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1. Beach Street Inn And Suites

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

4. Beach Lodge

Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

5. Seaway Inn

6. La Bahia Hotel & Spa

7. Casablanca Inn On The Beach

Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach

8. Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

9. Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

10. Maple Tree Inn

Best Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach

  • Beach access
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Beach Street Inn And Suites

125 Beach Street
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
    US$ 20 per day
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Heated swimming pool

Guests can access the Cowell's Beach Surf Shop 200 m from the hotel, while the Cave Train is merely 1 km away. The entertainment attractions in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz include the Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conference Center, which is a mere 7 minutes' walk away.

The Museum of Art and History can also be found within reach of the Beach Street Inn And Suites Santa Cruz.

The property features a hot tub, a courtyard, and a picnic area for guests. Diving and fishing can also be organised.

9
1339 reviews
~ US$279 / night

Beach Street Inn And Suites

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Car park
    US$ 20 per day
  • 24-hour security
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Heated swimming pool

Beach Street Inn And Suites

Guests can access the Cowell's Beach Surf Shop 200 m from the hotel, while the Cave Train is merely 1 km away. The entertainment attractions in the Cowell Beach district of Santa Cruz include the Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conference Center, which is a mere 7 minutes' walk away.

The Museum of Art and History can also be found within reach of the Beach Street Inn And Suites Santa Cruz.

The property features a hot tub, a courtyard, and a picnic area for guests. Diving and fishing can also be organised.

9
1339 reviews
From US$ 279 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 West Cliff Drive
1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel boasts a beachfront setting a few moments from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Attractions 3.1 km from the Dream Inn Santa Cruz include the East Cliff Village Shopping Center.

You can easily reach Fluke, situated approximately a 10-minute walk away.

There are live performances and a movie theatre on site and guests can enjoy diving, canoeing, and boating.

8.7
741 reviews
~ US$222 / night

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

1.4 km (0.9 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Live entertainment
  • Heated swimming pool

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

The hotel boasts a beachfront setting a few moments from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Attractions 3.1 km from the Dream Inn Santa Cruz include the East Cliff Village Shopping Center.

You can easily reach Fluke, situated approximately a 10-minute walk away.

There are live performances and a movie theatre on site and guests can enjoy diving, canoeing, and boating.

8.7
741 reviews
From US$ 222 / night
  • Top location
  • Beach access
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La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

550 2Nd Street
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 25 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Nestled about a 10-minute drive from Seabright State Sandy Beach, this Santa Cruz hotel is right around the corner from Swimming Dolphins. The La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz offers proximity to such natural sights as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach (1.7 km) and the Wide Main Sandy Beach (0.8 km).

The friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach lies 2.5 km away.

The onsite leisure experience includes an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness studio. With a golf club, guests can stay fit at the hotel.

8.7
1238 reviews
~ US$255 / night

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 25 per day
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

Nestled about a 10-minute drive from Seabright State Sandy Beach, this Santa Cruz hotel is right around the corner from Swimming Dolphins. The La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz offers proximity to such natural sights as the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach (1.7 km) and the Wide Main Sandy Beach (0.8 km).

The friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach lies 2.5 km away.

The onsite leisure experience includes an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness studio. With a golf club, guests can stay fit at the hotel.

8.7
1238 reviews
From US$ 255 / night

Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

  • Beach access
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Beach Lodge

21403 East Cliff Drive
3.7 km (2.3 mi) from city center
79
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating
  • Sun loungers
  • Patio

The holiday home is 2.5 km from the Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery, while Five Branches University is a mere 1 km away. The property is also within reach of the Sunny Cove.

Beach Lodge is approximately a 25-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

9.2
24 reviews
~ US$340 / night

Beach Lodge

3.7 km (2.3 mi) from city center
79
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Heating
  • Sun loungers
  • Patio

Beach Lodge

The holiday home is 2.5 km from the Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery, while Five Branches University is a mere 1 km away. The property is also within reach of the Sunny Cove.

Beach Lodge is approximately a 25-minute walk from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

9.2
24 reviews
From US$ 340 / night
  • Beach access
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Seaway Inn

176 West Cliff Drive
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sun loungers

This 3-star hotel is situated in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, in close proximity to the seafood restaurant Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge. The Seaway Inn is just 1.1 km from the Museum of Art and History and just 0.6 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Guests of the property can get to the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, which is 20 minutes' walk away.

8.5
144 reviews
~ US$99 / night

Seaway Inn

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sun loungers

Seaway Inn

This 3-star hotel is situated in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, in close proximity to the seafood restaurant Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge. The Seaway Inn is just 1.1 km from the Museum of Art and History and just 0.6 km from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Guests of the property can get to the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum, which is 20 minutes' walk away.

