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Our top choices for Mitchell Cove Beach hotels

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

1. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is NZ$590
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

2. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

3. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (74 reviews)
"Very convenient to the boardwalk and downtown."
United States
Marlene
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Edgewater Beach Inn
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

4. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (328 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Seaway Inn
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

5. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"This place is an absolute gem. Terrific location, charming and with so much attention to the guest’s experience. If I could rate higher than 10 I would."
United States
Molly
The price is NZ$338
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

6. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.1 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mission Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

7. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,652 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

8. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is NZ$276
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

10. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (726 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (961 reviews)
"We arrived after hours and self-checkin was super easy. The Inn was lovely and was a great location near downtown."
United States
Sharon
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.5 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,188 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is NZ$227
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

14. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.7 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location !! , friendly staff clean room"
United States
Christine
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

15. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,030 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

16. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,284 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

17. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.5 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Fun funky place would ask for attic room if you go and don’t mind stairs."
United States
Shawna
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Rio Vista Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.

18. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"This is one of my favorite places to stay at Santa Cruz very clean and quiet in the front desk gal is very kind and friendly"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Beachview Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

19. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,155 reviews)
"Great value. Clean and convenient! Will stay here again!"
United States
Joe
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Seaside Inn & Suites
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20. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.5 km from Mitchell Cove Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"Clean , and close to Santa Cruz boardwalk"
United States
Julio
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Salt Air Lodge
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Compare popular hotels close to Mitchell Cove Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
599 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,364 reviews
View
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.
Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
74 reviews
View
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
328 reviews
View
A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View

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A beach scene with footprints, a sunset, and silhouettes of people and a dog.
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Lighthouse Field State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lighthouse Field State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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Top Mitchell Cove Beach Hotel Reviews

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

The room was amazing - the bed was the best we slept on , we had 8 hotels this trip and it was the best! The location is the best - walk to all the top spots. The staff need training - except valet who were on point
Australia
Sadie
Reviewed November 6, 2025
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the area like around Mitchell Cove Beach?

Mitchell Cove 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 59 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Mitchell Cove Beach?

Located a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Mitchell Cove Beach, Mission Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within 5 miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

How many hotels will I find close to Mitchell Cove Beach?

Expedia has 59 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Mitchell Cove Beach.

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

Yes! The majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer near Mitchell Cove Beach.

What can I see and do near Mitchell Cove Beach?

Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum or Lighthouse Point Park. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park.