Title: The Best Hotels Closest to Main Beach in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices | Expedia.co.uk

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Tonight

[26 Mar - 27 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=6065913&startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&adults=2&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true)

Tomorrow

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This weekend

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Next weekend

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## Our top choices for Main Beach hotels

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/a46c0e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/4bdbfd8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 King Bed | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/93d5ae7b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/27942584.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Marea Sol Hotel

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Marea-Sol-Hotel.h88129451.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 mi from Main Beach

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,436 reviews)

"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Joanna

£116

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Marea-Sol-Hotel.h88129451.Hotel-Information)

![Surfing/boogie boarding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/2e682ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![King Queen Combo | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/4a15fd7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/3b867ce0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/97f48072.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Seaway Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaway-Inn.h1167912.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 mi from Main Beach

9.4/10

Exceptional

(172 reviews)

"Easy check in/out. Basic room but clean. Very close to the Boardwalk. Less than 10 minute walk. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Kristin

£134

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaway-Inn.h1167912.Hotel-Information)

![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/bb865a23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/27a81f4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Restaurant](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/da3f31b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### La Bahia Hotel and Spa

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 mi from Main Beach

9.6/10

Exceptional

(191 reviews)

"Beautiful hotel and in a great location. Staff was extremely courteous and helpful!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Stephen

£396

includes taxes & fees

20 Apr - 21 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information)

![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/996bc4c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/3596e03f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/w3837h2573x3y0-7d4f9085.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/4165f76c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Santa-Cruz.h8673.Hotel-Information)

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 mi from Main Beach

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,250 reviews)

"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Sarojni

£139

includes taxes & fees

23 Apr - 24 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Quinta-Inn-Suites-By-Wyndham-Santa-Cruz.h8673.Hotel-Information)

![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/0f675563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/682dba10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/3574c56b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![In-room safe, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/196fb2e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Dream Inn Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Dream-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h23409.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 mi from Main Beach

9.2/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"The Dream Inn is always our go to spot. The hotel is close to everything fun, clean and the staff are great!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Cameron

£191

includes taxes & fees

21 Apr - 22 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Dream-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h23409.Hotel-Information)

![Courtyard](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/dd409df9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/ba41a711.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/13c072bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Classic Room, 1 King Bed | Living area | TV, fireplace, iPod dock](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3040000/3038300/3038261/548e11b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Pacific Blue Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Pacific-Blue-Inn.h3038261.Hotel-Information)

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Main Beach

9.0/10

Wonderful

(909 reviews)

"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Claire

£105

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Pacific-Blue-Inn.h3038261.Hotel-Information)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/0fb90d92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/cdc7c38d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/ec3214d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/cb803766.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Ocean Pacific Lodge

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Pacific-Lodge.h1652437.Hotel-Information)

Downtown, 0.5 mi from Main Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,320 reviews)

"Will definitely return- great location, pet friendly, spacious room and helpful staff."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lara

£79

includes taxes & fees

26 Apr - 27 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Pacific-Lodge.h1652437.Hotel-Information)

![Staircase](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/7bf19732.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/b901e321.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/2e213027.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9490000/9487600/9487548/9471a79c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Rio Vista Suites

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Rio-Vista-Suites.h9487548.Hotel-Information)

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.3 mi from Main Beach

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,002 reviews)

"This room was definitely good for its reasonable price! Room was clean, check in smooth, and close to both the boardwalk and downtown. Could use some upgrades like a window ac unit and some more insulation, or thicker curtains to block outside noise. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Rebecca

£95

includes taxes & fees

29 Mar - 30 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Rio-Vista-Suites.h9487548.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/b0c40f38.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/9277332b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/e5b1e9e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Food and drink](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/ba06299d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Santa-Cruz.h17271952.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Main Beach

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,002 reviews)

"Favorite out of the bunch we stayed at "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Nancy

£124

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Santa-Cruz.h17271952.Hotel-Information)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/bd38ccfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/4f9bdccc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean Front, Two Queen Beds, Shared Balcony | Free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/e3d66740.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Ocean View, Two Queen Beds with Sun Deck | Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5070000/5068000/5067924/0bb583b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Casablanca On The Beach

