Best Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz
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Great deal
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Beach access
Santa Cruz Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop is merely 400 metres from the Santa Cruz hostel, and natural sites like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are only 1.5 km away. Also, Santa Cruz Main Beach is nearly a 5-minute drive away.
The nearby cultural landmarks include Museum of Art and History, which is only 1 km away.
Santa Cruz Hostel
- BBQ facilities
- Express check-in/ -out
- Leisure/ TV room
- Luggage storage
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Santa Cruz Hostel
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop is merely 400 metres from the Santa Cruz hostel, and natural sites like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are only 1.5 km away. Also, Santa Cruz Main Beach is nearly a 5-minute drive away.
The nearby cultural landmarks include Museum of Art and History, which is only 1 km away.
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Beach access
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Garden area
The hotel places you 2.3 km from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach and just 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Sights within reach of the Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz include Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Dutra Overlook Park, located about a 15-minute walk away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the sporty Harvey West Park, 2.4 km from the property.
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Garden area
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
The hotel places you 2.3 km from the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach and just 1.4 km from Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History. Sights within reach of the Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz include Cowell's Beach Surf Shop.
Guests will also appreciate the vicinity to Dutra Overlook Park, located about a 15-minute walk away. Feel in total harmony with nature by visiting the sporty Harvey West Park, 2.4 km from the property.
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Popular choice
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Beach access
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
The inn places you within 10 minutes' drive of Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach and 2.5 km from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach. Cowell's Beach Surf Shop in Santa Cruz is right around the corner from the Casablanca.
The nearby notable religious buildings include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 2.1 km from the accommodation.
Other facilities at the property include a sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
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Car park
US$ 35 per stay
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Casablanca Inn On The Beach
The inn places you within 10 minutes' drive of Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach and 2.5 km from the friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach. Cowell's Beach Surf Shop in Santa Cruz is right around the corner from the Casablanca.
The nearby notable religious buildings include Mission Santa Cruz Catholic Church, 2.1 km from the accommodation.
Other facilities at the property include a sun deck, a lobby fireplace, and a golf course.
Santa Cruz Hotels on the Beach with Balcony
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Best-rated
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Beach access
Beach Street Inn And Suites
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Located 200 metres from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop, this Santa Cruz hotel lies 2.9 km from shopping venues such as East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz provides easy access to Pacific Garden Mall, which is approximately 15 minutes' walk away.
Neary Lagoon Park is merely 1.4 km away.
Those who prefer pool swimming might find a hot tub in the pool area.
Beach Street Inn And Suites
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
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Car park
US$ 20 per day
- 24-hour security
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Beach Street Inn And Suites
Located 200 metres from Cowell's Beach Surf Shop, this Santa Cruz hotel lies 2.9 km from shopping venues such as East Cliff Village Shopping Center. The Beach Street Inn Santa Cruz provides easy access to Pacific Garden Mall, which is approximately 15 minutes' walk away.
Neary Lagoon Park is merely 1.4 km away.
Those who prefer pool swimming might find a hot tub in the pool area.
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Beach access
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
The hotel lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz with easy access to Cowell's Beach Surf Shop, which is 200 metres away. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is also only 0.7 km from the La Quinta Inn & Suites.
The friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach is situated around 10 minutes' drive from the property.
The onsite leisure experience includes an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre.
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Car park
US$ 25 per day
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz
The hotel lies in the Santa Cruz Boardwalk district of Santa Cruz with easy access to Cowell's Beach Surf Shop, which is 200 metres away. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is also only 0.7 km from the La Quinta Inn & Suites.
The friendly Mitchell's Cove Beach is situated around 10 minutes' drive from the property.
The onsite leisure experience includes an outdoor swimming pool, a fitness centre.
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Beach access
Marea Sol Hotel
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Vending machines
- Outdoor swimming pool
The hotel provides a prime location just near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. To Honor Surfing Monument is a mere 1.5 km from the Marea, while Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center bus stop is 350 metres away.
