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

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.5 mi from The Hook

Andrea

£140

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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.

2. Inn at Depot Hill

1.3 mi from The Hook

Joseph

£281

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

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

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

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

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

0.7 mi from The Hook

William

£117

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

0.8 mi from The Hook

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

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

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

5. Capitola Hotel

1.1 mi from The Hook

Michelle

£209

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

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

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

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

1.6 mi from The Hook

Steven

£88

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

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

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

7. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.4 mi from The Hook

Donald

£134

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

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

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 mi from The Hook

paola

£264

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

9. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.3 mi from The Hook

Maggie

£81

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

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

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

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

10. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 mi from The Hook

Roxanna

£111

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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 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.

A snack and treat display area with shelves of various snacks and a chalkboard sign.

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11.2 mi from The Hook

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

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

A mini-fridge stocked with beverages and a freezer with frozen desserts.

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

10.6 mi from The Hook

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 swimming pool area with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a lifebuoy.

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.

13. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

11.7 mi from The Hook

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

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.

14. Seascape Beach Resort

4.9 mi from The Hook

Haleh

£268

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

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

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.3 mi from The Hook

Michael

£93

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a sink and counter.

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.

16. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3.4 mi from The Hook

Rich

£100

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

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.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.3 mi from The Hook

Frank

£131

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

18. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.3 mi from The Hook

Jiexin

£231

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

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.

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 mi from The Hook

Grester

£118

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

20. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 mi from The Hook

Donna

£96

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to The Hook

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	10.0 Exceptional 14 reviews	View
Inn at Depot Hill	9.6 Exceptional 766 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 1,009 reviews	View
Capitola Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 565 reviews	View

Top The Hook Hotel Reviews

Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.

10/10 Excellent

"Sita and Tom were so gracious and welcoming. We enjoyed the deep jacuzzi so much, my husband wants to buy one just like it. Location was amazing with just a short one block down to the surfing beach. Very cute place and peaceful stay.Lisa"

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10/10 Excellent

"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."

Windows on the Waves

10/10 Excellent

"We had an amazing time at this house. We will come back!"

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."

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

10/10 Excellent

"The pots and pans are not included in the property but can be rented if needed. We were surprised to see they had paper towels, dish soap, sponge and salt and pepper for use. The place was spacious enough for us and the location cannot be beat! Literally a few steps to the beach, made it easy to go out as many times as we wanted. We will definitely be back!"

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

8/10 Good

"My family very much enjoyed our stay at this cottage. The location is excellent. Convenient to the beach, shopping, coffee, restaurants. Quick drive to the wharf and other parts of Santa Cruz. The furniture is a bit worn and the beds, while still comfortable, are getting to the point of needing to be replaced (you know the valleys that start to form). My nephew who was competing in the iron man was thrilled with and got a lot of use out of the hot tub. We had family from around the bay area come in to support and the layout was perfect to gather and visit after the race. The kitchen was nicely stocked with enough varieties of serving trays and items that we could easily put out a lovely spread. Lots of thought put into the amenities. It's a great place for young ones as well (even though we didn't have any) with a whole separate area for them to play, watch TV, and relax. We would definitely stay here again. Thanks so much for hosting us."

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

10/10 Excellent

"None"

5bdr + Kids Game Room, Walk to Beach, Hot Tub!

10/10 Excellent

"Exactly what we needed. Something close to the water, kid friendly and trust worthy space. Communication with hosts was great and the house had enough basics in the kitchen laundry room and pantry to avoid needing to bring a lot of extras. Laundry facility was great. The backyard and amenities is the main attraction. Awesome gathering space and cool that they even offer beach chairs and bikes. I highly recommend this rental."

Other attractions near The Hook

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Hooper Beach

8.2/10 (49 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Capitola Wharf

9.0/10 (241 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.

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A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.

Capitola Beach

9.2/10 (853 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

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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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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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Moran Lake Beach

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

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Capitola Mercantile

8.8/10 (140 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Capitola Mercantile during your trip to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Esplanade Park Beach

8.8/10 (84 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Hook?

The Hook is located in Santa Cruz. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 82 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near The Hook?

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from The Hook. Another good choice is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites, located just 0.8 mi (1.2 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find near The Hook?

Expedia has 82 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Hook.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Hook, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to The Hook.

What can I see and do near The Hook?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Capitola Historical Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Williams-Reynolds House to learn a bit about the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for The Hook hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Inn at Depot Hill

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

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

5. Capitola Hotel

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

7. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

9. Edgewater Beach Inn

10. Seaway Inn

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

13. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

14. Seascape Beach Resort

15. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

19. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

20. Marea Sol Hotel

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Top The Hook Hotel Reviews

Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Windows on the Waves

Dog-Friendly Cottage Near Premier Surf Beach

Oceanview Family Playground

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

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

5bdr + Kids Game Room, Walk to Beach, Hot Tub!

Other attractions near The Hook

Hooper Beach

Capitola Wharf

Capitola Beach

38th Avenue Beach Access

Pleasure Point Park

Moran Lake Beach

Capitola Mercantile

Esplanade Park Beach

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