Hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach Santa Cruz

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What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
  • Guests enjoy staying at Carousel Beach Inn, which is an inn close to Santa Cruz Main Beach.
  • Also highly rated is La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz, which is 3 minutes away on foot.
  • In fact, you’ll have plenty of options to choose from with 3,982 hotels, vacation rentals, and other accommodation options in the area.
How much does it cost to stay in a hotel near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Visit Hotels.com, enter your search criteria, and sort by price to see the lowest rates. You’ll find a variety of room prices depending on when and where you plan to go.
  • Take a look at the lowest price per night $85
What cheap hotels are close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?
Can I find hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach that are fully refundable?
Yes, there are many hotels with refundable room rates, but be sure to check the cancellation deadline. Find refundable rates using the “Fully refundable” filter when you search for hotels.
What are the best romantic hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
What are the best hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach with free breakfast?
  • You can begin your day with a free continental breakfast at Carousel Beach Inn, which is steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
  • The Boardwalk Beach House is also a recommended place to stay with a free local cuisine breakfast. It’s 3 minutes away on foot.
Which hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach have rooms with great views?
What are the best family hotels close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?
What are the best luxury hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
  • Pamper yourself with a stay at Costanoa Lodge and Camp, which is a 36-minute drive from Santa Cruz Main Beach and has 2 restaurants including Cascade Restaurant + Bar where you can enjoy a convenient meal.
  • Another luxurious option is Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa, which is in the larger area.
What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach with free parking?
  • Drive and park with ease when you stay at Carousel Beach Inn, which offers free parking. You’ll be steps from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
  • Aqua Breeze Inn also has free parking and is 3 minutes away on foot.
What are the best hotels near Santa Cruz Main Beach with a pool?
What cheap motels can I book close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?
  • To save on your stay near Santa Cruz Main Beach, take a look at Harbor Inn, which offers parking and a terrace.
  • Rio Sands Hotel is another affordable motel to consider in the area.
What are the best things to see and do around my hotel near Santa Cruz Main Beach?
  • You can spend the day relaxing by the water at Santa Cruz Main Beach, though you might also want to see top sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay, and Monterey Bay Aquarium.
  • Levi’s Stadium, Santana Row Shopping Center, and SAP Center at San Jose are other popular places in the area.
What are the best lodges close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?
What are the best cabins close to Santa Cruz Main Beach?
  • Log Cabin By The Sea: Enjoy rest, relaxation and a kayak when you stay at this cabin, which is a short 3-minute drive from Santa Cruz Main Beach.
  • Fern River Resort: Here’s another cabin worth considering, which is 13 minutes away by car.
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