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Top Santa Cruz Beach Resorts & Hotels

Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"The location perfect walking distance to everything. Paula is the one who helped us check in she was amazing and she suggested a restaurant on the pier and she nailed it. Paula has so much knowledge about santa cruz and thing to todo. I would definitely ask her before going out. Can't wait to come back. "
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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 £224
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Casablanca On The Beach
Fountain
Rio Sands Hotel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"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
includes taxes & fees
13 May - 14 May
Rio Sands Hotel
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"We always enjoy staying here when we have a chance we will come back every time"
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Property grounds
Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (126)
"Me my family and friends have made this hotel our 1st choice when traveling to Santa Cruz, you can’t beat the price and conveniently close to board walk. And the staff is great. "
Salt Air Lodge
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
includes taxes & fees
19 May - 20 May
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Good property for this location and price. Easy to get to the pier, beach and shops. "
The price is £95
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Beachview Inn
Lobby
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Everything great except the parking, did not like to leave my car in the back ally. "
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
15 May - 16 May
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Aerial view
Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Love the murals & the turquoise building. The deck by our room on the second floor was handy for gathering. Great location. The room was clean. The only thing I didn't like was the soap/shampoo...very thin & no lather, but got some real shampoo at the desk.Could have used another blanket too. All in all, we had a good time."
The price is £84
includes taxes & fees
9 May - 10 May
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Santa Cruz Beach Resorts & Hotels information

 

Beach Resorts & Hotels in Santa Cruz

83

Highest price
£224
Cheapest price
£84
Number of guest reviews
9,363
Total number of hotels in Santa Cruz
710

 

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Cruz like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its stunning beaches and surfing, Santa Cruz has a lot to offer the traveller dreaming of a beach holiday.
What's the best hotel for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
Casablanca On The Beach is a top beach hotel offering free WiFi and free parking, located within a short 1-minute walk of Santa Cruz Main Beach . Other good choices for your beach trip include Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Marea Sol Hotel.
How many beach hotels will I find in Santa Cruz?
Expedia has 5 beach hotels in Santa Cruz that are great for your beachside getaway.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Santa Cruz?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year in Santa Cruz: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Santa Cruz is 677 mm.
What is there to see and do around Santa Cruz?
After arriving and settling in at your hotel, you might want to venture out and explore everything Santa Cruz has to offer. If you’re excited to scope out the beaches, spend a relaxing day by the water at Main Beach or Santa Cruz Main Beach. Experience the area’s surfing and entertainment choices, and make time for local attractions such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Ocean Street or Pacific Avenue.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Santa Cruz?
Here’s some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Santa Cruz with ease. To get to Santa Cruz, book a flight to Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 13.4 mi (21.6 km) from the city centre. If you’d like to venture out around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews
Expedia verified reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

5/5 Excellent
"We always enjoy staying here when we have a chance we will come back every time"
A verified traveller stayed at Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Ocean Pacific Lodge