
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Drift Inn

10. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (917 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
United States
Ismael
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

11. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach"
United States
Fiona
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Torch Lite Inn

12. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean rooms, pool excellent , friendly, and near boardwalks,"
United States
Tatiana
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

13. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn

14. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
6.6 out of 10, (618 reviews)
"Staff was so nice and this was a perfect hotel close to the Boardwalk. We'll be back!"
United States
Eli
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Capri Motel

15. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
3.6 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (749 reviews)
"Totally recommend. Super fun place. Stayed in railroad baron and we were very happy."
United States
Brian
The price is €338
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
Inn at Depot Hill

16. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (253 reviews)
"Convenient and clean - rooms were large, and beds were comfortable."
United States
Cristina
The price is €218
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Seaway Inn

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.5 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,353 reviews)
"Really great hotel."
United States
Gaelle
The price is €215
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
19.7 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice hotel near beach but away from crowds!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

19. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
3.3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
"It was a very nice little located spot if you want to be right on the Esplanade of Capitola near the beach and decent restaurants."
United States
Trina
The price is €311
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Capitola Hotel

20. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
3.7 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"very helpful and friendly staff, clean room, and good location"
United States
Clarisse
The price is €155
includes taxes & fees
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Family Studio
Bella Notte
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,604 reviews
View
Exterior
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
613 reviews
View
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
425 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Maria's Beach?
Santa Maria's 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 183 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Maria's Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good choice is Bella Notte, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Expedia has 183 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Maria's Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Santa Maria's Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Maria's Beach?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Capitola Historical Museum and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.