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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575 reviews)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
2.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location."
United States
Therese
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Beach nearby
Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (354 reviews)
"the room was clean, the neighborhood was quiet and welcoming, and the staff were very kind. thank you!"
United States
ayreAnna
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Harbor Inn
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,342 reviews)
"Great room and location "
United States
Aditya
The price is AU$201
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Marea Sol Hotel
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (316 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,058 reviews)
"Great stay "
United States
Bedrije
The price is AU$182
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view
Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (790 reviews)
"We had a great time, they were very accommodating with check in and steps from the beach!"
United States
Danielle
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms were excellent and staff as well. They locked our bikes up in storage so that we did not have to lug them upstairs. Rio Vista is a real find in Santa Cruz. Will stay there again. A really great value."
United States
David
Rio Vista Suites
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (67 reviews)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Drift Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Always a favorite! Good value and so close to all of the fun! "
United States
Cynthia
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Aqua Breeze Inn
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (859 reviews)
"Clean room, great staffs, good location."
United States
Samik
The price is AU$110
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Free daily continental breakfast
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room was clean! "
United States
Miranda
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Signature Room
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
Torch Lite Inn
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (771 reviews)
"My check in was a great experience! Love this hotel!"
United States
Justin
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
25 Jan - 26 Jan
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"I definitely will return. Hotel was recently upgraded. Great service! Thank you!"
United States
Rosalie
The price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 3 km from Santa Maria's Beach
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"It was great stay,view and location "
United States
allen
Ocean Gate Inn
Reception
Capri Motel

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Santa Maria's Beach
6.6 out of 10, (575 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Capri Motel
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"Spotless room...great staff...amenities galore... "
United States
Ramsin
The price is AU$517
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Suite
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean rooms, perfect location to the boardwalk. Nice amenities with free popcorn coffee, etc nice wtay"
United States
Roy
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms were spacious, clean and close to boardwalk. Parking underground was large enough to accommodate our big truck. Would definitely come back in the summer "
Crystal 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Maria's Beach?
Santa Maria's Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 146 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Maria's Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good choices within a few miles include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Expedia has 146 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Maria's Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Santa Maria's Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Maria's Beach?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.