Hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach, Santa Cruz

Check out top hotels near Santa Cruz Beach in Santa Cruz! Stay in top-rated accommodation just a few minutes’ walk or drive from Santa Cruz Beach.

Just a Short Stroll Away: Hotels within 1km of Santa Cruz Beach

Ocean Gate Inn

• Situated only 0.6KM from Santa Cruz Beach, the hotel is a short walk away.

• Offers great amenities like Parking, Fax/Copying Service, and Assistive Listening Devices.

• Rated 7.1/10 according to 102 reviews.

• Price range: £67-£270.

Hotel Solares

• Only 0.74KM away from Santa Cruz Beach, the hotel can be reached on foot.

• Offers great amenities like Fire Extinguisher, Fax/Copying Service, and ATM.

• Holding a score of 6.8/10 from 101 guest reviews.

• Rates between £68 and £790.

Surf City Inn & Suites

• This hotel is just 0.67KM from Santa Cruz Beach, easily walkable.

• The hotel offers Garden, Fax/Copying Service, and Snack Bar.

• Rated 6.9/10 according to 103 reviews.

• Price range: £58-£344.

Fireside Inn by the Beach Boardwalk & Bowling

• Situated only 0.32KM from Santa Cruz Beach, the hotel is a short walk away.

• Traveller' praise amenities like Golf Course, Fire Extinguisher, and Fax/Copying Service.

• Holding a score of 7.2/10 from 101 guest reviews.

• Cost range: £61–£311.

Extended Selection: Hotels Within 1-3km of Santa Cruz Beach

Best Western Inn

• Only 2.42KM away from Santa Cruz Beach.

• Keep the little ones happy with fun-filled children’s amenities so you can sit back and relax.

Continental Inn

• Set just 1.15KM from Santa Cruz Beach.

• Children can enjoy the lively amenities, giving you a chance to relax.

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Carousel Beach Inn

8.9/10

Very Good50 reviews

0.18km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Private parking

Wi-Fi in Public Areas

From £69

Casablanca Inn on the Beach

8.3/10

Very Good101 reviews

0.39km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Golf Course

Surfing

From £80

Courtyard Santa Cruz

8.7/10

Very Good119 reviews

0.33km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Outdoor swimming pool

Surfing

From £108

Beachview Inn

8.0/10

Very Good109 reviews

0.55km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Public parking

Wi-Fi in Public Areas

From £58

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

8.2/10

Very Good102 reviews

0.61km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Private parking

Wi-Fi in Public Areas

From £53

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East

7.6/10

Good106 reviews

0.41km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Public parking

Wi-Fi in Public Areas

From £69

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8.8/10

Very Good106 reviews

0.55km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Private parking

Car Charging Facilities

From £97

Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk

7.7/10

Good100 reviews

0.59km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Private parking

Wi-Fi in Public Areas

From £62

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

8.0/10

Very Good100 reviews

1.26km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Surfing

Private parking

From £80

Bay Front Inn

7.3/10

95 reviews

0.7km from Santa Cruz Main Beach

Luggage Storage

Wi-Fi in Public Areas

From £57

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Santa Cruz | 1.8KM from Santa Cruz Beach

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Waiting in line for coffee was an annoyance but still didn’t diminish the luxury feel of my stay. The largest inconvenience was the gates after 10. My first time someone was waiting there right away, but the second time I had to exit my vehicle and call from the buzzer to no answer. I only got voicemail. Eventually got in, but I was very uncomfortable in that dark area by myself, and it took long enough for someone else to pull in behind me. I appreciated the super convenient filtered water and laundry amenities that I wish were standard everywhere. I asked for a printed receipt, but their printer was down and they assured me I’d get an email, which I haven’t. Trip.com does not seem to have registered that I completed my stay, so there is something iffy among their booking and trip.com’s ledger.

Price per night from:£96

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8.9/10

Very Good

Guest User

Large room, helpful staff (they even received my package), and great breakfast. Valet parking is $19 per night.

