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Beach Street Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1008)
"Great location! Rooms that are not ocean view all appear to be wrapped around the pool. Wasn’t an issue during our stay"
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (773)
"Best staff! Best location! Great hotel all around!"
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
Marea Sol Hotel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1122)
"Overall great experience. Checking in was a breeze and everyone was nice. "
The price is AU$209
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Good place to stay. Walking distance of the boardwalk. Easy drive to UC Santa Cruz"
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Centrally located walking distance to the wharf and Boardwalk. Beautiful ocean view. Cool retro room furnishings. Nice shower. Great balcony. Very nice staff. Wonderful morning breakfast room service you order the night before and select delivery time. Like the unique beach writing on sand in the morning (I think that is done by the hotel) Only one bad thing, the 1970's style noisy wall unit Heater/AC. Sounded like the surf crashing or a train rumbling by every time it went on. Really? ...
The price is AU$418
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (824)
"This place is conveniently close to downtown Santa Cruz, quiet, clean, and the staff is friendly. Would definitely stay here again. "
The price is AU$167
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Pacific Blue Inn

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (750)
"Best Hotel in Santa Cruz. I could not find a flaw in my stay, of course, I wasn’t really looking. I was way too comfortable here. Go see for yourself. "
The price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
2 Mar - 3 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1258)
"Great staff and location. Pleasant older style hotel. "
The price is AU$271
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb
Casablanca On The Beach

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1008)
"Good quality, nice location, and friendly staff."
The price is AU$150
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (974)
"A perfect room for 1 person attending a conference in the area. Walkable distence to everywhere i needed to go. The room was small, but incredibly comfortable. Loved the view from my deck."
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Rio Vista Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (688)
"Always a comfortable stay. Centrally located. Free parking."
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (15)
"Walking distance to beach, wharf, boardwalk, dining, shopping and downtown. Good view of street, wharf and beach from room. "
The price is AU$217
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Seaway Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Very comfortable and professional in all ways. "
The price is AU$347
includes taxes & fees
20 Feb - 21 Feb
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"A decently priced, decently located motel in Santa Cruz -- good value for the price overall. It was a quiet location, had a better than expected breakfast included, and was overall clean and comfortable. A good stay in an otherwise fairly pricey location. Nearby BBQ restaurant was quite good."
The price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Mission Inn

Beachview Inn

2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Room was clean, a block from the boardwalk and Pier with all kinds of shopping and dining. Only negative was it took 9 days and a phone call to get my deposit back. "
The price is AU$130
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Beachview Inn

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Comfortable beds and squeeky clean room. Parking is convenient. It was quiet. No complaints!"
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (487)
"Not unique but very nice and comfortable"
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Harbor Inn

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (328)
"Location is excellent. Unfortunately the TV didn’t work, but internet was fine"
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
Harbor Inn

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (488)
"Inn nicely located within a stone's throw of the beach, and within walking distance of a few restaurants and shops. Its name reflects that one can hear the waves coming onto the shore. "
The price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
19 Feb - 20 Feb
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Todo muy bien, solo que mucho ruido por parte de las personas de limpieza...."
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
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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 170 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, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good options within a short distance include Beach Street Inn and Suites and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?

Expedia has 170 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 Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Natural Bridges State Park and Pleasure Point Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.