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Accommodation near Main Beach

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Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1231)
"Super nice, clean, friendly and right across from the beach. "
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Casablanca On The Beach
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (378)
"The clerk was really friendly and nice. Nice rooms. "
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (389)
"Very nice. "
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Marea Sol Hotel
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Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"The boardwalk, wharf and the beach was walking distance. On site restaurant was very nice to have drinks, breakfast, lunch and dinner. There is a long trail to walk along the property. "
The price is NZ$483
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (401)
"The hotels was clean and in a great locations. It was walking distance to the boardwalk. I wish they would include the parking fee in the reservation since they charge $25 parking. However, everything else was great. My wife and I love the hotel, we will stay here again next time we travel to Santa Cruz."
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Awesome"
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"We did not get any service for our room. We requested clean towels and it took over a hour to get them. The TV didn’t work the last night. We got sound, but no picture. The curtain in the room was torn. It was a nice place and I will return, but details do matter. "
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Exterior
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
3.5 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1048)
"I like everything but the only issue that I have it was a misunderstanding with breakfast they told me from 7 AM to 10:30 PM. And we arrive at 10 o’clock and they already close on the other hand. Another issue that we had was that didn’t tell us that we need to request housekeeping service."
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
30 May - 31 May
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Property grounds
Continental Inn
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"We love thia place. They are clean a d close to everything. It is very walkable to downtown "
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Continental Inn
Exterior
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (811)
"Helpful staff, clean and quiet"
The price is NZ$278
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (938)
"Close to highway and very clean."
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Property grounds
Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"Rooms are a bit dated. Pools are nice . Jets on jacuzzi need help. Gym is very nice, dining pricy but good . "
The price is NZ$453
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (379)
"Very nice"
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"The staff was very helpful and accommodating! The hot y tub was a little on the “Not so warm” temp! But everything else was great! The plant based sausage Pattie’s were delicious! I was disappointed at first, but once I tried it, They were great!"
The price is NZ$182
includes taxes & fees
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Loved it, great location for surfing, friendly staff. Would visit again!"
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Beachview Inn
Restaurant
Los Gatos Lodge
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1004)
"Nice setting just behind a high school. Had some noisy neighbors but overall I would recommend staying there."
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Los Gatos Lodge
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
2.0 star property
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Clean renovated room. Lots of space, parking is convenient. I would stay there again."
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (671)
"Loved the room and the service was top notch. The deck and yard was a little overgrown and i thought i would have had a better view"
The price is NZ$331
includes taxes & fees
28 May - 29 May
Monarch Cove Inn
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"very convenient"
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Aerial view
Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1002)
"Check in went smoothly, and the property fit our needs perfectly.I would recommend and would go back again!"
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Main Beach hotels information

Number of reviews
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Accommodation
920 hotels
Lowest Price
NZ$165
Highest Price
NZ$483

Stay close to other popular attractions

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Santa Cruz Main Beach

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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Santa Cruz Main Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Main Beach?

Main Beach 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 156 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Main Beach?

Adjacent to Main Beach, 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 Dream Inn Santa Cruz and Casablanca On The Beach.

How many hotels will I find close to Main Beach?

Expedia has 156 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Main Beach.

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

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get top deals close to Main Beach.

What can I see and do near Main Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History and Lighthouse Point Park feature captivating exhibits. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are monuments to see when you're exploring the area around Main Beach. Get outside and spend some time strolling around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.

Recent Reviews in Main Beach
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Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

5/5 Excellent
"Check in went smoothly, and the property fit our needs perfectly.I would recommend and would go back again!"
A verified traveller stayed at Aqua Breeze Inn
Posted 3 days ago
Aqua Breeze Inn