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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

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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)
"Great location Clean and maintained Quiet Great breakfast"
United States
Jennifer
The price is €142
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Garden

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, (382 reviews)
"Good clean and secure"
United States
Delia
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

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, (1,000 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Rio Vista Suites
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is €177
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Bella Notte
Exterior

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, (954 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is €76
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Super close to the boardwalk, we only had to cross a parking lot to get there. The room was clean, the staff was nice. Exceptionally convenient location."
United States
Peter
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Aqua Breeze Inn
Free daily continental breakfast

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff great location "
United States
Ralph
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

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)
"Always stay here Has a pool Walk to the Boardwalk Upstairs patio Not far from shop food gas And always clean!"
United States
Maria
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
The price is €150
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Ocean Gate Inn
Reception

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, (600 reviews)
"Everything was great, friendly staff"
United States
Tanya
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Capri Motel
Suite

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean and cute rooms, kind staff, warm pool and hot tub, perfect location!"
United States
Hailey
The price is €226
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (923 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Pacific Blue Inn
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,224 reviews)
"Great and just across from the beach"
United States
Kevin
The price is €185
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Casablanca On The Beach
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 3.7 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,402 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and rooms were clean and conveniently located."
United States
Bob
The price is €132
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,266 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is €166
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
One Queen Bed

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is €93
includes taxes & fees
31 May - 1 Jun
Beachview Inn
Property grounds

Continental Inn

Continental Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"it was clean and close to the boardwalk"
United States
Sheliece
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Continental Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,058 reviews)
"Check in was effortless and customer service was excellent!"
United States
Robert G
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Surf City Inn and Suites
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, 4.3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,205 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is €138
includes taxes & fees
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
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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
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
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Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
382 reviews
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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen
Bella Notte
4.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1 review
View
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
8.2
Very good
954 reviews
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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

10/10 Excellent
"This place is just wonderful. The hosts are amazing and lovely and took good care of us. The house is beautifully decorated and you just feel like home. It is located 5 minutes from the beach and I would come back any time."
Hannah D. 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
SUNNY WARM SPRING DAYS @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

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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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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 179 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 breakfast and free parking. Other good choices within a few miles include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Expedia has 179 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.