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Top Trending Hotels Near Main Beach

Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (660)
"I really appreciate getting a larger room since it was available."
The price is £161
per night
5 May - 6 May
Monarch Cove Inn
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"We liked everything! We did have a problem with the shower hot and cold water, but it was right before checking out and I am sure they would have taken care of it if needed. Not many times I give a five star review for a hotel/Inn, but they deserve it. Oh, breakfast was excellent too!"
The price is £132
per night
5 May - 6 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Beautiful ocean view. Free upgrade."
The price is £223
per night
5 May - 6 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (793)
"Great location, clean, very nice continental breakfast."
The price is £120
per night
5 May - 6 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (380)
"Nice, clean new fresh well appointed property. Only problem was the bed was too soft and the linens did not smell fresh "
The price is £130
per night
5 May - 6 May
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372)
"Was clean and nice "
The price is £135
per night
7 May - 8 May
Marea Sol Hotel
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Property was super clean, staff was amazing, breakfast was good, and hotel was close to all. "
The price is £143
per night
5 May - 6 May
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (934)
"It was an excellent experience...although when the young very large group of students or athletes arrived, the quiet and manners at breadfast deteriorated...but otherwise, atmosphere, room & staff were pleasant & helpful."
The price is £118
per night
21 May - 22 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Outdoor pool
Hotel Los Gatos
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Beautiful hotel just a short walk from the town center Reception staff were so helpful Pool area was clean and heated we went in March and could easily get into outdoor pool best hotel on our road trip for very little more "
The price is £157
per night
27 May - 28 May
Hotel Los Gatos
Beach nearby, beach towels
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (444)
"Right next to a small beach, dog friendly, clean, and great staff!"
The price is £179
per night
5 May - 6 May
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Newly Renovated 2 Queens, Street View | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1218)
"Excellent views and access to beach. Exceeded out expectations "
The price is £181
per night
6 May - 7 May
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (356)
"Had a pleasant stay, room was comfortable and staff were friendly. Location was great. "
The price is £81
per night
6 May - 7 May
Seaside Inn & Suites
Lobby
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Nice little hotel in a great location. Clean. Good value for the area "
The price is £90
per night
22 May - 23 May
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Fountain
Rio Sands Hotel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"This is a lovely hotel at a reasonable price. The room looked exactly like the photos. Our travel plans only allowed for a one night stay but we plan to book a longer stay the next time we're in the area. "
The price is £156
per night
13 May - 14 May
Rio Sands Hotel
Outdoor pool
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1009)
"Friendly and welcoming staff. Furniture in room is in good shape. Nice decor. Ton of parking. "
The price is £116
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1008)
"Check in was easy. Deposit was only 37 dollars. Don't know why but its better than the usual 100. There's breakfast and yes they have a waffle machine. You can eat in the breakfast area or take back to your room. There's guest laundry i live that is like 150 to wash 200 to dry available from 9am to 10 pm. "
The price is £86
per night
9 May - 10 May
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (478)
"Frontbdesk person, Jamie was very friendly Room was clean and comfortable "
The price is £153
per night
6 May - 7 May
Seaway Inn
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Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (381)
"Hotel was fine, walls are thin. There was a couple fighting down the hall and a frat party over several rooms on the second floor. "
The price is £115
per night
7 May - 8 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1045)
"It’s just a nice, clean hotel! "
The price is £94
per night
9 May - 10 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Good property for this location and price. Easy to get to the pier, beach and shops. "
The price is £94
per night
5 May - 6 May
Beachview Inn
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Main Beach Travel Info

Closest neighbourhoods
Westside Santa Cruz, Lower Ocean and Live Oak
Number of nearby hotels
937
Known landmarks
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Natural Bridges State Park and Santa Cruz Main Beach
4-star hotels
Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
3-star hotels
Pacific Blue Inn, Hyatt Place Santa Cruz and Babbling Brook Inn
Location
Santa Cruz, United States of America

Destinations near Santa Cruz

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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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Santa Cruz Main Beach

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 160 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, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Hyatt Place Santa Cruz.

How many hotels will I find close to Main Beach?

Expedia has 160 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 Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.

Main Beach Hotel Reviews
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Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

5/5 Excellent
"Was clean and nice "
A verified traveller stayed at Marea Sol Hotel
Posted 16 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel