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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Julia

€136

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

William

€139

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

3. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Michael

€118

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

4. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Nova

€87

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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 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.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

5. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Sofia

€120

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Richard

€182

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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 multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

jessika

€126

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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 entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

8. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach

vincent

€83

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking the sea.

A corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.

9. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Elyse

€210

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Salvador

€71

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A modern living room with a fireplace, wooden flooring, a black leather sofa, and a small round table.

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.

11. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Shawna

€126

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

12. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Julio

€93

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A kitchen with a bar area, large windows, and a view of the street.

A motel with outdoor seating and umbrellas, a sign indicating 'No Diving', and a view of a parking lot and distant buildings.

A building with a mural of animals and a sign indicating an office and internet access.

13. Aqua Breeze Inn

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Aaron

€92

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

A motel with a central entrance, multiple rooms, and a covered area with a railing.

14. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

John

€70

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.

A hotel lobby with a yellow color scheme, a double staircase, and a person pushing a luggage cart.

15. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Herman

€80

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

A Comfort Inn hotel with a large sign, multiple balconies, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a TV, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, an ATM, and a digital screen displaying a welcome message.

16. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Jen

€106

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A hotel with a covered parking area, a sign for the Torch Late Inn, and a building with a stone facade.

A patio with outdoor seating, red umbrellas, and potted plants.

A modern kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

17. Torch Lite Inn

Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Holly

€81

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

A motel with a prominent 'Super 8' sign, a two-story structure with balconies, and a well-maintained garden area.

A hotel with a pool, lounge chairs, and balconies with potted plants.

A modern kitchen with a built-in island, a window with a view of the street, and a bench by the window.

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

jennifer

€79

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A view from a balcony with a metal railing overlooking a road with a water body and distant buildings.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A multi-story building with balconies, solar panels, and a sign for the Ocean Gate Inn.

A sign for Ocean Gate Inn, a building with a balcony, and a road with directional arrows.

19. Ocean Gate Inn

Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Jaedin

€106

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a framed floral artwork, a bulletin board with various advertisements, a potted orchid, and a sign thanking guests.

A motel with a sign reading "Capri Motel" and a parking lot with light trails from moving vehicles.

A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden nightstand, a desk with a chair, a microwave, and a shower area.

A motel with a balcony on the second floor, located at a street corner with a clear sky.

20. Capri Motel

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach

Karim

€67

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 18 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Carousel Beach Inn	9.0 Wonderful 167 reviews	View
Marea Sol Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 1,641 reviews	View

Hotels recommended for families near Santa Maria's Beach

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz

€182

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz

€136

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

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.

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz

€364

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

€171

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A coastal landscape with a rocky cliff and a wooden pier extending into the sea.

A wooden deck with a rocking chair and a table, a wooden fence, and a staircase leading to a building.

A living room with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A spacious dining area with a long wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the kitchen in the background.

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Eastside Santa Cruz

€1,614

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Santa Cruz

€118

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A living room with two blue sofas, a wicker coffee table, and a patterned rug.

A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a pier.

A covered patio with a table and chairs, a pergola, and a white fence.

A bedroom with a bunk bed, a small round ottoman, a white rug, and a window with curtains.

Family gathering home just steps from the beach

Eastside Santa Cruz

€1,052

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola

€210

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely perfect house near the beach on a quiet charming street! We couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate my daughter’s birthday with her friends. The house was incredible especially for a group of teenagers, with so many fun activities—pickleball, basketball, billiards, and plenty of wonderful spaces to hang out, play board games, or watch a movie together. There was truly something for everyone! Amber was so helpful, responsive, and easy to work with. We couldn’t have been happier with our stay and will definitely come back!"

Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining

10/10 Excellent

"The home was exactly as described. Absolutely a beautiful very spacious clean home. Renee made our transition easy, accommodating and we felt welcomed. The communication was outstanding and responsive with any questions we had. All of the codes were hassle free and entry was easy with our given access. There is plenty of space for our group in the home and had everything that we needed provided. The ocean views from the home are stunning and we were able to walk to the beach. The living room and dining room glass walls with spectacular beach views are just amazing and perfect for our family dinners. I will definitely return with my family for another getaway in the future!"

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"10 min walk to the boardwalk or to the downtown area. Clean rooms friendly staff"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is highly recommended."

Allegra Villa Alla Spiaggia - See & Hear Ocean - Luxurious

10/10 Excellent

"This property was absolutely beautiful, clean, and well-maintained. The location is perfect with a great beach just a couple minutes walk away. Ed is a great communicator and was very helpful."

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"

SUMMERTIME FUN @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

10/10 Excellent

"The Kitchen had all we needed. Hot Tub was a fun addition! The hosts were extremely kind and helpful. The Yard and Household deco brought a fun treasure to look at every time you took a turn! Super restful and peaceful. Noticed some water pipes running during the night, being an older home with older gals...HA!"

Sunny Cove Cottage- Dog Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean and period correct surf shack experience. Lovely to open the window and hear the surf crashing in the distance. We had a great stay. Reasonable price for the area."

Other attractions near Santa Maria's Beach

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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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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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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Moran Lake Beach

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

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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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Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (37 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing 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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38th Avenue Beach Access

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 38th Avenue Beach Access during your trip to Santa Cruz?

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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 175 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, a ZenStay Hotel, 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 175 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, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse 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.

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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

4. Carousel Beach Inn

5. Marea Sol Hotel

6. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

7. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

8. Hitching Post Studios Inn

9. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

10. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

11. Rio Vista Suites

12. Salt Air Lodge

13. Aqua Breeze Inn

14. Drift Inn

15. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

16. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

17. Torch Lite Inn

18. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

19. Ocean Gate Inn

20. Capri Motel

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Hotels recommended for families near Santa Maria's Beach

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Family gathering home just steps from the beach

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court

Luxury Ocean View w/ Hot Tub - Walk to Yacht Harbor, Beach & Dining

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Allegra Villa Alla Spiaggia - See & Hear Ocean - Luxurious

Seaside Inn & Suites

SUMMERTIME FUN @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

Sunny Cove Cottage- Dog Friendly

Other attractions near Santa Maria's Beach

Seabright Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

Lincoln Beach

Moran Lake Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Harbor Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

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