Capitola Hotel

Property class: 3.5

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Located close to Capitola Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach, Capitola Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Adventurous travellers may like the motor boating at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$330
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct

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About the area

Located in Capitola, Capitola Hotel is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular local attractions. Rio Del Mar Beach and Santa Cruz Wharf are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking, sailing and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Capitola travel guide
Map
210 Esplanade, Capitola, CA, 95010

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.
    Capitola Beach
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A pier with a sign reading "Capitola Wharf" and a view of the water.
    Capitola Wharf
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • A couple walking on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.
    Potbelly Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capitola Mercantile
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)
    26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    19 min walk
  • Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria
    10 min walk
  • Shadowbrook
    6 min walk
  • Zelda's on the Beach
    1 min walk
  • Pizza My Heart
    1 min walk

About this property

Capitola Hotel

  • Hotel near Capitola Beach
  • Located close to Rio Del Mar Beach, Capitola Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception. Active travellers can enjoy motor boating at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a snack bar/deli.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Self-parking (surcharge), smoke-free property and a banquet hall
    • Meeting rooms and concierge services
    • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Capitola Hotel have comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and showers
    • TVs with cable channels
    • Fridges and housekeeping

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Frequently asked questions

Is Capitola Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Capitola Hotel?

As of 23 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Capitola Hotel on 27 Oct 2026 start from AU$330, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Capitola Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 45 per night. Limited spots are available. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Capitola Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Capitola Hotel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Capitola Hotel located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is steps from Capitola Beach and within 6 mi (10 km) of The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and Rio Del Mar Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Wharf are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Capitola Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 352 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 145 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 568 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Always a great stay. Right next to the beach. Staff was great and room was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, great breakfast, friendly staff, its a perfect little place and steps to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's cozy and comfortable. I wish the parking is marked for the hotel so we didn't have to park at the paid parking.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great accommodations, friendly staff, excellent value and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean rooms great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the location was great. Plenty to do in the nice beach town of capitola and this hotel is right in the sweet spot. Perfect for a couples getaway. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quaint hotel. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful helpful staff, clean room, great smelling toiletries. I think there should be a little warning that they are located across from a bar with loud live music and next to an arcade. We had never been to Capitola so it was a little surprising. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love, love The Capitola Hotel! The staff, especially Julie, are awesome and always helpful, the rooms and property are always clean and welcoming. The Grand Cayman is our favorite room and paying for the garage parking is so worth the price! The location perfect, within walking distance of everything. If you’re a light sleeper, use the ear plugs, early mornings are very noisy with deliveries across the street and the street cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, cleanliness and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff great room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The remodel is very nice, of course, clean, bright and bed was perfect, plenty of room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very nice location easy to walk to restaurants and the beach ,we stayed two nights and loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place to stay, perfect location definatley stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Right in center of town, walking distance to eat and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was a good continental breakfast. The parking included a pass good throughout town which was wonderful because parking is so difficult in Capitola. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The patio area was not too inviting but the lounge where breakfast was served was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic location. great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was very nice and at first we thought the room was up to par for our taste. Upon waking the next day we found dirty underwear in the bathroom and left over beer cans on and behind the dresser. We had a talk with staff and they apologized with a bottle of Champagne.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cute little inn

Amazing location, staff was super helpful. Breakfast was a little lacking but restaurants in the area are great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved the staff and location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 4rth time staying at the Capitola Hotel over the past 10 years and we are never disappointed . Always friendly and clean with many great amenities . Location is perfect !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025