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Explore beach hotels in Santa Cruz, CA from $98

Name: Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Price range: $224 total
Rating: 8.6

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Top Santa Cruz Beach Resorts & Hotels

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$357 nightly

$405 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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! (1,030 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

Beach Street Inn and Suites

125 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA

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$262 nightly

$298 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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...

"Fun trip!!! Hope to return"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2026

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA

$117 nightly

$136 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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! (1,481 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"This location was great and the staff was excellent and the rooms are very clean. Also they are pet friendly and have bags for pet and are for Fido to go. However There were some rude guest who are irresponsible dog owners and so pick up after fido. However I definitely stay here again and I would ..."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026

Casablanca On The Beach

101 Main St Santa Cruz CA

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$272 nightly

$309 total

Aug 3 - Aug 4

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! (1,239 reviews)

"Great location. Excellent staff. Friendly and professional 👍👍"

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2026

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA

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$160 nightly

$184 total

Aug 16 - Aug 17

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! (1,000 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

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$196 nightly

$224 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

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! (1,153 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"I’ve stayed here before and was more disappointed this time. I called the front desk to refill the shampoo and conditioner bottles because they were empty. That never happened, so I wasn’t able to wash my hair or my kids hair. We also had breakfast at the hotel. There were maybe 2 other tables of ..."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2026

Beachview Inn

50 Front St Santa Cruz CA

$119 nightly

$135 total

Jul 21 - Jul 22

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! (1,002 reviews)

"It's fine"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

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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Top Beach Hotels where Kids Stay FREE

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA

$204 nightly

$233 total

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Total with taxes and fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,302 reviews)

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Beach Condos in Santa Cruz

10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly

Capitola CA

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10/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews)

Beach Villas in Santa Cruz

Luxury Santa Cruz Beach Villa w/ Hot Tub + Ultra-Fast WiFi , Twin Lakes Beach

Santa Cruz CA

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10/10 Exceptional! (34 reviews)

More Beachfront Hotels in Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA

$357 nightly

$405 total

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,030 reviews)

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