Price per night from:£119

Pacific Blue Inn

8.9/10

Very Good

shinobikazuma25

Always pick this hotel when I'm staying in Santa Cruz. The staff are friendly and the rooms are spacious and clean. It's a 10 minute walk into downtown for all your shopping and restaurant needs.

Price per night from:£66

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

8.5/10

Very Good

Guest User

The hotel is generally very good, clean and smells good, but sometimes there are some strange people near the hotel, probably because of the city, and the internet speed is quite satisfactory. Not very fast

Price per night from:£116

Holiday Inn Express & Suites SANTA CRUZ by IHG

8.3/10

Very Good

Liang Yu

Good bed, good room, clean enough. Wafer press is good. Hotel has free water (No odor), ice and coffee. Good enough breakfast.

Price per night from:£119

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8.2/10

Very Good

Posted on Feb 16, 2026

Guest User

We had a really nice time at the resort. The staff are very helpful and friendly and the food and service at the restaurant is excellent. The beds are very comfy and the resort is very quiet. My only critical feedback is that despite some new construction on the rooms, there were no large lights in the closet, we literally had to use our phone flashlights to see anything, the bathrooms are really small and are only equipped with minimal towels, and it’s a bit difficult and awkward to request a room refresh and clean towels.

Price per night from:£163

Best Western Inn

7.9/10

Good

Anonymous User

High cost performance, rich breakfast, good location, especially the breakfast is very rich, the front desk is also very friendly

Price per night from:£89

SeaSide Inn & Suites

7.9/10

Good

Nicole

Great location. Right next to Santa Cruz downtown. The front desk staff was very nice. Free coffee from 6:30am- 11am. Very clean room. Great deal!

Price per night from:£45

Surf City Inn & Suites

6.9/10

Guest User

The front desk staff are very proactive, kind, and extremely responsive. Their customer service is outstanding. They went above and beyond to help me enjoy my stay. The hotel amenities are exactly what I was looking for. It’s a nice place to stay with the family because of updated kitchen and cleanliness.

Price per night from:£52

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Beach?

If you are worried about choosing a hotel, you can consider staying at Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £120),Carousel Beach Inn (from £69) and Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £82) . These hotels are highly rated, so you should book early.

What are the most popular hotels near Santa Cruz Beach?

Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £120),Carousel Beach Inn (from £69) and Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £82) are the most popular hotels.

Which hotels near Santa Cruz Beach are good for families?

Seaway Inn (from £98) is a popular family-friendly hotel.

What hotels near Santa Cruz Beach have parking?

If you plan to travel by car to Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Beach, you may wish to stay Carousel Beach Inn (from £69),Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £82) and Ocean Gate Inn (from £67) . These are popular hotels with parking lots.

What hotels near Santa Cruz Beach offer breakfast?

A perfect breakfast gives you energy for the day. If you want to stay at a hotel near Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Beach with a high-quality breakfast, you can consider staying Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £120),Carousel Beach Inn (from £69) and La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £207) .These hotels are very popular, so book early.

What's the best luxury hotels near Santa Cruz Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £207) is the best luxury hotel.

What hotels near Santa Cruz Beach have swimming pools?

When summer arrives, there’s nothing like a family trip to Santa Cruz Beach in Santa Cruz to make the most of sunny days. Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £120),La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £137) and La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £207) are popular hotels with pools where you can relax and enjoy the summer vibe.

Which hotels near Santa Cruz Beach have gyms?

In recent years, public awareness for body health has increased, so many hotels have fitness rooms. Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £120),La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz (from £137) and La Bahia Hotel and Spa (from £207) are popular hotels with a fitness room.

Which hotels near Santa Cruz Beach have free Wi-Fi?

Whether you're travelling for business or leisure, Wi-Fi is an essential. Courtyard Santa Cruz (from £120), Carousel Beach Inn (from £69) and Casablanca Inn on the Beach (from £82) are all popular hotels that have free Wi-Fi.

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Santa Cruz Hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach Information

Number of reviews	5,165
Total properties	58
Weekday Avg. Price	£155
Weekend Avg. Price	£235
Trending hotel	Courtyard Santa Cruz

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