Swimming Dolphins is also 6 minutes' walk away.
Marea Sol Hotel
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Vending machines
- Outdoor swimming pool
Marea Sol Hotel
The hotel provides a prime location just near Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. To Honor Surfing Monument is a mere 1.5 km from the Marea, while Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center bus stop is 350 metres away.
Swimming Dolphins is also 6 minutes' walk away.
Cheap Hotels in Santa Cruz On The Beach
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Eco-friendly stay
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Beach access
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
The hotel boasts a beachfront setting 50 metres from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is steps away from the Dream Inn, and Swimming Dolphins is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Merely 1.3 km from this accommodation, guests will also find the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
Guests can lounge beside an outdoor swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and a paved poolside deck. You can join in with diving, boating, and archery available on site.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
The hotel boasts a beachfront setting 50 metres from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is steps away from the Dream Inn, and Swimming Dolphins is approximately 5 minutes' walk away.
Merely 1.3 km from this accommodation, guests will also find the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach.
Guests can lounge beside an outdoor swimming pool with a Jacuzzi and a paved poolside deck. You can join in with diving, boating, and archery available on site.
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Beach access
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
The hotel lies only 11 minutes on foot from Laurel Park and within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is just 650 metres from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.
There is Museum of Art and History merely 1.1 km away, and Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station is a short way from the accommodation.
Seaway Inn
- Car park
- Express check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Leisure/ TV room
- Sun loungers
Seaway Inn
The hotel lies only 11 minutes on foot from Laurel Park and within a few blocks of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park. Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is just 650 metres from the Seaway Inn Santa Cruz.
There is Museum of Art and History merely 1.1 km away, and Santa Cruz Metro Center bus station is a short way from the accommodation.
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Beach access
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Pacific Garden Mall is 13 minutes' walk away, while Sanctuary Exploration Center is within reach of this Santa Cruz hotel. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, where the Howard Johnson Santa Cruz sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Museum of Art and History, which is 1 km away.
Santa Cruz Wharf Pier can also be found about 700 metres away.
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
- Picnic area/ Tables
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Car park
Charges may apply
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Sun terrace
Howard Johnson By Wyndham Santa Cruz
Pacific Garden Mall is 13 minutes' walk away, while Sanctuary Exploration Center is within reach of this Santa Cruz hotel. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk district, where the Howard Johnson Santa Cruz sits, grants access to cultural attractions like Museum of Art and History, which is 1 km away.
Santa Cruz Wharf Pier can also be found about 700 metres away.
Pet Friendly Hotels in Santa Cruz on The Beach
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Beach access
Edgewater Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Heated swimming pool
This Santa Cruz inn has a prime setting within a few blocks of the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, while natural sights like Neary Lagoon Park are a mere 1.3 km away. The Edgewater Santa Cruz is about 500 metres from Swimming Dolphins and approximately a 5-minute drive from the historic Looff Carousel.
Families travelling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being not far from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park.
Edgewater Beach Inn
- BBQ facilities
- Free parking
- 24-hour security
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Heated swimming pool
Edgewater Beach Inn
This Santa Cruz inn has a prime setting within a few blocks of the protected Lighthouse Field State Beach, while natural sights like Neary Lagoon Park are a mere 1.3 km away. The Edgewater Santa Cruz is about 500 metres from Swimming Dolphins and approximately a 5-minute drive from the historic Looff Carousel.
Families travelling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being not far from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Heated swimming pool
This hotel is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within reach of the restaurant India Joze. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park lies a 20-minute walk away.
In addition, Santa Cruz Hostel is 850 metres from the Surf City Inn & Suites and Neary Lagoon Park is 1.9 km away. A 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is a perk for guests staying at this 2-star motel.
Spa therapy, a picnic area, and a golf course are available at the Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz. You can play mini golf at this Santa Cruz hotel.
