Top Hotels Near Cowell's Beach in Santa Cruz from AU$149

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Accommodation near Cowell's Beach

Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (660)
"I really appreciate getting a larger room since it was available."
The price is AU$307
per night
6 May - 7 May
Monarch Cove Inn
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"The staff in the dining area made the trip complete! Marta and Teresita were extremely gracious and friendly."
The price is AU$253
per night
5 May - 6 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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, (1004)
"Beautiful ocean view. Free upgrade."
The price is AU$434
per night
22 May - 23 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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Exterior
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (793)
"Great location and hotel!! Very clean and the staff are kind and accommodating. "
The price is AU$305
per night
5 May - 6 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380)
"Nice, clean new fresh well appointed property. Only problem was the bed was too soft and the linens did not smell fresh "
The price is AU$231
per night
8 May - 9 May
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372)
"Nice place to stay right by the boardwalk. "
The price is AU$258
per night
6 May - 7 May
Marea Sol Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Property was super clean, staff was amazing, breakfast was good, and hotel was close to all. "
The price is AU$299
per night
9 May - 10 May
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (934)
"It was an excellent experience...although when the young very large group of students or athletes arrived, the quiet and manners at breadfast deteriorated...but otherwise, atmosphere, room & staff were pleasant & helpful."
The price is AU$232
per night
6 May - 7 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Outdoor pool
Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel just a short walk from the town center Reception staff were so helpful Pool area was clean and heated we went in March and could easily get into outdoor pool best hotel on our road trip for very little more "
The price is AU$256
per night
27 May - 28 May
Hotel Los Gatos
Beach nearby, beach towels
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (444)
"Right next to a small beach, dog friendly, clean, and great staff!"
The price is AU$342
per night
6 May - 7 May
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1218)
"Excellent views and access to beach. Exceeded out expectations "
The price is AU$346
per night
6 May - 7 May
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356)
"Had a pleasant stay, room was comfortable and staff were friendly. Location was great. "
The price is AU$149
per night
5 May - 6 May
Seaside Inn & Suites
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice little hotel in a great location. Clean. Good value for the area "
The price is AU$173
per night
13 May - 14 May
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Check in was easy. Deposit was only 37 dollars. Don't know why but its better than the usual 100. There's breakfast and yes they have a waffle machine. You can eat in the breakfast area or take back to your room. There's guest laundry i live that is like 150 to wash 200 to dry available from 9am to 10 pm. "
The price is AU$162
per night
13 May - 14 May
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (478)
"Frontbdesk person, Jamie was very friendly Room was clean and comfortable "
The price is AU$292
per night
6 May - 7 May
Seaway Inn
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (381)
"Our stay at this hotel was great! Our first floor room was very spacious and was well-stocked with everything we needed except body lotion. We would have loved another outlet or two (one on each side of each bed would have been great; one bed did not have an outlet on one side) and drawers vs. shelves for storing clothing would have been even better, but overall I have nothing bad to say. The fitness center was extremely clean and there was lots of equipment available, and I especially loved...
The price is AU$222
per night
9 May - 10 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1045)
"It’s just a nice, clean hotel! "
The price is AU$181
per night
9 May - 10 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Good property for this location and price. Easy to get to the pier, beach and shops. "
The price is AU$180
per night
6 May - 7 May
Beachview Inn
Restaurant
Los Gatos Lodge
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"An old standby in Los Gatos since the 60s. Good as ever. Rooms very comfy"
The price is AU$253
per night
12 May - 13 May
Los Gatos Lodge
Property grounds
Continental Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Ok, the room was across the street in tight parking situation, it's called the annex. Next time I'd rather stay in the main building. Room was clean and quiet, just a fake mustache stuck to the wall which was funny but someone missed cleaning. "
The price is AU$144
per night
16 May - 17 May
Continental Inn
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Cowells Beach Travel Info

Number of reviews
16,081
Closest neighbourhoods
Seabright, Circles and Carbonera Estates
Accommodation
888 hotels
Known landmarks
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Natural Bridges State Park and Main Beach
Mid-Range hotels
Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Chaminade Resort & Spa
Budget hotels
Pacific Blue Inn, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz and Babbling Brook Inn
Location
Santa Cruz, United States of America
Lowest price
AU$149
Highest price
AU$434

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cowell's Beach?

Cowell's Beach is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 142 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Cowell's Beach?

Adjacent to Cowell's Beach, Dream Inn Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices within a short distance include Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz and Casablanca On The Beach.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?

Expedia has 142 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowell's Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.

What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

Recent Reviews in Cowell's Beach
Expedia verified reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

5/5 Excellent
Beautiful ocean view
"Beautiful ocean view. Free upgrade."
A verified traveller stayed at Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Posted 3 days ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz