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An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Natalya

£106

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

2. Salt Air Lodge

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Kyle

£68

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

3. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Justin

£59

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

A lobby with a wooden ceiling, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

4. Inn At Pasatiempo

4.9 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Paul

£88

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 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 resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

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

5. Seascape Beach Resort

11.8 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Haleh

£268

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

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

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Anna Christine

£117

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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.

7. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 5.5 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Andrea

£142

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

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

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

7.8 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Steven

£88

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

A motel sign with a neon 'NO VACANCY' message.

Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.3 mi from Sand Plant Beach

James

£61

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

A covered corridor with a railing, large windows, and a view of a parking lot.

A compact room with a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, a wooden cabinet, and a red chair.

10. Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 4.2 mi from Sand Plant Beach

John

£59

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.8 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Frank

£112

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

8.9 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Robin

£94

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

13. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Michael

£63

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A natural rock arch formation with a clear view of the ocean and a sunset in the background.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Irinea

£63

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

15. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 5.2 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Grant

£70

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.3 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Steve

£111

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a white picket fence, a small bridge, and a bush.

17. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 4.1 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Siddharth

£56

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a TV screen.

18. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

8.1 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Margaret

£95

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A conference room with round tables, black chairs, and a carpeted floor.

A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a television.

A person holding a tray with food, a table with chairs, and a natural outdoor setting.

19. Chaminade Resort & Spa

6.5 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Erica

£172

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 3.7 mi from Sand Plant Beach

Anthony

£74

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sand Plant Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Salt Air Lodge	8.4 Very good 136 reviews	View
Seaside Inn & Suites	8.2 Very good 1,130 reviews	View
Inn At Pasatiempo	8.8 Excellent 1,014 reviews	View
Seascape Beach Resort	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View

Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Never disappoint. Will see you soon."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The person that checked us in was great she had great customer service . The room was nice. We were close to pretty much everything , I highly recommend the Casablanca."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Pet freindly and they allowed us a 3 pm check out. Bonus."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Me gustó la piscina atemperada"

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent

"A wonderful hotel with the nicest staff we have ever met! The location is great, walkable to the beach and many food options! The staff were wonderful and very kind to give us food recommendations!"

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Hotel is clean, staff is very friendly and helpful, not too far of a walk to the boardwalk and downtown!"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location."

West Cliff Getaway

10/10 Excellent

"We couldn’t have been happier with our stay. The house felt like a home and we had plenty of room. The location was AMAZING! My sisters in law and I did the Santa Cruz 70.3IM and it was perfect viewing for my niece and nephew to cheer us on since we went by several times just steps from the house. It was so close to the start/finish as well. As I mentioned the house felt like a home and there were plenty of games for the littles in our family and they really enjoyed the “vintage” TV in the bedroom. It was also great being able to walk those few steps to see all the wildlife visible from the viewpoints near the house. If we do this race again or simply visit Santa Cruz we would love to stay there again. Thank you for everything."

Iconic West Cliff with Views!

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent location, especially if you’re in town for the half Ironman"

Other attractions near Sand Plant Beach

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a clear sky, and a dirt path.

Fern Grotto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fern Grotto Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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A beach with a cave entrance, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular 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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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Three Mile Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Three Mile Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sand Plant Beach?

Sand Plant Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 231 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay close to Sand Plant 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 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Sand Plant Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.

How many hotels will I find close to Sand Plant Beach?

Expedia has 231 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sand Plant Beach.

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

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals near Sand Plant Beach.

What can I see and do near Sand Plant Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Sand Plant Beach hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

2. Salt Air Lodge

3. Seaside Inn & Suites

4. Inn At Pasatiempo

5. Seascape Beach Resort

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

10. Drift Inn

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

13. Beachview Inn

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

15. Hitching Post Studios Inn

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

17. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

18. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

19. Chaminade Resort & Spa

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

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Top Sand Plant Beach Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

Casablanca On The Beach

Ocean Pacific Lodge

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

West Cliff Getaway

Iconic West Cliff with Views!

Other attractions near Sand Plant Beach

Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Wilder Beach

Three Mile Beach

Younger Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

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