The Best Hotels Closest to Santa Cruz Main Beach in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices

Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

1. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Andrew

₹24,528 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Aug - 19 Aug

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Stephanie

₹25,758 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

3. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Kristen

₹15,108 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

4. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Susana

₹18,607 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Monika

₹16,985 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

6. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

William Thomas

₹14,716 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Lawrence

₹13,093 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Clifford

₹21,966 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

9. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Melanie

₹13,270 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Jul - 27 Jul

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Jacqueline

₹10,807 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Aug - 13 Aug

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Alexandre

₹17,596 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

12. Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Charlene

₹12,951 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Jul - 28 Jul

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Dana

₹12,557 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Vanessa

₹11,566 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Queen Room | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, individually furnished

15. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

TONY

₹13,418 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

16. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Nahabi

₹9,415 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Aug - 21 Aug

17. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Walter

₹21,191 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

18. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Mario

₹17,525 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

19. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Vicente

₹9,636 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Nireitha

₹17,081 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 689 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

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Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

8/10 Good

"Our room was clean and modern. It included a mini fridge and microwave, which came in handy as we had leftovers from dinner. The bed was comfortable enough for me, but my husband found it to be a little too firm for his liking. We would’ve liked to try the hot tub but the pool area closes at 9pm, which I thought was a bit early. Oh, and getting out of the parking lot is a bit odd. It’s a one way frontage road, so you must turn right, which takes you to a stop sign; we found it weird that directions told us to turn left at the stop sign. It’s on a curve and has double yellow lines, so be cautious. Overall, we’d likely stay here again."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The room was great. Excellent location to the Boardwalk. Less than a block away. Room was nice and clean. Comfortable for a family of 4. I’m not sure how other rooms are but I wish the body wash/shampoo dispenser was o note back wall of the shower. I knocked mine off twice with my elbow. After the boardwalk closes, there are taco trucks right across the street so you can grab a great meal before you head to your room for the night. Awesome stay."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"I paid $507 for what was essentially a standard room with a great view. While the room itself was clean and comfortable, I don't feel it justified the price. The shower had some issues, and aside from the view, there wasn't much that made the room feel like a premium experience. The restaurant was great when I went for dinner, but nothing particularly memorable for breakfast. The service throughout my stay was also just okay, and at times the customer service felt below what I'd expect for a hotel at this price point. The pool looked a little dirty, although the jacuzzi was nice and enjoyable. I loved that it was not chlorine! One of the biggest frustrations during my stay was that I lost my car keys. (Of course, this is my fault and no one else's) But, unfortunately the front desk wasn't very helpful, and I didn't feel like they handled the situation with much urgency or empathy. That said, I do want to give credit where it's due. After my stay, I filled out the guest survey and was contacted by the manager, Dan. He listened to my concerns, treated me with professionalism, and refunded part of my stay. His willingness to make things right significantly improved my overall impression of the hotel. While my initial experience was disappointing, I really appreciated how he handled the situation afterward. He was amazing. Overall, I would consider staying here again, but only if the price were lower than what I paid for this visit. (originally)"

Hotels near other Santa Cruz Main Beach attractions

A pier with colorful cable cars, a beach, and a sign that reads "WORLD FAMOUS."

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

8.8/10 (6,089 reviews)

Enjoy the exciting rides at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and see why everyone loves this theme park in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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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 203 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, Marea Sol Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Other good options within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

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

Expedia has 203 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, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte

2. Beach Street Inn and Suites

3. Mission Inn

4. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

5. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

6. Pacific Blue Inn

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

8. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

9. Hitching Post Studios Inn

10. Seaside Inn & Suites

11. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

12. Rio Vista Suites

13. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

15. Beachview Inn

16. National 9 Santa Cruz

17. Casablanca On The Beach

18. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

19. Drift Inn

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotels near other Santa Cruz Main Beach attractions

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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