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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Main Beach hotels

Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,010 reviews)
"Awesome place"
United States
Brian
The price is AU$488
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"We had a wonderful time here in this charming, small hotel. Quiet with free parking and wifi and a quick walk down a short hill to the beach."
United States
Claudia
The price is AU$338
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Seaway Inn
Restaurant

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,018 reviews)
"Great family place. Rooms were clean & updated to a very cool surf vibe!"
United States
Erin
The price is AU$635
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,318 reviews)
"Great location (steps away from the beach), decent breakfast, and friendly staff."
Canada
Alexia
The price is AU$391
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,578 reviews)
"Beachfront and reasonable price will definitely stay again"
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$370
includes taxes & fees
2 July - 3 July
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (926 reviews)
"The hotel is lovely - quiet, clean and it feels very safe. Accommodations were great - terrific bed and shower."
United States
William Thomas
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Pacific Blue Inn
Lobby

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
The price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
23 June - 24 June
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,424 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,236 reviews)
"Great and just across from the beach"
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$438
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"A pleasant stay in a clean and beautifully renovated hotel—I recommend it to everyone!"
United States
Jan
The price is AU$152
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Rio Vista Suites
Single Room, Non Smoking

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (91 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Drift Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (961 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
One Queen Bed

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,011 reviews)
"Perfect location close to a lot of places and staff was very friendly. "
United States
Miguel
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Beachview Inn
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,059 reviews)
"Location is great, plenty of parking and the staff is very professional"
United States
Richard
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
18 June - 19 June
Seaside Inn & Suites
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Mission Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (668 reviews)
"Good place to rest for a few days while exploring Santa Cruz."
United States
Kelly
The price is AU$279
includes taxes & fees
21 June - 22 June
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Signature Room

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great price and location...Two blocks from the Boardwalk. Room included microwave, coffee maker and refrigerator."
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Torch Lite Inn
Exterior

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (606 reviews)
"This property is very quiet and relaxing."
United States
Lynda
The price is AU$346
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Seasonal outdoor pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Main Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (871 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Richard
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Beach/ocean view
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,010 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
224 reviews
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Business centre
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,318 reviews
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Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,018 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,578 reviews
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Top Santa Cruz Main Beach Hotel Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"It was perfect size for perfect price"
Isabel 3-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Hotels near other Santa Cruz Main Beach attractions

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.4/5 (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 192 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 Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Expedia has 192 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.