Top 10 Hotels Near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve in Santa Cruz for 2026

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A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

1. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Philip

RM465

RM539 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

2. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Judy

RM374

RM465 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a couch, and a view of the outdoors through a balcony.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Anna

RM482

RM558 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A modern bedroom with a bed, a bench, a TV, and a window.

4. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Myla

RM474

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8.6 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

William

RM552

RM635 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

6. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

8.6 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Michael

RM465

RM538 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.4 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Frank

RM547

RM631 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

8. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Julia

RM332

RM637 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

9. Seascape Beach Resort

16.2 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Ryan

RM768

RM1,188 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

10. Monarch Cove Inn

10.5 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Matthew

RM779

RM886 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious cafe with wooden ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a mural of musicians.

An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.

A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

11. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13.5 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

John

RM432

RM502 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

12. Inn at Depot Hill

10 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Joseph

RM913

RM1,269 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

13. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9.9 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Rochelle

RM393

RM454 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.2 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Grester

RM473

RM548 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A blue house with a deck, a fenced area, and a garden with pink flowers.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

15. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Scott

RM350

RM406 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

16. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Sofia

RM474

RM549 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

17. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Devin

RM1,282

RM1,667 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

18. Capitola Hotel

9.8 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Liz

RM955

RM1,110 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

19. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 3.3 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Tasia

RM302

RM402 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

20. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Jiexin

RM894

RM1,020 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

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Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 719 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	9.2 Wonderful 310 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View

Top Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Overall a great stay. Close to where I needed to be for a concert nearby."

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"The location of this hotel, across from the Santa Cruz beach, is ideal. The walk ability to the Boardwalk is great. Our room was clean, quiet & comfortable. Would recommend staying here."

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great spacious parking"

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location with a great view of the ocean, pier and boardwalk. We stayed in the tower section that always has a nice view. Staff was friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. So much is within walking distance. Downtown, pier, boardwalk, surfing, people watching. My number one place to stay when coming to Santa Cruz."

Edgewater Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and an even better jet bath tub."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good

"Breakfast is excellent. Beds are bit firm for my task. Didn't try pool or hot tub. Staff very friendly and professional. Parking is easy."

Other attractions near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.

Natural Bridges State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Natural Bridges State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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De Anza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at De Anza Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Swift Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Swift Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 24 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve. Another good option is Mission Inn, located just 1 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 24 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve.

What can I see and do near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Explore landmarks like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve hotels

1. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

2. Mission Inn

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

4. Seaway Inn

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

6. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

9. Seascape Beach Resort

10. Monarch Cove Inn

11. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

12. Inn at Depot Hill

13. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

15. Edgewater Beach Inn

16. Marea Sol Hotel

17. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

18. Capitola Hotel

19. Ocean Pacific Lodge

20. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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Top Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Marea Sol Hotel

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Edgewater Beach Inn

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Other attractions near Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Natural Bridges State Park

Natural Bridges State Beach

De Anza Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Younger Beach

Swift Beach

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Swift Street Courtyard

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