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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
Beach Street Inn And Suites Beach Street Inn And Suites

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

The hotel is not far from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park in the Cowell Beach district. Cave Train is also only 1 km from the Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz.

Sanctuary Exploration Center is nearly a 10-minute walk away.

9
1323 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

The hotel is not far from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park in the Cowell Beach district. Cave Train is also only 1 km from the Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz.

Sanctuary Exploration Center is nearly a 10-minute walk away.

9
1323 reviews
From US$ 279 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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 upscale hotel enjoys a beachfront location in Santa Cruz, situated about 5 minutes' walk from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.

8.7
725 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 upscale hotel enjoys a beachfront location in Santa Cruz, situated about 5 minutes' walk from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.

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

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
1214 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
1214 reviews
From US$ 255 / night

Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

  • Beach access
Beach Lodge Beach Lodge

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

This holiday home offers a beachfront setting 2.5 km from the arts theater "Rio Theatre" and 2.1 km from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster. Guests will enjoy proximity to educational attractions like Five Branches University, which is approximately a 10-minute drive away.

Nestled in the Eastside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, Beach Lodge is 3.5 km from such cultural places as the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

9.1
30 reviews
~ US$270 / 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

This holiday home offers a beachfront setting 2.5 km from the arts theater "Rio Theatre" and 2.1 km from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster. Guests will enjoy proximity to educational attractions like Five Branches University, which is approximately a 10-minute drive away.

Nestled in the Eastside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, Beach Lodge is 3.5 km from such cultural places as the Santa Cruz Surfing Museum.

9.1
30 reviews
From US$ 270 / night
  • Beach access
Seaway Inn Seaway Inn

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

The motel is situated in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, in the vicinity of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

The nearby cultural attractions include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is 650 metres from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.

8.5
150 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

The motel is situated in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, in the vicinity of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

The nearby cultural attractions include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is 650 metres from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.

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

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

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 350 metres from this comfortable hotel and Museum of Art and History is an 18-minute walk away. The La Bahia Hotel & Spa is also situated only a few steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

Enjoy your stay at the hotel, which is 400 metres from the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

This accommodation offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna for body relaxation and revitalization.

9.2
125 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

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is 350 metres from this comfortable hotel and Museum of Art and History is an 18-minute walk away. The La Bahia Hotel & Spa is also situated only a few steps from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

Enjoy your stay at the hotel, which is 400 metres from the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

This accommodation offers a steam room, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna for body relaxation and revitalization.

9.2
125 reviews
From US$ 484 / night

Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach

  • Popular choice
  • Beach access
Casablanca Inn On The Beach Casablanca Inn On The Beach

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 inn is located a mere 7 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park and 2.8 km from East Cliff Village Shopping Center. Guests can reach the Wide Main Sandy Beach within a 6-minute walk.

The Casablanca Santa Cruz is located in close proximity to Cowell's Beach Surf Shop and offers views of the sea.

8.2
1951 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 inn is located a mere 7 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park and 2.8 km from East Cliff Village Shopping Center. Guests can reach the Wide Main Sandy Beach within a 6-minute walk.

The Casablanca Santa Cruz is located in close proximity to Cowell's Beach Surf Shop and offers views of the sea.

8.2
1951 reviews
From US$ 125 / night
  • Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

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 course
  • Sun terrace

Guests can quickly get to Pacific Garden Mall, which is merely 13 minutes' walk away.

You just can't miss visiting Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, located 700 metres away.

Guests might as well enjoy a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course provided on site.

7.7
1028 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 course
  • Sun terrace

Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

Guests can quickly get to Pacific Garden Mall, which is merely 13 minutes' walk away.

You just can't miss visiting Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, located 700 metres away.

Guests might as well enjoy a sunbathing terrace, a picnic area, and a golf course provided on site.

7.7
1028 reviews
From US$ 108 / night
  • Beach access
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk

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

The hotel lies 450 metres from Beach Flats Community Garden and in proximity to Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Guests can get to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park that is within 15 minutes' walk of this 4-star hotel.

The area also includes natural sites like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, which are 2.2 km from the Comfort Inn Beach.

This accommodation features an outdoor swimming pool for guests' relaxation.

7.4
477 reviews
~ US$233 / 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

The hotel lies 450 metres from Beach Flats Community Garden and in proximity to Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Guests can get to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park that is within 15 minutes' walk of this 4-star hotel.

The area also includes natural sites like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, which are 2.2 km from the Comfort Inn Beach.

This accommodation features an outdoor swimming pool for guests' relaxation.

7.4
477 reviews
From US$ 233 / night

Beach hotels near Santa Cruz

Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach

  • Guest favorite
Maple Tree Inn Maple Tree Inn

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
1650 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
1650 reviews
From US$ 101 / night
  • Great deal
  • Private beach
Hi Point Montara Lighthouse Hi Point Montara Lighthouse

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.

8.9
124 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.

8.9
124 reviews
From US$ 40 / night
The Monarch Resort The Monarch Resort

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

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is a mere 1.5 km from the hotel, while Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall is 3.1 km away. The property is also situated just a few steps from Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Nature Preserve.

The nearby sports attractions include the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, which is about 10 minutes' walk away.

A Jacuzzi and a sauna, along with a sun deck and a golf course, are featured at the accommodation.

8.1
1740 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

Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History is a mere 1.5 km from the hotel, while Steinbeck Plaza Shopping Mall is 3.1 km away. The property is also situated just a few steps from Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary Nature Preserve.

The nearby sports attractions include the public 18-hole Pacific Grove Golf Links, which is about 10 minutes' walk away.

A Jacuzzi and a sauna, along with a sun deck and a golf course, are featured at the accommodation.

8.1
1740 reviews
From US$ 90 / night
  • Beach access
Spindrift Inn Spindrift Inn

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
1081 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
1081 reviews
From US$ 184 / night
Bay Landing Hotel Bay Landing Hotel

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

The hotel places you just 200 metres from City of Burlingame Seabird Sanctuary Nature Preserve and within 25 minutes' walk of Laguna Park. Plus the bayside park "Coyote Point Recreation Area" is located 4.3 km away.

There is a sunbathing terrace and a golf course that will make your stay a pleasant one.

8.4
1155 reviews
~ US$129 / 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

The hotel places you just 200 metres from City of Burlingame Seabird Sanctuary Nature Preserve and within 25 minutes' walk of Laguna Park. Plus the bayside park "Coyote Point Recreation Area" is located 4.3 km away.

There is a sunbathing terrace and a golf course that will make your stay a pleasant one.

8.4
1155 reviews
From US$ 129 / night
Dinah'S Garden Hotel Dinah'S Garden Hotel

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

This Palo Alto hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Shoup Park and 4.9 km from the private research Stanford University. The hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as the Sierra Vista Park (2.9 km) and the Pioneer Memorial Park (3.8 km).

Cultural experiences in the area feature the Computer History Museum, situated 3.9 km from the Dinah'S Garden Palo Alto.

8.7
811 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

This Palo Alto hotel is approximately a 10-minute drive from the Shoup Park and 4.9 km from the private research Stanford University. The hotel offers proximity to such natural sights as the Sierra Vista Park (2.9 km) and the Pioneer Memorial Park (3.8 km).

Cultural experiences in the area feature the Computer History Museum, situated 3.9 km from the Dinah'S Garden Palo Alto.

8.7
811 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

(1323 Reviews)

From 279$
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(725 Reviews)

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

8.7 / 10

(1214 Reviews)

From 255$
Beach Lodge

9.1 / 10

(30 Reviews)

From 270$
Seaway Inn

8.5 / 10

(150 Reviews)

From 99$

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