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Explore beach hotels in Santa Cruz, CA from $87

Name: Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Price range: $152 total
Rating: 8.4

Top Santa Cruz Beach Resorts & Hotels

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

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$279 nightly

$317 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this eco-certified resort. Relax with a drink at the bar/lounge and enjoy perks like ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"The view makes this hotel worth visiting but the surrounding area is not the best part of Santa Cruz. Cool to be right on the beach though and amazing to watch your teenage kids surf in the sea from your balcony! Bathrooms very basic but clean towels and linen. Valet staff super friendly and ..."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Beach Street Inn and Suites

125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA

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$188 nightly

$215 total

Sep 10 - Sep 11

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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.

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

"Perfect location. Exactly what we needed."

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Casablanca On The Beach

101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA

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$280 nightly

$318 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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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! (1,163 reviews)

"I really wanted to love this property, but there are definitely a few flaws. While the staff wants to be extremely helpful and is very kind, everything is a bit disorganized. While the location can’t be beat, the property is showing its age. Walls are dirty, common areas are dirty. Our room was not ..."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Rio Sands Hotel

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA

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$117 nightly

$135 total

Sep 3 - Sep 4

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An outdoor pool, free self parking, and barbecue grills are featured at this motel. WiFi in public areas is free. A 24-hour business center, a garden, and a ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA

$104 nightly

$120 total

Sep 16 - Sep 17

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. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,122 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"First off, bed couldn’t be more comfortable, The seafood was plentiful"

Reviewed on Aug 20, 2025

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA

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$132 nightly

$152 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

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, ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...

"Location was excellent"

Reviewed on Aug 19, 2025

Beachview Inn

50 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA

$89 nightly

$102 total

Aug 24 - Aug 25

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)

"It is great value for the location. Place is a little dated, but very clean and tidy."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

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

You won’t be disappointed

"Me my family and friends have made this hotel our 1st choice when traveling to Santa Cruz, you can’t beat the price and conveniently close to board walk. And the staff is great."

Reviewed on Jun 1, 2023

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Top Beach Hotels where Kids Stay FREE

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

174 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

$253 nightly

$286 total

Aug 25 - Aug 26

Total with taxes and fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (484 reviews)

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA

$279 nightly

$317 total

Sep 1 - Sep 2

Total with taxes and fees

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)

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