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A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.9 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Andrea

£136

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

1.2 mi from Moran Lake Beach

William

£117

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

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

1.3 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Nathan

£116

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

4. Capitola Hotel

1.8 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Michelle

£209

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

5. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.7 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Donald

£137

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

A row of terracotta buildings with balconies, each with a small staircase leading to the entrance.

A corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.

6. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

1.7 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Cecilia

£167

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

7. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 mi from Moran Lake Beach

paola

£264

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

8. Inn at Depot Hill

2.1 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Joseph

£281

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

9. Monarch Cove Inn

2.3 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Deborah

£164

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and coffee machines.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11.8 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Jose

£107

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites sign with a clear view of the hotel building in the background.

A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, a blue oatmeal container, and a variety of condiments and utensils.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

11.2 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Joel

£110

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, office chair, and a large abstract painting.

12. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

12.3 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Syria

£102

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

5.6 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Haleh

£268

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

A hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.

14. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

4.2 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Rich

£100

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.1 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Michael

£93

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.2 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Steven

£85

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

17. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Edwin

£67

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.6 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Frank

£136

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

19. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Roxanna

£102

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 mi from Moran Lake Beach

Grester

£118

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Moran Lake Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,010 reviews	View
Capitola Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 565 reviews	View
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages	8.8 Excellent 630 reviews	View

Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

10/10 Excellent

"It was a lovely stay, very welcoming and gracious hosts. Beautiful room. Beautiful beach view and right on a great beach. Ask for the bonfire package!"

Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Premier Surf Beach

10/10 Excellent

"We were very pleasantly surprised when we arrived at the house. The house was located on a quiet street surrounded by trees. The inside of the home was extremely comfortable and clean. The backyard was very relaxing and serene. The location of the house was very close to restaurants, shops, and the beach. We absolutely loved our stay and would most certainly stay again."

Oceanview Family Playground

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and clean, comfortable house- great for a group."

Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!

10/10 Excellent

"Great access to beach. Loved the upstairs primary suite. Ocean views made the stay!"

Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS

10/10 Excellent

"None"

SUMMERTIME FUN @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing property! Can’t wait to come back"

Wave House

10/10 Excellent

"Great visit"

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

10/10 Excellent

"I honestly have no concerns about our stay there, everything was quite nice. Nice. May I suggest an elevator.? Just joking!"

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with great views at a reasonable price I would definitely recommend going and would go back"

Other attractions near Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

8.2/10 (37 reviews)

Explore the lovely green spaces of Pleasure Point Park and enjoy the surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Santa Maria's Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Maria's Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Sunny Cove Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Sunny Cove Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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38th Avenue Beach Access

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at 38th Avenue Beach Access during your trip to Santa Cruz?

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The Hook

10.0/10 (1 review)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, The Hook might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Cruz.

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Lincoln Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lincoln Beach during your trip to Twin Lakes? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Twin Lakes State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Twin Lakes State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Harbor Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Harbor Beach during your trip to Lower Seabright? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Moran Lake Beach?

Moran Lake 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 122 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Moran Lake Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Moran Lake Beach. Another good option is Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels are there close to Moran Lake Beach?

Expedia has 122 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Moran Lake Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Moran Lake Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Moran Lake Beach.

What can I see and do near Moran Lake Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Moran Lake Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

4. Capitola Hotel

5. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

6. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

7. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8. Inn at Depot Hill

9. Monarch Cove Inn

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

12. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

13. Seascape Beach Resort

14. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. Carousel Beach Inn

18. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

19. Seaway Inn

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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Top Moran Lake Beach Hotel Reviews

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Premier Surf Beach

Oceanview Family Playground

Corcoran Beachhouse - Stunning ocean views!

Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS

SUMMERTIME FUN @ 26TH AVE BEACH HOUSE HOT TUB, GARDEN, FAMILY FRIENDLY

Wave House

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!

Other attractions near Moran Lake Beach

Pleasure Point Park

Santa Maria's Beach

Sunny Cove Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

The Hook

Lincoln Beach

Twin Lakes State Beach

Harbor Beach

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