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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Great for beach vacations

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$409 nightly
The price is $463 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$463 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this smoke-free resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like free ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,036 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Great views and right on beach. Nice retro surf vibe. If you have and/or love kids, this is a great place. However, if you want a quiet, couples trip, this is not the place. Pool and hot tub are jammed with kids all the time and quite dirty."

Reviewed on Jul 10, 2026

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Sanctuary Beach Resort
Great for beach vacations

Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Rd Marina CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$566 nightly
The price is $651 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$651 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free resort features a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, beach yoga, kids pool

Travelers say...
"This was our second visit and bravo. Love the trails, doggy restaurant, accessibility to the beach. Great food and views . Love the amenities and classes, especially the sound bath. This is our ultimate destination for mental resetting."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

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Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

2600 Sand Dunes Dr Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$255 nightly
The price is $295 total per night from Jul 19 to Jul 20
$295 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Total with taxes and fees
This smoke-free hotel includes 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym. Relax with a drink at one of the 3 bars/lounges and enjoy the hot tub.
8.6/10 Excellent! (700 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Very enjoyable stay. Nice atmosphere."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$298 nightly
The price is $338 total per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
$338 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features free WiFi in public areas, concierge services, and self parking. A terrace, a lobby fireplace, and express check-out are also on offer.
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,256 reviews)
"Right across the main beach. Clean rooms and the views from the balconies are great."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Great for beach vacations

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$270 nightly
The price is $307 total per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
$307 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Total with taxes and fees
An outdoor pool, free self parking, and laundry facilities are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A garden, a picnic area, and luggage storage ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"The room was spacious, comfy and clean. The balcony and view of the beach lovely. The small shower has a surround with bench. The immovable high shower head faced the bench. Rather difficult to shower. A different showerhead is recommended."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

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Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

625 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$156 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$177 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total with taxes and fees
This motel doesn't skimp on freebies - guests receive free WiFi and free self parking. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,403 reviews)
"This hotel is in a great location for Lover’s Beach. We were on the second floor with a nice view and walked across the street to the beach and the Beach House for dinner. Our television wouldn’t work, so the desk clerk came to our room to trouble shoot with us. Turns out the outlet was the problem. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2026

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Asilomar Conference Grounds
Great for beach vacations

Asilomar Conference Grounds

800 Asilomar Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$144 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$163 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
A restaurant and an outdoor pool are featured at this hotel. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. A 24-hour business ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,024 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Basic but nice. Great location with perfect setting right on beach. Nice coffee shop and clean pool."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

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Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway

1234 Great Highway San Francisco CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$97 nightly
The price is $113 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$113 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total with taxes and fees
Free self parking is available and the hotel's multilingual staff can provide around-the-clock assistance. WiFi in public areas is free. Luggage storage is also ...
6.8/10 (675 reviews)
"I left early and miserable. I only booked for one night but didn't make it past 230a. The bed frame in my first room broke but the receptionist took care of it quickly once I called down. He was very nice about it and moved me to a bigger & "better" room down the way. I know that this is a Motel ..."

Reviewed on Jul 12, 2026

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