Surf City Inn & Suites
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Golf centre
- Heated swimming pool
Surf City Inn & Suites
This hotel is situated in the Westside Santa Cruz district, within reach of the restaurant India Joze. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park lies a 20-minute walk away.
In addition, Santa Cruz Hostel is 850 metres from the Surf City Inn & Suites and Neary Lagoon Park is 1.9 km away. A 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier is a perk for guests staying at this 2-star motel.
Spa therapy, a picnic area, and a golf course are available at the Surf City Inn & Suites Santa Cruz. You can play mini golf at this Santa Cruz hotel.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Notable for its location, approximately 10 minutes' drive from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster in a shopping neighbourhood, the hotel is approximately 15 minutes' drive from the sporty Harvey West Park. The Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is also not far from Seymour Marine Discovery Center University.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Moore Creek Overlook, situated approximately 1 km away. Entertainment in the area includes Santa Cruz Wharf Pier within 20 minutes' drive of the property.
This accommodation invites guests to join in on film nights. Those who like to keep fit can partake in fitness classes and enjoy such activities as surfing and hiking.
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
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Car park
Charges may apply
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Live entertainment
- Heated swimming pool
Fairfield Inn & Suites By Marriott Santa Cruz
Notable for its location, approximately 10 minutes' drive from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster in a shopping neighbourhood, the hotel is approximately 15 minutes' drive from the sporty Harvey West Park. The Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is also not far from Seymour Marine Discovery Center University.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Moore Creek Overlook, situated approximately 1 km away. Entertainment in the area includes Santa Cruz Wharf Pier within 20 minutes' drive of the property.
This accommodation invites guests to join in on film nights. Those who like to keep fit can partake in fitness classes and enjoy such activities as surfing and hiking.
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Top location
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Beach access
Hotel Solares
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
The hotel has a central setting nearly 25 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, while natural sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are nearly a 5-minute drive away. Beach Flats Community Garden stands not far from the Solares Santa Cruz.
The area offers shopping experiences such as East Cliff Village Shopping Center, which is 2.7 km from the accommodation.
You won’t get bored with a hot tub and a picnic area. Guests will be interested in whale watching organised at the property.
Hotel Solares
- Picnic area/ Tables
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Jacuzzi
- Heated swimming pool
Hotel Solares
The hotel has a central setting nearly 25 minutes on foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Iconic Amusement Park, while natural sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are nearly a 5-minute drive away. Beach Flats Community Garden stands not far from the Solares Santa Cruz.
The area offers shopping experiences such as East Cliff Village Shopping Center, which is 2.7 km from the accommodation.
You won’t get bored with a hot tub and a picnic area. Guests will be interested in whale watching organised at the property.
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Beach access
Aqua Breeze Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
The hotel lies around a 5-minute ride from Santa Cruz Anchorage and around 5 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park in Santa Cruz is not far from the Aqua Breeze.
Guests might as well visit Oceanview Park, which is a mere 0.9 km away. Families travelling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being about a 10-minute drive from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
Aqua Breeze Inn
- Free parking
- Housekeeping
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Laundry
- Sun terrace
Aqua Breeze Inn
The hotel lies around a 5-minute ride from Santa Cruz Anchorage and around 5 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Wharf Pier. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park in Santa Cruz is not far from the Aqua Breeze.
Guests might as well visit Oceanview Park, which is a mere 0.9 km away. Families travelling to Santa Cruz will enjoy being about a 10-minute drive from Giant Dipper Wooden Roller Coaster.
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Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
This Santa Cruz hotel is nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, just 500 metres from the restaurant Beach Street Cafe. Standing merely a 5-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the Courtyard is merely 1.6 km from Neary Lagoon Park.
Relax, both physically and mentally, at Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach, located 2.7 km from the accommodation.
This hotel invites guests to have a great time at a cinema. Onsite relaxation opportunities include a sauna and a foot bath along with aromatherapy, body wraps, and facials.
