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Top Santa Cruz Beach Resorts & Hotels
Beach Street Inn and Suites
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$143 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$165 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
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! (1,003 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, beach towels, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
Love this place! Staff is great! Place is perfect for my lady and me to unwind and see beautiful sights directly from our room.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$231 nightly
The price is $263 total per night from Nov 19 to Nov 20
$263 total
Nov 19 - Nov 20
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! (1,005 reviews)
Travelers like: on the beach, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
The view, facilities, the staff
Reviewed on Nov 8, 2025
Casablanca On The Beach
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$113 nightly
The price is $130 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$130 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
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! (1,178 reviews)
Had a wondeful stay. Easy access, beach front, cute hotel
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Rio Sands Hotel
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$130 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Nov 12 to Nov 13
$150 total
Nov 12 - Nov 13
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! (1,004 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
A great location near the old cement ship. A great place to unwind with a pool and hot tub!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Ocean Pacific Lodge
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
$81 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
$95 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
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! (1,223 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
Staff nicely
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$106 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$123 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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! (1,000 reviews)
Travelers like: close to beach, outdoor pool
Travelers say...
The hotel was beautiful. However, the room was not the best. There was no outlet by the nightstand between the beds. I have a CPAP machine and I needed to buy an extension cord in order to plug it into an outlet across the room. There was no microwave, and no ice bucket.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Beachview Inn
50 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA
$74 nightly
The price is $85 total per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
$85 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
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)
friendly accommodating staff and a very convenient location near beach, lighthouse and west cliff drive.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top Beach Hotels where Kids Stay FREE
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
174 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
$242 nightly
The price is $273 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$273 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (492 reviews)
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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150 steps to the sand! Beautiful 2Bd/2Ba Condo with ocean views. Sleeps 6
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10/10 Exceptional! (131 reviews)
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Beach Street Inn and Suites
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
$143 nightly
The price is $165 total per night from Nov 13 to Nov 14
$165 total
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Total with taxes and fees
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
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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 $68 a night to $1,456 for top-end luxury. Prices vary depending on your travel dates, amenities, and neighborhood.
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