Capitola Travel Guide

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Capitola
Capitola
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Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 out of 5
720 Hill Street Capitola CA
The price is AU$156 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
AU$156
21 Dec - 22 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
Great! Quaint and quiet! Five stars for night manager waiting up for our arrival!

Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1500 Wharf Road Capitola CA
Stay at this beach hotel in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (778 reviews)
Staff was great room was fine, 4/5 not the venetian's fault. Wastewater was backing up into the sink and smelled.

Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025

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Capitola Venetian Hotel
Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 out of 5
620 El Salto Drive Capitola CA
The price is AU$330 per night from 10 Dec to 11 Dec
AU$330
10 Dec - 11 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this B&B in Capitola. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (940 reviews)
Staff,beauty of room, scenic grounds

Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025

Monarch Cove Inn
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COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH

Capitola CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and balconies. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (84 reviews)
It was just as expected. Great location. Cute cozy place to enjoy the beach.

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH
10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

Capitola CA
Stay at this beach condo in Capitola. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
The place was perfect! Very comfortable, clean and inviting. We had a last minute getaway and the ocean views were priceless& we loved listening to the waves all day. We can’t wait to stay here again!

Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025

10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly
A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!

A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!

Capitola CA
Stay at this holiday home in Capitola. Enjoy laundry facilities, patios and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (237 reviews)
Great location right along the river. House was cute and quaint; a two-minute walk to the restaurants and beach. Unfortunately the area rug smelled like dog pee & there was dog hair on the couches; but the owner was very responsive and had the cleaning crew come by to assist during our stay. Would ...

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

A Slice of Heaven on the River in Capitola!!
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Popular places to visit

Capitola Beach

Capitola Beach

5/5(4 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Capitola Beach
Hooper Beach

Hooper Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Hooper Beach

Capitola Wharf

Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

Capitola Wharf

Esplanade Park Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Esplanade Park Beach

Capitola Mercantile

You can enjoy retail therapy at Capitola Mercantile during your trip to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

Capitola Mercantile

Capitola Historical Museum

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Capitola Historical Museum during your travels in Capitola. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.

Capitola Historical Museum

Activities

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

AU$199
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

AU$213
per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
Mermaid family photoshoot Santa Cruz

Mermaid Experience & Photoshoot

AU$339
per adult
Mermaid Experience & Photoshoot
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Reviews of Capitola

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