Top 10 Hotels Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz for 2026

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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 dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

A hotel named 'Bella Notte' with a sign displaying the address '21305.'

1. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Andrea

RM505

RM828 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

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

A dining area with a long table set for a meal, large windows offering a view, and a modern ceiling design.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Elizabeth

RM1,245

RM1,623 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with red Adirondack chairs, a view of the beach, palm trees, and the ocean.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a red umbrella, and a wooden deck.

A building with a sign reading "Beach Street Inn & Suites."

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Marci

RM590

RM679 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

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.

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Henry

RM1,369

RM1,553 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

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

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

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

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Bethany

RM561

RM647 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

daphanie

RM315

RM373 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

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

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

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Danielle

RM477

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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

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

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

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

8. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Mina

RM487

RM563 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

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 hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

9. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Terry

RM372

RM463 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Dori

RM549

RM633 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Nicole

RM359

RM430 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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

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

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

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

12. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Monika

RM510

RM589 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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 building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

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

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 1 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Ramiro

RM360

RM466 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

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

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

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

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

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.8 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

April

RM519

RM595 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

A modern lobby with a large wooden sculpture, seating area, and a bar.

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Brenda

RM683

RM783 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Donald

RM651

RM746 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

17. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.9 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Molly

RM761

RM869 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Steve

RM435

RM505 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

A glass door with a poster board displaying various travel brochures.

A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Grant

RM324

RM374 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A beachfront hotel with multiple balconies, beach umbrellas, and a sandy beach area.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

20. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.6 km from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

James William

RM460

RM668 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte	9.8 Exceptional 9 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	9.6 Exceptional 461 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	9.4 Exceptional 1,045 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,348 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, easy to access the beach and boardwalk."

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Staff were great. Room was pretty clean. Keep in mind - this is definitely more a motel than hotel, but we had no issues with the general cleanliness of the room. The breakfast was nice but there aren’t a lot of seating options. Bed was comfortable and the outdoor shower was nice for trying to get all of the sand off a 4 year old who decided to lay on her back and do sand angels on the beach."

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Clean and good"

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"The aRiverside Inn was a nice place to stay. If I’m ever in Santa Cruz again, I’ll try to stay there."

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"This, in my humble opinion, is the best place to stay in Santa Cruz. It’s DIRECTLY in the middle of town—it’s easy to get anywhere from the hotel. The property is adorable. The pool is great. The bar is open late and the food is good. The rooms are updated and super cute. Whenever friends come to see our daughter at UCSC, I always recommend it. We love it ."

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This is our second year staying here. It’s so close to the beach and boardwalk. Practically across the street. Very friendly staff. Clean nice rooms. Will stay here again next year."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Highly recommend/ This hotel was perfect- the view from the room of the beach was amazing/ the hotel staff was helpful & very friendly! They also have a fire pit looking out over the beach!! I WILL definitely return !!!"

Torch Lite Inn

8/10 Good

"Location was fantastic. Staff were very nice. Air conditioning worked great. Easy to park. Felt safe. The place could use some touch-ups. Our room smelled overwhelmingly of cleaner when we first arrived, so we had to open the door and window to air it out. True to the smell, the room was mostly very clean (especially the bed linens and towels)--the only issue was some mold in the bathroom. (Guys, I think it's time to replace that shower curtain.) I hope they do something nice with the dirt area that apparently used to be a pool. Would probably stay again--honestly, the biggest deterrent would be having to deal with the overwhelming cleaner smell again."

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"We were impressed by the room; it was very clean and cozy. The hotel is located near the ocean, within walking distance. We were very pleased."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/10 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, rocky cliffs, and houses on the cliffside.

Cowell's Beach

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

During your trip to Santa Cruz, enjoy the surf and sand at Cowell's Beach along with the surfing. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.

Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Santa Cruz Main Beach

9.0/10 (19 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Santa Cruz Main 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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Sky Glider

Enjoy an outing to Sky Glider during your stay in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Cocoanut Grove

Cocoanut Grove is just one of the places to see in Santa Cruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History during your trip to Lower Seabright. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center during your travels in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk 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 208 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Adjacent to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Marea Sol Hotel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Expedia has 208 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature captivating exhibits. Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

Hotels near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk hotels

1. Bella Notte

2. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

3. Beach Street Inn and Suites

4. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

6. Carousel Beach Inn

7. Marea Sol Hotel

8. Seaway Inn

9. Mission Inn

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Pacific Blue Inn

12. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

16. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

17. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

19. Hitching Post Studios Inn

20. Casablanca On The Beach

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Top Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Carousel Beach Inn

Seaside Inn & Suites

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Beachview Inn

Casablanca On The Beach

Torch Lite Inn

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Santa Cruz Wharf

Cowell's Beach

Seabright Beach

Santa Cruz Main Beach

Sky Glider

Cocoanut Grove

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

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