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Accommodation near Main Beach

Rooftop terrace
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Main Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (63)
"It is a gorgeous property! The staff is first rate!"
United States
Leanne
The price is AU$628
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Main Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"All Staff was amazing! Love the coffee and hot cocoa in the mornings! "
United States
Carly
The price is AU$232
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1313)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful! A great plus is having a Coffee shop on the property. The rooms were clean. The only nitpicking negatives would be the shower pressure was low and the shower head wasn't the best but not the end of the world. Aside from that the parking situation is okay kinda tight but again not the end of the world. "
United States
Cristian
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
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
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1220)
"Schönes Hotel und nettes Personal."
Germany
Martin
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
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
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Beautiful sunrises! Sound of ocean waves, not cars. Could walk to Natural Bridges and center of town. "
United States
Katherine
The price is AU$385
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (140)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is AU$202
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Seaway Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Main Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (889)
"Excellent property. Will stay there again."
United States
Carol
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room, helpful staff, underground parking, hot breakfast buffet—all reasons to stay here. "
United States
Cathryn
The price is AU$195
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Main Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (612)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2.0 star property
Downtown, 0.8 km from Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1255)
"Perfect "
United States
Stephen
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Superior King + Beach View
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Main Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Scenic inn with great service in a great neighborhood."
United States
Andrea
The price is AU$391
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1176)
"The room was clean with a beautiful view of the ocean. "
United States
Colleen
The price is AU$199
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.5 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (920)
"Me hospedé aquí el fin de semana y en general quedé satisfecho. La ubicación es excelente, muy conveniente para moverme por la zona, y el precio me pareció bastante justo para lo que ofrecen. Los cuartos se ven remodelados recientemente, lo cual hace que la estancia se sienta más moderna y cómoda. Lo único que creo que podrían mejorar es la limpieza; no estaba mal, pero sí podría ser un poco más cuidadosa. En general, buena relación calidad–precio y una opción conveniente si buscas algo bien...
Mexico
Juan Carlos
Seaside Inn & Suites
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
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1133)
"The room was spotless and quiet. Staff was courteous. Note: Self-parking is ridiculously expensive and is just an add-on fee not included in the room price. "
United States
Cathryn
The price is AU$200
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1173)
"Very big room, more than what I needed. It had a patio, but slider doors were stuck so I couldn't even get out. Locations was very good, close to campus, so exactly what I needed. "
United States
Iliana Nikova
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1167)
"Room was super clean "
United States
Ubaldina
The price is AU$185
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Interior
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Main Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (306)
"Nice"
United States
Jose
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Main Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1014)
"Warm pool, close to everything. Nice place. "
United States
Laura
The price is AU$191
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect "
Stephen 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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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 157 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 Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
How many hotels will I find close to Main Beach?
Expedia has 157 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. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House 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.