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Casablanca-On-The-Beach.h5067924.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 mi from Main Beach

8.6/10

Excellent

(1,192 reviews)

"very nice room, nice staff "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Neil

£154

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Casablanca-On-The-Beach.h5067924.Hotel-Information)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/fc058ad8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property amenity](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/d9e28c59.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/86f31e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/962233a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h71965468.Hotel-Information)

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.2 mi from Main Beach

8.4/10

Very good

(1,113 reviews)

"Wonderful property and stay."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Amy Ochi

£110

includes taxes & fees

14 Apr - 15 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h71965468.Hotel-Information)

![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/ed4e7c2d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets, in-room safe, desk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/741d5cb4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/f3e0670f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Bar (on property)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/1757b5fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Paradox.h11056.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Main Beach

8.8/10

Excellent

(1,229 reviews)

"Pool was great and plenty of lounge chairs available. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Bruce M

£112

includes taxes & fees

21 Apr - 22 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Paradox.h11056.Hotel-Information)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/54cec646.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/319e88d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/bf12b7b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/f8579ef6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Riverside-Inn-Suites-Santa-Cruz.h1742350.Hotel-Information)

Lower Ocean, 0.4 mi from Main Beach

8.2/10

Very good

(882 reviews)

"A nice place at a great price "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

David

£55

includes taxes & fees

7 Apr - 8 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Riverside-Inn-Suites-Santa-Cruz.h1742350.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/1817e6c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/2a357188.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/f9ecbbda.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Interior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/5000000/4120000/4110800/4110757/bb7752a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Aqua Breeze Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Aqua-Breeze-Inn.h4110757.Hotel-Information)

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.2 mi from Main Beach

8.2/10

Very good

(1,001 reviews)

"Great location, friendly staff, very good room"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Michael

£72

includes taxes & fees

19 Apr - 20 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Aqua-Breeze-Inn.h4110757.Hotel-Information)

![Two Double Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/0a2a841a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/d5de32c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/9a83783e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Lobby lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1110800/1110782/5f36643e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Beachview Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Beachview-Inn.h1110782.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 mi from Main Beach

8.2/10

Very good

(1,000 reviews)

"Great location!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

shiana

£68

includes taxes & fees

22 Apr - 23 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Beachview-Inn.h1110782.Hotel-Information)

![2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/843b93df.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/17d8d9ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Vending machine](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/c9f8b230.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/2b997161.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Seaside Inn & Suites

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaside-Inn-Suites.h92182364.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Main Beach

8.4/10

Very good

(985 reviews)

"Very nice room. Great place and quiet"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Amparo

£76

includes taxes & fees

31 Mar - 1 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaside-Inn-Suites.h92182364.Hotel-Information)

![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/a7fdb853.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed with Jetted Bathtub | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/81bdc856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/96447e87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9680000/9675400/9675322/26b48d4b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Mission Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Mission-Inn.h9675322.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 mi from Main Beach

9.0/10

Wonderful

(1,004 reviews)

"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Roxana

£109

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Mission-Inn.h9675322.Hotel-Information)

![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/6b9d3bc3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Single Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/b0f86c4e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/2ca5dd69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111460000/111455800/111455715/7c1cbecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Drift Inn

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Drift-Inn.h111455715.Hotel-Information)

Lower Ocean, 0.4 mi from Main Beach

8.2/10

Very good

(82 reviews)

"Excellent place to stay!!"

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Romualdo

£66

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Drift-Inn.h111455715.Hotel-Information)

![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/5bfd8d1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/b124ef30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/52e26a09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free daily buffet breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/48000000/47090000/47083800/47083738/149da5f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Santa-Cruz-West.h47083738.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 mi from Main Beach

9.0/10

Wonderful

(648 reviews)

"Great location, great staff and a really clean room. 10 out of 10 recommend. "

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Lane

£107

includes taxes & fees

12 Apr - 13 Apr

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-Santa-Cruz-West.h47083738.Hotel-Information)

![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/79aca6b4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/80dc30c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/4cd251b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

![Free self-parking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/801100/801035/21f150a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium)

### Islander Motel Santa Cruz

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-The-Islander-Motel.h801035.Hotel-Information)

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 mi from Main Beach

8.2/10

Very good

(1,003 reviews)

"Great location and the room was clean. Would stay there again."

