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Our top choices for Santa Maria's Beach hotels

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1. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.3 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (614 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, pack a sweater or two"
United States
Jason
The price is £191
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Lobby

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
1.3 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is £144
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
1.4 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was amazing."
United States
Kate
The price is £137
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

4. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Cute place. Very clean and quiet."
United States
Kelly
The price is £107
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Rio Vista Suites
Property amenity

5. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,152 reviews)
"We love the location, friendly staff, and cleanliness of this hotel. We have stayed her more then one time and every time it's great."
United States
Holly
The price is £141
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

6. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (129 reviews)
"For the price is a good hotel I'll stay there again"
United States
Vicente
The price is £67
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Drift Inn
Garden

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.8 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains

8. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.5 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is £152
includes taxes & fees
26 Aug - 27 Aug
Bella Notte
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9. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Staff was super kind"
United States
Joyce
The price is £63
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Free daily continental breakfast

10. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"The location was perfect, very close to the beach and attractions."
United States
Lucia
The price is £100
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
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11. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,586 reviews)
"Very convenient hotel location for the boardwalk."
United States
Clarissa
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Marea Sol Hotel
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

12. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 2 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Everything was perfect Room was very quiet."
United States
David
The price is £79
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Torch Lite Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (940 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
United States
Ismael
The price is £90
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), cots/infant beds, rollaway beds

14. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, pool excellent , friendly, and near boardwalks,"
United States
Tatiana
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Balcony view

15. Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 1.8 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room was nice and clean"
United States
Ramon
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Ocean Gate Inn
Reception

16. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
6.6 out of 10, (626 reviews)
"Affordable and close to the boardwalk. No amenities."
United States
Faraon
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Capri Motel
Suite, Fireplace | Balcony view

17. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
1.9 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (869 reviews)
"It was a beautiful area to stay at, and the room is very spacious super close to the beach me and my family really liked it"
United States
Richard
The price is £292
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

18. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, amazing staff, prime location."
United States
Toleen
The price is £376
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Restaurant

19. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,036 reviews)
"One of our favorite places to stay for a long weekend."
United States
Dr. Donald
The price is £302
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

20. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
2.5 mi from Santa Maria's Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Very charming old house on a beautiful point overlooking the bay covered in trees absolutely one of the most scenic places i have ever stayed."
United States
William
The price is £161
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Monarch Cove Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Maria's Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Bella Notte
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
6 reviews
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Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,004 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,586 reviews
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Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Exterior
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
614 reviews
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Top Santa Maria's Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Beachfront and beautiful view. Parking is a bit tight but nothing unbearable."
Anna 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel

Other attractions near Santa Maria's Beach

Seabright Beach

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

What's the area like around Santa Maria's Beach?
Santa Maria's 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 181 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Adjacent to Santa Maria's Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Another good choice is Bella Notte, located just 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Santa Maria's Beach?
Expedia has 181 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Maria's Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Maria's Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to Santa Maria's Beach.
What can I see and do near Santa Maria's Beach?
Capitola Historical Museum, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House are landmarks that you won't want to miss. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.