Hotels near Main Beach Santa Cruz

Q: What are the best hotels near Main Beach?

Guests love staying at La Bahia Hotel and Spa , which is a hotel near Main Beach. Another highly rated resort is Dream Inn Santa Cruz , which is just steps away. In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 4,125 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

Q: Which hotels near Main Beach have rooms with great views?

At La Bahia Hotel and Spa , there are rooms where you can take in the ocean views. The hotel is steps from Main Beach. Another great choice nearby is Dream Inn Santa Cruz , which has rooms with ocean views.

Q: What are the best luxury hotels near Main Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa , which is steps from Main Beach. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Pearl, and offers an outdoor pool. Another luxe option is Sanctuary Beach Resort , which is 38 minutes away by car.

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Main Beach

CNY2,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Beach House Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Main Beach

CNY929 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 16 - Jan 17

Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Main Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.6 km from Main Beach

CNY973 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 20 - Jan 21

Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Main Beach

CNY797 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Main Beach

CNY1,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Main Beach

CNY874 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Main Beach

CNY871 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Main Beach

CNY742 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Main Beach

CNY863 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Main Beach

CNY704 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 0.8 km from Main Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Main Beach

CNY957 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 19 - Jan 20

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Main Beach

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Main Beach

CNY971 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 15 - Jan 16

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Main Beach

CNY814 total

includes taxes & fees

Feb 1 - Feb 2

Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.5 km from Main Beach

Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Main Beach

CNY952 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 27 - Jan 28

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Main Beach

CNY882 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 27 - Jan 28

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Main Beach

CNY960 total

includes taxes & fees

Jan 18 - Jan 19

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Other landmarks near Main Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

4.3/5 (3,850 reviews)

If thrills are what you're after, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, located 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from central Santa Cruz. If you have fun at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, you'll love Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl, both a short walk away.

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Santa Cruz Wharf

4.4/5 (790 reviews)

Westside Santa Cruz is home to Santa Cruz Wharf, so why not stop by during your stay in Santa Cruz. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.

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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History is just one of the attractions in Eastside Santa Cruz, Lower Seabright so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Lower Seabright has to offer, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz Main Beach, and Seabright Beach.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is just one of the attractions in Westside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz so you might want to stop by during your trip. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Santa Cruz has to offer, head to Santa Cruz Wharf, Cowell's Beach, and Main Beach.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels near Main Beach?

Guests love staying at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is a hotel near Main Beach.
Another highly rated resort is Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which is just steps away.
In fact, you'll have plenty of options to choose from with 4,125 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodations in the area.

How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Main Beach?

You can find different room prices based on when and where you want to go. Simply sort by price on the search results and filter by your preferred criteria to find the best options for you and your budget.

Take a look at the lowest price per night from CNY704

Can I find hotels close to Main Beach that are fully refundable?

Yes, you'll find many hotels that offer refundable room rates as long as you cancel by the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the "Fully refundable" filter when you search for hotels.

A couple of highly rated hotels close to Main Beach that offer these rates are Dream Inn Santa Cruz and CordeValle.

What are the best romantic hotels near Main Beach?

If you are looking for a romantic stay, La Bahia Hotel and Spa offers 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar. It's steps from Main Beach.
Casablanca On The Beach is another great choice, and it's just steps away.

What are the best hotels close to Main Beach with free breakfast?

You can enjoy a free full breakfast at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, which is steps from Main Beach.
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz is also a recommended place to stay with a free buffet breakfast, and it's located 13 minutes away on foot.

Which hotels near Main Beach have rooms with great views?

At La Bahia Hotel and Spa, there are rooms where you can take in the ocean views. The hotel is steps from Main Beach.
Another great choice nearby is Dream Inn Santa Cruz, which has rooms with ocean views.

What are the best family hotels close to Main Beach?

The entire family will enjoy a stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz which offers free cribs, a beach (direct access), and an outdoor pool. Main Beach is just steps away.
Another great option for your family's trip is Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.

What are the best luxury hotels near Main Beach?

Pamper yourself with a stay at La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is steps from Main Beach. This hotel features 3 restaurants including Pearl, and offers an outdoor pool.
Another luxe option is Sanctuary Beach Resort, which is 38 minutes away by car.

What are the best hotels near Main Beach with free parking?

Travelers looking to drive and park with ease should consider a stay at West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn, which offers free parking. You'll be steps from Main Beach.
Another property that offers free parking is Seaway Inn, which is just steps away.

What are the best hotels near Main Beach with a pool?

Travelers can enjoy the outdoor pool at La Bahia Hotel and Spa. Main Beach is steps from the hotel.
Another great choice for a hotel with a pool is Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

What cheap motels can I book close to Main Beach?

To save on your stay near Main Beach, take a look at Super 8 Santa Cruz-Beach-Boardwalk West, which offers an outdoor pool and parking.
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach is another affordable motel to consider in the area.

What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Main Beach?

You can spend the day relaxing by the water at Main Beach, though you might also want to see nearby sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Capitola Beach, and Mystery Spot.
Santa Cruz Wharf, Roaring Camp Railroads, and Rio Del Mar Beach are other places to visit in the area.

What are the best lodges close to Main Beach?

Appreciate the natural setting around The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains, which is a 23-minute drive from Main Beach, and enjoy amenities such as a bar/lounge and parking.
Masood's Lodge is another choice located 26 minutes away by car.

What are the best cabins close to Main Beach?

Log Cabin By The Sea: Enjoy peace and quiet and a kayak when you stay at this cabin, which is a short 4-minute drive from Main Beach.
Fern River Resort: Here's another cozy cabin to consider, which is a short drive away.

What are the best campsites near Main Beach?

Lotus Yurt in Vineyard Overlooking Monterey Bay near Los Gatos, California: Experience a rural setting when you stay a 32-minute drive from Main Beach. This campsite offers guests a golf course, surfing/bodyboarding, and kayaking.
Morgan Hill RV Resort - Campsite: Here is another choice 44 minutes away by car.

What are the best pet-friendly hotels close to Main Beach?

Bring your furry friend to La Bahia Hotel and Spa, which is steps from Main Beach.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is another pet-friendly option. The resort provides food and water bowls.

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Where to stay near Main Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Beach Street Inn and Suites

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Seaway Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Mission Inn

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Casablanca On The Beach

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Rio Vista Suites

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Other landmarks near Main Beach

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Wharf

Cowell's Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Sky Glider

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Cocoanut Grove

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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