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La Bahia Hotel and Spa
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (28)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is AU$721
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1016)
"Love this place!!!!"
United States
Michele
The price is AU$207
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1238)
"This is our go to spot when we visit Santa Cruz, we love the location, the rooms are great and the Staff is always super nice!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1215)
"Great property, great included breakfast"
United States
April
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1018)
"Rooms had a wonderful view. "
United States
Angelica
The price is AU$431
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120)
"Fantastic location, great staff and comfortable rooms"
United States
Johannes
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1015)
"Really enjoyed my stay. "
United States
Nina
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn
Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (884)
"Super great location walked to boardwalk, downtown and beach, smaller quite hotel "
United States
Alice
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Pacific Blue Inn
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1213)
"Perfect for an overnight or weekend stay, great location"
United States
Jonathan
The price is AU$146
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1179)
"Great place to stay in Santa Cruz"
United States
Keith
The price is AU$320
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
Superior King + Beach View
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Had an Awesome stay here. "
United Kingdom
Steven
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites
Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"For us it was perfect!"
United States
Glenn
Rio Vista Suites
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (991)
"Amazing staff and so close to the boardwalk."
United States
Adam
The price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1084)
"The pool area was great, the hotel was cute and clean, and is walkable to downtown."
United States
Charlotte
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Exterior
Drift Inn
Drift Inn
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (42)
"Amazing staff, great location and extremely accommodating, overall a great place to stay "
United States
Jose Ortiz
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Drift Inn
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Good place to stay."
Canada
WEI
The price is AU$132
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Beachview Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Great price, clean rooms."
United States
Scott
The price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
21 Oct - 22 Oct
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (590)
"Great place safe quiet"
United States
brent
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included)
Aqua Breeze Inn
Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Extremely friendly staff and great location. "
United States
Stephanie
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Aqua Breeze Inn
Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast
Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast
2.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (73)
"Easy walk to the Boardwalk and Wharf. Friendly proprietors. Wonderful breakfast. "
United States
Laurie
Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Hotels near other Main Beach attractions

Pier at Santa Cruz, California

Santa Cruz Wharf

4.4/5 (790 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Santa Cruz Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
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T4D055 Sunset, Cowell Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States

Cowell's Beach

Explore the waterfront of Cowell's Beach and enjoy activities such as surfing 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 Main Beach?
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 161 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Main Beach?
Adjacent to 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 choices within a short distance include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I find close to Main Beach?
Expedia has 161 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Main Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Main Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Main Beach.
What can I see and do near Main Beach?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Lighthouse Point Park feature captivating exhibits. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Main Beach. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.