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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is €137
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is €109
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,341 reviews)
"Great room and location "
United States
Aditya
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Marea Sol Hotel
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn

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, (315 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
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,057 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites

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)
"Rooms were excellent and staff as well. They locked our bikes up in storage so that we did not have to lug them upstairs. Rio Vista is a real find in Santa Cruz. Will stay there again. A really great value."
United States
David
Rio Vista Suites
Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view
Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (790 reviews)
"We had a great time, they were very accommodating with check in and steps from the beach!"
United States
Danielle
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Drift Inn
Free daily continental breakfast
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room was clean! "
United States
Miranda
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (859 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is €63
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Always a favorite! Good value and so close to all of the fun! "
United States
Cynthia
The price is €213
includes taxes & fees
24 Jan - 25 Jan
Aqua Breeze Inn
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

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, (771 reviews)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Signature Room
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Torch Lite Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

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)
"I definitely will return. Hotel was recently upgraded. Great service! Thank you!"
United States
Rosalie
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn
Reception
Capri Motel

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, (575 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is €54
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Capri Motel
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Spotless room...great staff...amenities galore... "
United States
Ramsin
The price is €297
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Suite
Beach Street Inn and Suites

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was so clean and comfortable Hot tub was great. Enjoyed the ocean view!! "
United States
Luanne
The price is €124
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1,255 reviews)
"Awesome stay. Clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Josue
The price is €113
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Awesome stay. Clean rooms and friendly staff "
Josue 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Sunny Cove Beach

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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 146 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 Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Expedia has 146 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. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House 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.