![United States](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/us.svg)

Conor

£57

includes taxes & fees

30 Mar - 31 Mar

[](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-The-Islander-Motel.h801035.Hotel-Information)

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## Compare popular hotels close to Main Beach

| Property                                                                                                                                                                                                                   | Property class    | Guest rating              | Breakfast included | Pool | Spa | Pet-friendly | WiFi included |  |
| -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- | ----------------- | ------------------------- | ------------------ | ---- | --- | ------------ | ------------- |  |
| ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/a46c0e73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Marea Sol Hotel                                                                 | 2.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,436 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Surfing/boogie boarding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1170000/1168000/1167912/2e682ed0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Seaway Inn                                                           | 2.5 star property | 9.4Exceptional172 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)La Bahia Hotel and Spa | 4.5 star property | 9.6Exceptional191 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Business centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8700/8673/996bc4c1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz                                         | 3.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,250 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |
| ![Beach views ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/0f675563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=675&p=1&q=medium)Dream Inn Santa Cruz                                                                  | 4.0 star property | 9.2Wonderful1,004 reviews | View               |      |     |              |               |  |

## Top Main Beach Hotel Reviews

![Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71970000/71965500/71965468/fc058ad8_y.jpg)

### Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, has a new feel, nice staff, expensive $30/day parking"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-Santa-Cruz.h71965468.Hotel-Information)

![Marea Sol Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88130000/88129500/88129451/a46c0e73_y.jpg)

### Marea Sol Hotel

6/10 Okay

"Funky layout. Tight spaces. PAPER THIN windows and walls to the balcony. Might as well have slept ON actual Beach Street. We paid for two horrible nights of sleep and we’ve stayed at neighboring properties with zero of these issues. Will not return. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Marea-Sol-Hotel.h88129451.Hotel-Information)

![Ocean Pacific Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1660000/1652500/1652437/0fb90d92_y.jpg)

### Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Older hotel but clean and in a great location. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Ocean-Pacific-Lodge.h1652437.Hotel-Information)

![Seaside Inn & Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92190000/92182400/92182364/843b93df_y.jpg)

### Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Seaside-Inn-Suites.h92182364.Hotel-Information)

![Fireside Inn Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/900000/890900/890831/w1224h886x33y25-a4feb59a_y.jpg)

### Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Yes"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Fireside-Inn-Santa-Cruz.h890831.Hotel-Information)

![Surf City Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/5300/5293/d926e1b6_y.jpg)

### Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"Never got deposit back "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Surf-City-Inn-And-Suites.h5293.Hotel-Information)

![La Bahia Hotel and Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116230000/116228500/116228420/d4fd4c92_y.jpg)

### La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful!"

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-La-Bahia-Hotel-And-Spa.h116228420.Hotel-Information)

![Hyatt Place Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/18000000/17280000/17272000/17271952/b0c40f38_y.jpg)

### Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"The pool was great, the staff was nice, the room was clean and spacious. "

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Santa-Cruz.h17271952.Hotel-Information)

![Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/ed4e7c2d_y.jpg)

### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and quiet."

[](https://expedia.co.uk/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hotel-Paradox.h11056.Hotel-Information)

## Hotels near other Main Beach attractions

![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6666/86ce10b1-7f0c-424b-bfee-26cbbec81a2b.jpg)

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### Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)

Have a fun-filled day with the family at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk during your visit to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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![Pier at Santa Cruz, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6209895/eb65cea1-184a-499c-ae20-633fad3592be.jpg)

### Santa Cruz Wharf

4.4/5 (790 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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![T4D055 Sunset, Cowell Beach, Santa Cruz, California, United States](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621557937450/fe21f93d-bfaa-46a2-a425-8cd03914b5a9.jpg)

### 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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### Santa Cruz Main Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails. 

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### Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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### Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during your trip to Lower Seabright. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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### Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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### Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots. 

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