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Top Santa Cruz Oceanfront Hotels

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Monarch Cove Inn

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Casablanca On The Beach

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Rio Sands Hotel

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Beachview Inn

Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Santa Cruz oceanfront hotels
Picture yourself seaside in Santa Cruz
You wake in the morning to a fresh ocean breeze and spend the afternoon walking along the sand, picking up seashells. At night, you fall asleep to the sound of waves in the distance. Ready to stop dreaming and start living this seaside escape? You don’t need to break the bank to have your ideal ocean adventure. When you book with Travelocity, you’ll have your pick of the best Santa Cruz hotels on the beach while saving money for seafood dinners.
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There’s plenty to do in Santa Cruz, and choosing a hotel on the coast means you’re never far from adventure or relaxation. You can spend a whole day swimming, boating, beachcombing, or jogging along the shore. When you’re ready to chill out, come back to your hotel room and wash away the sand and saltwater with a relaxing shower.
For an active yet low-key afternoon, browse shops and cafes near the beach and try the catch of the day for lunch. Some Santa Cruz beachfront hotels even have in-house restaurants and spas for ultimate oceanfront relaxation, so check your options on Travelocity. It’s easy to create a seaside vacation in Santa Cruz that’s perfect for both your budget and your sense of fun.
What are you waiting for? There’s no better time to plan an exciting escape to the beach in Santa Cruz. And there’s no better way to get the most fun with the least stress than booking through Travelocity.
Santa Cruz hotels essential information
Accommodation | 703 hotels |
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Lowest Price | $93 |
Highest Price | $389 |
Popular hotels | Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz, Cliff Crest Bed & Breakfast, Casablanca On The Beach, Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Beach Street Inn and Suites, Beachview Inn, Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monarch Cove Inn, Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA, Capitola Venetian Hotel, Rio Sands Hotel, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages |
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