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Top Northern California Beach Resorts & Hotels

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
$299 nightly
The price is $340 total per night from May 28 to May 29
$340 total
May 28 - May 29
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"It was"

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Great for beach vacations

Sanctuary Beach Resort

3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$451 nightly
The price is $519 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$519 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
Total includes taxes and fees
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are all featured at this luxury resort. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, kids pool

Travelers say...
"Absolutely loved everything here. Pictures represent exactly what you get."

Reviewed on May 19, 2025

Sanctuary Beach Resort
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$164 nightly
The price is $188 total per night from May 29 to May 30
$188 total
May 29 - May 30
Total includes 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! (1,173 reviews)
Casablanca Hotel
"Cons: This place was clean, except we did find concealer on both the shower curtain and one towel, which made us question whether the towel was actually cleaned before being folded and placed in our room. The pillows were the smallest I've ever used in a hotel-think throw pillow. But, to be fair, ..."

Reviewed on May 24, 2025

Casablanca On The Beach
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Rio Sands Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Rio Sands Hotel

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$116 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from May 29 to May 30
$134 total
May 29 - May 30
Total includes taxes and fees
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)

Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Was quiet and clean."

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Rio Sands Hotel
Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Great for beach vacations

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott

2600 Sand Dunes Dr, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$226 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$262 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
Total includes taxes and fees
This eco-certified 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.
8.2/10 Very Good! (251 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Nice views"

Reviewed on May 25, 2025

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott
Asilomar Conference Grounds
Great for beach vacations

Asilomar Conference Grounds

800 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
Fully refundable
$155 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Jun 10 to Jun 11
$177 total
Jun 10 - Jun 11
Total includes 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)

Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool

Travelers say...
"Asilomar is lovely, historic site, the ocean and beach nearby, hiking on property. The town is nearby with restaurants and shops. Enjoyed the stay."

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

Asilomar Conference Grounds
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$134 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from May 28 to May 29
$153 total
May 28 - May 29
Total includes 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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,035 reviews)
"The hotel’s location is excellent. It is across the street from the Lovers Point and a short walk to downtown Pacific Grove, with great dining and shopping choices. Monterey’s Cannery Row is not too far away. The hotel building needs some updates, but is decent utilizing the room space effectively. ..."

Reviewed on May 27, 2025

Lovers Point Inn
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
$90 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from May 29 to May 30
$105 total
May 29 - May 30
Total includes 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 ...
7/10 Good! (286 reviews)
"Lack of shampoo in shower. Parking in front of room often a problem. Otherwise, we like this motel for its location."

Reviewed on May 20, 2025

Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway
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35,592 hotels
Lowest Price
$105
Highest Price
$3,162
Popular hotels
Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, Sanctuary Beach Resort, Lovers Point Inn, Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Motel 6 San Francisco, CA – Great Highway, Asilomar Conference Grounds, Casablanca On The Beach, Rio Sands Hotel

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