8.5
144 reviews
From US$ 99 / night
  • Best-rated
  • Beach access
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La Bahia Hotel & Spa

215 Beach Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Rooftop pool

Notable for its location in close proximity to the Museum of Art and History in the Westside Santa Cruz district, the hotel provides access to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is 350 metres away. You can reach the centre of Santa Cruz in 15 minutes on foot.

Located in Santa Cruz, the La Bahia Hotel & Spa lies 10 minutes on foot from the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

The presence of an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub ensures guests a great stay. Guests are invited to partake in fitness classes at a fitness club available on site. The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers a spa salon along with a head massage and a back massage for guests' enjoyment.

9.2
112 reviews
~ US$484 / night

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Restaurant
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Rooftop pool

La Bahia Hotel & Spa

Notable for its location in close proximity to the Museum of Art and History in the Westside Santa Cruz district, the hotel provides access to the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is 350 metres away. You can reach the centre of Santa Cruz in 15 minutes on foot.

Located in Santa Cruz, the La Bahia Hotel & Spa lies 10 minutes on foot from the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

The presence of an outdoor swimming pool with a hot tub ensures guests a great stay. Guests are invited to partake in fitness classes at a fitness club available on site. The 5-star La Bahia Hotel & Spa offers a spa salon along with a head massage and a back massage for guests' enjoyment.

9.2
112 reviews
From US$ 484 / night

Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach

  • Popular choice
  • Beach access
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Casablanca Inn On The Beach

101 Main Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 35 per stay
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

The Cave Train is approximately 900 metres from this Santa Cruz hotel, while in the vicinity of Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster this place. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is also just 0.6 km away.

Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz is located nearly 5 minutes on foot from the Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.

Located in the popular area of Santa Cruz, the hotel features a sundeck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.

8.2
1965 reviews
~ US$125 / night

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    US$ 35 per stay
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

The Cave Train is approximately 900 metres from this Santa Cruz hotel, while in the vicinity of Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster this place. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is also just 0.6 km away.

Casablanca Inn On The Beach Santa Cruz is located nearly 5 minutes on foot from the Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.

Located in the popular area of Santa Cruz, the hotel features a sundeck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.

8.2
1965 reviews
From US$ 125 / night
  • Beach access
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Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

130 West Cliff Drive
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

The hotel in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, within 25 minutes' walk of Seabright State Sandy Beach. The Howard Johnson By Wyndham is within 1 km of the Pacific Garden Mall and in proximity to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Also, visiting the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, which is 700 metres from this accommodation, can be great fun for the whole family.

Entertainment options, including temporary art galleries, are available on site.

7.7
1021 reviews
~ US$108 / night

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf centre
  • Sun terrace

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

The hotel in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, within 25 minutes' walk of Seabright State Sandy Beach. The Howard Johnson By Wyndham is within 1 km of the Pacific Garden Mall and in proximity to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

Also, visiting the historic Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster, which is 700 metres from this accommodation, can be great fun for the whole family.

Entertainment options, including temporary art galleries, are available on site.

7.7
1021 reviews
From US$ 108 / night
  • Beach access
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Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

314 Riverside Ave
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool

This 4-star hotel in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district is 2.6 km from the Sunny Cove and 2.5 km from such shopping venues as the East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk can be reached within reach of the Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk.

Also, San Lorenzo Park is situated approximately 5 minutes away by car. The Beach Flats Community Garden is 450 metres away.

An outdoor swimming pool is provided onsite this hotel.

7.5
479 reviews
~ US$328 / night

Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • VIP check-in/ -out
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

This 4-star hotel in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district is 2.6 km from the Sunny Cove and 2.5 km from such shopping venues as the East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk can be reached within reach of the Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk.

Also, San Lorenzo Park is situated approximately 5 minutes away by car. The Beach Flats Community Garden is 450 metres away.

An outdoor swimming pool is provided onsite this hotel.

7.5
479 reviews
From US$ 328 / night

Beach hotels near Santa Cruz

Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach

  • Guest favorite
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Maple Tree Inn

711 E El Camino Real
43.0 km (26.7 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Apple Park Visitor Center and Baylands Park are each 10 and in the vicinity of this Sunnyvale hotel.

Guests will also find La Hacienda Shopping Center 450 metres from the accommodation.

Amenities of this accommodation include a summer terrace and a golf course on site.

8.5
1663 reviews
~ US$101 / night

Maple Tree Inn

43.0 km (26.7 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Car park
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Fitness centre
  • Heated swimming pool

Maple Tree Inn

Apple Park Visitor Center and Baylands Park are each 10 and in the vicinity of this Sunnyvale hotel.

