Santa Cruz Beach Hotels
Looking for a place to stay in Santa Cruz CA? Well in our opinion the closer you can stay to the beach the better. Below is a list of some quality hotels near the ocean in Santa Cruz. We have them listed by proximity to the beach with a couple of hotels we especially recommend. Just click on the links to check prices and availability. Here are some additional maps and pictures of Santa Cruz and the surrounding area as well.
Recommended Hotels
| Hotel | Miles From Beach | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites SANTA CRUZ EAST | 1 | Reservations |
Other Hotels
| Hotel | Miles From Beach | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Santa Cruz Dream Inn – a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel | 0 | Reservations | |
| Ocean Pacific Lodge | 0 | Reservations | |
| Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area | 0 | Reservations | |
| Howard Johnson Fisherman’s Wharf, Santa Cruz | 0 | Reservations | |
| Coastview Inn Santa Cruz | 0 | Reservations | |
About Santa Cruz California
The Santa Cruz chamber of commerce site offers this introduction to the area:
“The Santa Cruz area is a great place for a relaxing getaway, a fun-filled family vacation, an elegant conference, or a beautiful seaside wedding. Great year-round attractions, all kinds of hotels and inns, restaurants to fit everyone’s tastes, and a full calendar of events and year-round activities make Santa Cruz perfect for a visit any time of year. Use the links in the Vacation Planner on the right to help you plan your vacation in Santa Cruz County. ”
The Santa Cruz wiki adds these details:
“Santa Cruz is the county seat and largest city of Santa Cruz County, California in the US. As of the 2008 census estimate, Santa Cruz had a total population of 56,124. It is located on the northern edge of the Monterey Bay, about 72 mi south of San Francisco.
The present-day site of Santa Cruz was the location of an American Indian settlement since ancient times. It was also one of the earliest settlements of the Spanish during the exploration of Alta California in the later part of the 18th century, including a California Mission. During the late 19th century, after California became part of the United States, Santa Cruz became widely popular for its idyllic beaches and coastal redwood forests, establishing itself as a resort community. Santa Cruz is now known for its moderate climate, natural beauty, educational institutions, alternative community lifestyles, and socially liberal leanings. It is also home to University of California, Santa Cruz, a premier research institution and educational hub.”
Santa Cruz area businesses of note:
