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1. Santa Cruz Hostel

2. Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

3. Casablanca Inn On The Beach

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

5. Beach Street Inn And Suites

6. Marea Sol Hotel

7. Seaway Inn

Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach

8. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

9. Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. Aqua Breeze Inn

Top Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach

  • Great deal
  • Beach access
Santa Cruz Hostel Santa Cruz Hostel

Santa Cruz Hostel

321 Main St
1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

This Santa Cruz hostel is located a mere 450 metres from Sanctuary Exploration Center, while the nearby cultural attractions include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is a mere 1.2 km from.

You can also visit Cowell's Beach Surf Shop, located just 5 minutes' walk away.

8.8
155 reviews
~ US$40 / night

Santa Cruz Hostel

1.1 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Luggage storage
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

Santa Cruz Hostel

This Santa Cruz hostel is located a mere 450 metres from Sanctuary Exploration Center, while the nearby cultural attractions include Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, which is a mere 1.2 km from.

You can also visit Cowell's Beach Surf Shop, located just 5 minutes' walk away.

8.8
155 reviews
From US$ 40 / night
  • Beach access
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

611 Third Street
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf course
  • Garden area

The friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach" is merely 1.8 km from this hotel, while Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is merely 1.6 km away. Guests can easily reach the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach nearly a 25-minute walk from the Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

Right near the property there is Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

8.3
737 reviews
~ US$79 / night

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Golf course
  • Garden area

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

The friendly coastline "Seabright State Beach" is merely 1.8 km from this hotel, while Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park is merely 1.6 km away. Guests can easily reach the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach nearly a 25-minute walk from the Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

Right near the property there is Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

8.3
737 reviews
From US$ 79 / night
  • 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 course
  • Sun terrace

The centre of Santa Cruz is reachable in 15 minutes' walk.

This 4-star inn is located in close proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, just off Sanctuary Exploration Center.

A sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course are also provided on site for your pleasure.

8.1
1934 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 course
  • Sun terrace

Casablanca Inn On The Beach

The centre of Santa Cruz is reachable in 15 minutes' walk.

This 4-star inn is located in close proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, just off Sanctuary Exploration Center.

A sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course are also provided on site for your pleasure.

8.1
1934 reviews
From US$ 125 / night

Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony

  • 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

The comfortable hotel enjoys its convenient location not far from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The Wide Main Sandy Beach is 0.7 km from the La Quinta Inn & Suites.

This accommodation is situated a few steps from Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Guests have the option of attending fitness classes at a fitness centre available on site.

8.7
1193 reviews
~ US$151 / 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

The comfortable hotel enjoys its convenient location not far from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. The Wide Main Sandy Beach is 0.7 km from the La Quinta Inn & Suites.

This accommodation is situated a few steps from Sanctuary Exploration Center.

Guests have the option of attending fitness classes at a fitness centre available on site.

8.7
1193 reviews
From US$ 151 / night
  • Best-rated
  • 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

This 3-star hotel is nestled in the Cowell Beach district, 250 metres from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is only steps away from the Beach Street Inn, and Sanctuary Exploration Center is 5 minutes' walk away.

Museum of Art and History is 1.5 km from the property.

Thanks to a swimming pool with a hot tub, guests can enjoy a great stay.

8.9
1258 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

This 3-star hotel is nestled in the Cowell Beach district, 250 metres from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is only steps away from the Beach Street Inn, and Sanctuary Exploration Center is 5 minutes' walk away.

Museum of Art and History is 1.5 km from the property.

Thanks to a swimming pool with a hot tub, guests can enjoy a great stay.

8.9
1258 reviews
From US$ 279 / night
  • Beach access
Marea Sol Hotel Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

301 Beach Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Vending machines
  • Outdoor swimming pool

This Santa Cruz hotel is about a 5-minute drive from To Honor Surfing Monument and steps away from Swimming Dolphins. Mike Fox Skate Park stands 850 metres from the Marea Santa Cruz.

The accommodation has a prime location a few moments from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.

8.5
836 reviews
~ US$199 / night

Marea Sol Hotel

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Vending machines
  • Outdoor swimming pool

Marea Sol Hotel

This Santa Cruz hotel is about a 5-minute drive from To Honor Surfing Monument and steps away from Swimming Dolphins. Mike Fox Skate Park stands 850 metres from the Marea Santa Cruz.

The accommodation has a prime location a few moments from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier.

8.5
836 reviews
From US$ 199 / night

Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach

  • 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

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse in Santa Cruz is merely 650 metres from the motel.

Along with other cultural attractions Museum of Art and History is nestled not far from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.

8.5
158 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

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse in Santa Cruz is merely 650 metres from the motel.

Along with other cultural attractions Museum of Art and History is nestled not far from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.

8.5
158 reviews
From US$ 99 / 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 hotel is situated in a shopping district, providing quick access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, which is 11 minutes' walk away.

There are also a Jacuzzi, a patio, and a golf course provided on-site.

8.7
671 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 is situated in a shopping district, providing quick access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, which is 11 minutes' walk away.

There are also a Jacuzzi, a patio, and a golf course provided on-site.

8.7
671 reviews
From US$ 222 / 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

Located in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, only 1.8 km from To Honor Surfing Monument, this Santa Cruz hotel is also only 13 minutes' stroll from Lighthouse Field State Beach. Be sure to visit Museum of Art and History within a few blocks of the hotel.

Guests residing at the Howard Johnson have the advantage of proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, located just 0.7 km away.

7.7
1050 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

Located in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz, only 1.8 km from To Honor Surfing Monument, this Santa Cruz hotel is also only 13 minutes' stroll from Lighthouse Field State Beach. Be sure to visit Museum of Art and History within a few blocks of the hotel.

Guests residing at the Howard Johnson have the advantage of proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, located just 0.7 km away.

7.7
1050 reviews
From US$ 108 / night

Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach

  • Beach access
Aqua Breeze Inn Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

204 Second Street
1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

This Santa Cruz hotel is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz. When staying at the accommodation, guests will be in proximity to the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

The Aqua Breeze Santa Cruz stands 2.1 km from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

7.6
908 reviews
~ US$99 / night

Aqua Breeze Inn

1.3 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Laundry
  • Sun terrace

Aqua Breeze Inn

This Santa Cruz hotel is located in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz. When staying at the accommodation, guests will be in proximity to the Wide Main Sandy Beach.

The Aqua Breeze Santa Cruz stands 2.1 km from Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike.

7.6
908 reviews
From US$ 99 / night
Surf City Inn & Suites Surf City Inn & Suites

Surf City Inn & Suites

619 Riverside Avenue
1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • Heated swimming pool

The motel is located approximately 500 metres from Beach Flats Community Garden and within 5 minutes' walk of Mike Fox Park. Pacific Garden Mall in Santa Cruz is within a few blocks of the Surf City Inn & Suites.

The area also includes natural sites like the sporty Harvey West Park, which are 2.2 km from the accommodation.

6.9
1530 reviews
~ US$68 / night

Surf City Inn & Suites

1.0 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • Heated swimming pool

Surf City Inn & Suites

The motel is located approximately 500 metres from Beach Flats Community Garden and within 5 minutes' walk of Mike Fox Park. Pacific Garden Mall in Santa Cruz is within a few blocks of the Surf City Inn & Suites.

The area also includes natural sites like the sporty Harvey West Park, which are 2.2 km from the accommodation.

6.9
1530 reviews
From US$ 68 / night
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

2956 Mission Street
2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Heated swimming pool

Located 3.2 km from the sporty Harvey West Park, this smoke-free hotel is also 3.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. At the Fairfield Inn & Suites you'll be within 15 minutes' walk of Natural Bridges State Beach.

The nearby notable religious buildings include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 3.3 km from the property.

There are also a hot tub, a sundeck, and a golf course provided on-site. Surfing and hiking are offered to the guests.

8.6
191 reviews
~ US$134 / night

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

2.9 km (1.8 mi) from city center
  • Car park
    Charges may apply
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Live entertainment
  • Heated swimming pool

Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz

Located 3.2 km from the sporty Harvey West Park, this smoke-free hotel is also 3.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. At the Fairfield Inn & Suites you'll be within 15 minutes' walk of Natural Bridges State Beach.

The nearby notable religious buildings include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 3.3 km from the property.

There are also a hot tub, a sundeck, and a golf course provided on-site. Surfing and hiking are offered to the guests.

8.6
191 reviews
From US$ 134 / night
  • Beach access
Edgewater Beach Inn Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn

525 Second Street
1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Heated swimming pool

The inn provides a prime location right near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The property is within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

The Edgewater is also 2.7 km from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach.

8.2
268 reviews
~ US$130 / night

Edgewater Beach Inn

1.2 km (0.7 mi) from city center
  • BBQ facilities
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour security
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Ironing facilities
  • Heated swimming pool

Edgewater Beach Inn

The inn provides a prime location right near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. The property is within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.

The Edgewater is also 2.7 km from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach.

8.2
268 reviews
From US$ 130 / night
  • Top location
  • Beach access
Hotel Solares Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Avenue
1.0 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Heated swimming pool

The protected Lighthouse Field State Beach is a popular place to visit, located 2.2 km from the 2-star smoke-free hotel.

The Solares Santa Cruz has a heated pool.

6.8
1369 reviews
~ US$61 / night

Hotel Solares

1.0 km (0.6 mi) from city center
  • Picnic area/ Tables
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Jacuzzi
  • Heated swimming pool

Hotel Solares

The protected Lighthouse Field State Beach is a popular place to visit, located 2.2 km from the 2-star smoke-free hotel.

The Solares Santa Cruz has a heated pool.

6.8
1369 reviews
From US$ 61 / night
  • Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

330 Ocean Street
1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Jacuzzi
  • Indoor swimming pool

The hotel is located 6 minutes' walk from Art League Inc-Santa Cruz and is within a few blocks of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Guests will find Santa Cruz Wharf Pier a mere 1.9 km from this comfortable hotel.

The nearby cultural attractions include Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, which is in the vicinity of The Aqua Pacific.

The presence of a swimming pool with a hot tub ensures guests a great stay.

7.2
781 reviews
~ US$114 / night

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

1.2 km (0.8 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Jacuzzi
  • Indoor swimming pool

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The hotel is located 6 minutes' walk from Art League Inc-Santa Cruz and is within a few blocks of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center. Guests will find Santa Cruz Wharf Pier a mere 1.9 km from this comfortable hotel.

The nearby cultural attractions include Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History, which is in the vicinity of The Aqua Pacific.

The presence of a swimming pool with a hot tub ensures guests a great stay.

7.2
781 reviews
From US$ 114 / night
  • Eco-friendly stay
  • Beach access
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

2424 Mission Street
2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre

Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster is approximately 3 km away, and culture-oriented attractions such as Museum of Art and History lie 2.6 km from this Santa Cruz hotel. Be sure to visit UCSC Arboretum around a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Cowell Beach, 2.2 km from the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz.

7.9
212 reviews
~ US$132 / night

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

2.1 km (1.3 mi) from city center
  • Free parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Fitness centre

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, Ca

Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster is approximately 3 km away, and culture-oriented attractions such as Museum of Art and History lie 2.6 km from this Santa Cruz hotel. Be sure to visit UCSC Arboretum around a 15-minute drive from the hotel.

Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting Cowell Beach, 2.2 km from the Hampton Inn Santa Cruz.

7.9
212 reviews
From US$ 132 / night
Chaminade Resort & Spa Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

One Chaminade Lane
5.0 km (3.1 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Heated swimming pool

Seabright State Sandy Beach is about 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, while Felt Street County Park is around 15 minutes' drive away. Plus the Chaminade Santa Cruz is 2.5 km from Arana Gulch Trail.

Guests can make use of a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and two hot tubs or go in for hiking, lawn tennis, and badminton. Guests staying at Chaminade Resort & Spa can also enjoy fitness classes at a fitness centre onsite.

7.8
229 reviews
~ US$199 / night

Chaminade Resort & Spa

5.0 km (3.1 mi) from city center
  • In-room breakfast
  • Valet parking
  • 24-hour reception
  • Air conditioning
  • Steam room
  • Heated swimming pool

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Seabright State Sandy Beach is about 10 minutes' drive from the hotel, while Felt Street County Park is around 15 minutes' drive away. Plus the Chaminade Santa Cruz is 2.5 km from Arana Gulch Trail.

Guests can make use of a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and two hot tubs or go in for hiking, lawn tennis, and badminton. Guests staying at Chaminade Resort & Spa can also enjoy fitness classes at a fitness centre onsite.

7.8
229 reviews
From US$ 199 / 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, $
Santa Cruz Hostel

8.8 / 10

(155 Reviews)

From 40$
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8.3 / 10

(737 Reviews)

From 79$
Casablanca Inn On The Beach

8.1 / 10

(1934 Reviews)

From 125$
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz

8.7 / 10

(1193 Reviews)

From 151$
Beach Street Inn And Suites

8.9 / 10

(1258 Reviews)

From 279$

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