Guests will also find La Hacienda Shopping Center 450 metres from the accommodation.

Amenities of this accommodation include a summer terrace and a golf course on site.

8.5
1663 reviews
From US$ 101 / night
  • Great deal
  • Private beach
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Hi Point Montara Lighthouse

16Th Street At Highway 1
76.0 km (47.2 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

The Mavericks Beach is also 4.9 km away.

The hotel includes a summer terrace, a picnic area, and barbecue grills on site. Guests can also enjoy hiking and cycling.

9
119 reviews
~ US$40 / night

Hi Point Montara Lighthouse

76.0 km (47.2 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

Hi Point Montara Lighthouse

The Mavericks Beach is also 4.9 km away.

The hotel includes a summer terrace, a picnic area, and barbecue grills on site. Guests can also enjoy hiking and cycling.

9
119 reviews
From US$ 40 / night
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The Monarch Resort

1111 Lighthouse Avenue
39.3 km (24.4 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall and the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History are each 10 and only 1.5 km from the hotel. The nearby sports attractions include the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, in close proximity to the Monarch Resort.

Take benefit from the proximity to the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park, which is a 16-minute walk away.

This accommodation also has a sundeck and a golf course.

8.2
1758 reviews
~ US$90 / night

The Monarch Resort

39.3 km (24.4 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Sauna
  • Outdoor swimming pool

The Monarch Resort

Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall and the Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History are each 10 and only 1.5 km from the hotel. The nearby sports attractions include the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, in close proximity to the Monarch Resort.

Take benefit from the proximity to the Petite Lovers Point Beach Park, which is a 16-minute walk away.

This accommodation also has a sundeck and a golf course.

8.2
1758 reviews
From US$ 90 / night
  • Beach access
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Spindrift Inn

652 Cannery Row
41.5 km (25.8 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Terrace

This inn is nestled in Cannery Row with exciting glimpses of a seafarers life in addition to shopping and fine dining, in close proximity to the Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum. 550 metres from the Spindrift Inn Monterey you will reach the Play Palace.

The area attractions also include the nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium, situated approximately a 5-minute walk away.

8.9
1075 reviews
~ US$184 / night

Spindrift Inn

41.5 km (25.8 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Terrace

Spindrift Inn

This inn is nestled in Cannery Row with exciting glimpses of a seafarers life in addition to shopping and fine dining, in close proximity to the Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum. 550 metres from the Spindrift Inn Monterey you will reach the Play Palace.

The area attractions also include the nonprofit public Monterey Bay Aquarium, situated approximately a 5-minute walk away.

8.9
1075 reviews
From US$ 184 / night
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Bay Landing Hotel

1550 Bayshore Highway
75.6 km (47.0 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Sun terrace

You can visit the Paloma Playground that is 2.3 km from this Burlingame hotel.

The Mills Canyon Park is also approximately a 10-minute drive away.

8.4
1193 reviews
~ US$126 / night

Bay Landing Hotel

75.6 km (47.0 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Luggage storage
  • Fitness centre
  • Sun terrace

Bay Landing Hotel

You can visit the Paloma Playground that is 2.3 km from this Burlingame hotel.

The Mills Canyon Park is also approximately a 10-minute drive away.

8.4
1193 reviews
From US$ 126 / night
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Dinah'S Garden Hotel

4261 El Camino Real
48.9 km (30.4 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Heated swimming pool

The hotel is 3.5 km from the Shoup Park in Palo Alto.

Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Monroe Park, located just 550 metres away. The Rengstorff Park & Pool is nearly a 25-minute walk away, and California Ave Caltrain train station is situated 2.9 km from the Dinah'S Garden Palo Alto.

This Palo Alto hotel has a heated swimming pool for your convenience.

8.8
838 reviews
~ US$139 / night

Dinah'S Garden Hotel

48.9 km (30.4 mi) from Santa Cruz
  • Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Heated swimming pool

Dinah'S Garden Hotel

The hotel is 3.5 km from the Shoup Park in Palo Alto.

Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Monroe Park, located just 550 metres away. The Rengstorff Park & Pool is nearly a 25-minute walk away, and California Ave Caltrain train station is situated 2.9 km from the Dinah'S Garden Palo Alto.

This Palo Alto hotel has a heated swimming pool for your convenience.

8.8
838 reviews
From US$ 139 / night

Are you in a hurry?

Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating

Name of hotel Accommodation Rating Price, $
Beach Street Inn And Suites

9.0 / 10

(1339 Reviews)

From 279$
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(741 Reviews)

From 222$
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(1238 Reviews)

From 255$
Beach Lodge

9.2 / 10

(24 Reviews)

From 340$
Seaway Inn

8.5 / 10

(144 Reviews)

From 99$

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