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz
- Restaurant
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Fitness centre
- Heated swimming pool
Courtyard By Marriott Santa Cruz
This Santa Cruz hotel is nestled in the Westside Santa Cruz district of Santa Cruz, just 500 metres from the restaurant Beach Street Cafe. Standing merely a 5-minute stroll from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, the Courtyard is merely 1.6 km from Neary Lagoon Park.
Relax, both physically and mentally, at Sunny Cove Sandy Swimming Beach, located 2.7 km from the accommodation.
This hotel invites guests to have a great time at a cinema. Onsite relaxation opportunities include a sauna and a foot bath along with aromatherapy, body wraps, and facials.
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Beach access
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Indoor swimming pool
East Cliff Village Shopping Center stands 2.5 km away, and Arana Gulch Trail is 2.4 km from the hotel. The Aqua Pacific is also within 20 minutes' walk of such natural sights as Cowell Beach.
This accommodation is in proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
- Free parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Jacuzzi
- Indoor swimming pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
East Cliff Village Shopping Center stands 2.5 km away, and Arana Gulch Trail is 2.4 km from the hotel. The Aqua Pacific is also within 20 minutes' walk of such natural sights as Cowell Beach.
This accommodation is in proximity to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park.
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Beach access
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Guests may find Santa Cruz Holiday Train in proximity to the 4-star hotel, and Well Within Spa is 1.3 km away. The Comfort Inn Beach is within a 100-metre distance of 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue bus stop and 6 minutes' stroll from Beach Flats Community Garden.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is about 5 minutes' walk away. Along with other cultural attractions Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is nestled not far from this property.
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
- Free parking
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Air conditioning
- Flat-screen TV
- Ironing facilities
- Outdoor swimming pool
Comfort Inn Beach Boardwalk
Guests may find Santa Cruz Holiday Train in proximity to the 4-star hotel, and Well Within Spa is 1.3 km away. The Comfort Inn Beach is within a 100-metre distance of 2nd Street & Leibrandt Avenue bus stop and 6 minutes' stroll from Beach Flats Community Garden.
Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Santa Cruz Main Beach, which is about 5 minutes' walk away. Along with other cultural attractions Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center is nestled not far from this property.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Seabright State Sandy Beach in Santa Cruz is about a 10-minute drive from the resort.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Arana Gulch Creek, situated just 1.5 km away. Staying at the Chaminade Santa Cruz, family travellers have access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which is approximately a 15-minute drive away.
The property features a year-round outdoor swimming pool as well as a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and two hot tubs. Keeping fit at the hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness centre that offers fitness classes. Business and leisure travellers can also make use of conference equipment and a photocopy machine.
Chaminade Resort & Spa
- In-room breakfast
- Valet parking
- 24-hour reception
- Air conditioning
- Steam room
- Heated swimming pool
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Seabright State Sandy Beach in Santa Cruz is about a 10-minute drive from the resort.
Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Arana Gulch Creek, situated just 1.5 km away. Staying at the Chaminade Santa Cruz, family travellers have access to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk Amusement Park, which is approximately a 15-minute drive away.
The property features a year-round outdoor swimming pool as well as a steam room, a Jacuzzi, a sauna, and two hot tubs. Keeping fit at the hotel is convenient thanks to a fitness centre that offers fitness classes. Business and leisure travellers can also make use of conference equipment and a photocopy machine.
Are you in a hurry?
Here is a quick list of Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz, selected based on their rating
| Name of hotel | Accommodation Rating | Price, $ | |
| Santa Cruz Hostel |
8.8 / 10 (158 Reviews) |
From 40$ | |
| Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz |
8.3 / 10 (729 Reviews) |
From 79$ | |
| Casablanca Inn On The Beach |
8.1 / 10 (1924 Reviews) |
From 125$ | |
| Beach Street Inn And Suites |
8.9 / 10 (1258 Reviews) |
From 279$ | |
| La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Santa Cruz |
8.6 / 10 (1197 Reviews) |
From 201$ |