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Tonight
Feb 22 - Feb 23
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Feb 23 - Feb 24
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Feb 28 - Mar 2
In two weeks
Mar 7 - Mar 9

Compare Santa Cruz Beach Hotels room rates, reviews, and availability. Most hotels are fully refundable.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach nearby, beach towels

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (488)
"Lovely cottage style hotel right next to a beautiful beach. Can't go wrong! Walls are a little thin but adds to the character. Would stay again!"
The price is ￥20,689
￥23,784 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beachview Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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 ￥9,553
￥12,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Beachview Inn
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (776)
"Nice clean hotel with a café "
The price is ￥19,256
￥22,216 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 23 - Feb 24
Marea Sol Hotel
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (16)
"The location is perfect for enjoying a sunny walk along the ocean. "
The price is ￥16,599
￥20,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Seaway Inn
Casablanca On The Beach
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1243)
"Great service, sweet rooms, excellent views and location."
The price is ￥17,933
￥25,713 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Casablanca On The Beach
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"dirty and unkept"
The price is ￥10,613
￥14,194 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Mission Inn
Front of property - evening/night

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"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 ￥13,300
￥16,579 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Mission Inn
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Front of property

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1004)
"Great staff, coffee and views"
The price is ￥17,178
￥19,886 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 star property
7.0 out of 10, Good, (999)
"Good but not great "
The price is ￥8,116
￥11,373 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Amazing property and staff! The room was bigger than expected and super comfy. Great mid century vibes and fun colors. Everything was very clean from the lobby to the smallest detail. Zero complaints!"
The price is ￥32,108
￥36,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travelers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveler dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best place for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and flat-screen TVs, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach. Other good choices to stay near the beach include Beach Street Inn and Suites and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many beach hotels should I expect to find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach vacation in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of the seasons in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you’re excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area’s surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Pacific Avenue.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city center. If you’d like to venture out around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.