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Top Santa Cruz Beach Resorts & Hotels

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Great for beach vacations

Beach Street Inn and Suites

125 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$110 nightly
The price is $128 total per night from Mar 10 to Mar 11
$128 total
Mar 10 - Mar 11
Total with taxes and fees
This motel features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. WiFi in public areas is free. Self parking, a coffee shop, and a terrace are also offered.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, beach towels, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
The view from the room was pretty

Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Great for beach vacations

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
$249 nightly
The price is $284 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$284 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
Beautiful

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

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Ocean Pacific Lodge
Great for beach vacations

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
$89 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$104 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
This motel's 2 hot tubs and outdoor pool are among the featured amenities. Guests will appreciate free perks like free self parking and WiFi in public areas. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,305 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
I love this place. Close to the beach, close to downtown. Great location. Friendly staff. Clean rooms.

Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026

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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

101 Main St Santa Cruz CA
$145 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$167 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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! (1,187 reviews)
Yes we had a partial view ,the room was small,the bed took up most of the room. The shower area was gigantic,with no barrier for the water to drain. There eye no shelves to put bathroom supplies,the lighting was one big light with no lamps,there was a closet but a refrigerator took up up most of ...

Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026

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Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great for beach vacations

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$120 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Mar 31 to Apr 1
$139 total
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 3 conference rooms, free WiFi in public areas, ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,088 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
clean room, friendly staff

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

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Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

50 Front St Santa Cruz CA
$79 nightly
The price is $91 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$91 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Nice staff at check in

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Great for beach vacations

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

325 Pacific Ave Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$76 nightly
The price is $89 total per night from Mar 5 to Mar 6
$89 total
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Total with taxes and fees
A seasonal outdoor pool is featured at this motel, along with free WiFi in public areas and a terrace. A garden, a picnic area, and express check-out are also ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
It was a nice stay

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

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Salt Air Lodge
Great for beach vacations

Salt Air Lodge

510 Leibrandt Ave Santa Cruz CA
An outdoor pool is featured at this motel, along with free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Staff at the 24-hour front desk can provide around-the-clock ...

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

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How much does it cost to stay in a beach hotel in Santa Cruz?


Currently, we have resorts and hotels in Santa Cruz on the beach going from $59 a night to $284 for top-end luxury. Prices vary depending on your travel dates, amenities, and neighborhood.


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Do any beach hotels in Santa Cruz have a pool?


Many Santa Cruz hotels on the beach have pools. You can choose which amenities you want and use our pool filter to see the Santa Cruz beach hotels that have pools on site.


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Are there cheap beach hotels in Santa Cruz?


Prices for Santa Cruz beach hotels currently start at just $59 a night. With 32 Santa Cruz beach hotels to choose from, you have stacks of tempting options, whatever your budget.


What are some great things to do in Santa Cruz by the beach?


Enjoy swimming, reading, and sunbathing on the beach in Santa Cruz. There’s also action-packed beach fun and watersport adventures, too. Check each hotel’s information section to find out what’s available.


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