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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,335 reviews)
"Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff. "
United States
Krista
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Ocean Pacific Lodge

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (198 reviews)
"Perfect place to stay"
United States
Donovan
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
National 9 Santa Cruz

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Ines
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
19 Apr - 20 Apr
Mission Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (911 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356 reviews)
"Clean and close to Capitola and Santa Cruz. Would stay here again. "
United States
Dan
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Hitching Post Studios Inn

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
Watsonville
7.4 out of 10, Good, (117 reviews)
"Worth it for the price "
United States
Andy
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May
ROYAL INN

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Perfect location! Nice, clean and updated room with a great view. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We were able to park there before check in and for a few hours after check out which was very helpful. "
United States
Veronica
The price is AU$260
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"The property for us os clean and simple. Could have used a chair or two with a small table. Staff is friendly. Shops and restaurants are close by, felt very safe. The worf and ocean are close by. Have stayed there several times."
United States
Galvin
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location right by the waterfront only stayed one night. Second time at the motel so we knew what to expect. Rooms were renovated nicely and owners are quite nice. "
Canada
Graham
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Budget inn

Budget inn
2.5 star property
Morgan Hill
7.4 out of 10, Good, (14 reviews)
"Very efficient stay"
United States
James
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Budget inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline."
United States
Beverly
The price is AU$154
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Beachview Inn

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."
United States
Conor
The price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great."
United States
Kathleen
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (82 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay!!"
United States
Romualdo
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Drift Inn

Morganhill Inn Motel

Morganhill Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (222 reviews)
"Excellent price, comfortable bed, convenient parking. "
United States
Angela
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Morganhill Inn Motel

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (590 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Capri Motel

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location near wharf. Within walking distance of many local sights of interest. "
United States
Janine
The price is AU$174
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (449 reviews)
"Clean and very good people "
United States
ramiro
The price is AU$114
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Holiday Motel

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Such an amazing price for the location!!! Super close to boardwalk and downtown we didn’t even have to drive anywhere! "
United States
Myles
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Torch Lite Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"The location is amazing. Parking is easy and convenient. AC was nice and cold and the bed was really comfortable. Unbeatable price! "
Canada
Kris
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Capitola Motels information

Number of reviews
14,328
Accommodation
34 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$103
Highest Price
AU$260

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Capitola?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Capitola. Top sights include Monterey Bay in Capitola, as well as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the area.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. Motels began in the 1920s as a place to stay for the weary traveller taking a road trip along the major roadways of America.
What are the best motels in Capitola?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. Surf City Inn and Suites is located 6 km from the heart of Capitola. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, free Wi-Fi and snack bar/deli. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking and 2 hot tubs are available during your stay. Central Capitola is 4.1 mi (6.6 km) away. Beach Street Inn and Suites: Enjoy access to the free Wi-Fi and parking, as well as room amenities such as a microwave. Located 4 mi (6.4 km) from the heart of Capitola. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: Central Capitola is 4 mi (6.5 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Mission Inn: 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the heart of Capitola. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
What can I do in Capitola?
In this quaint area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Capitola for its shops. Must-see places in and around Capitola include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Capitola Beach, New Brighton State Beach and Potbelly Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory.
What's the weather like in Capitola?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Capitola to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Capitola is 677 mm.
What are my options for getting around Capitola while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Capitola to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 9.6 mi (15.4 km) away from the city centre. Otherwise, look for flights into Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), which is 27 mi (43.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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