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Our top choices for Sunny Cove Beach hotels

Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (574)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is NZ$255
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Beach nearby
Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn

Harbor Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (353)
"Nice space and very helpful staff. Everything is close by and easy to get to. The space is comfortable and clean and secure."
United States
Sally
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Harbor Inn
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1000)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Lobby
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
2.5 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Restaurant
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (73)
"Great stay"
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$636
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1322)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Suite
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is NZ$251
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1240)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$221
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is NZ$225
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Sunny Cove Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is NZ$461
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Garden
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (308)
"Clean, quiet and spacious room. It's not Hilton, but it is good value. A full kitchen with all appliances. Kitchen ware is available for $5. I will definitely be back."
United States
Roger
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.7 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1033)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1189)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Newly Remodeled 2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (923)
"Place is really nice friendly people "
United States
Manny
Seaside Inn & Suites
Superior King + Beach View
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Scenic inn with great service in a great neighborhood."
United States
Andrea
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.7 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (64)
"rooms were clean, beds were good, staffs were nice."
United States
Henry
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Drift Inn
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.8 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"The room was clean and the staff very friendly. Would stay again."
Canada
Susan
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Aqua Breeze Inn
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 2.9 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (855)
"Clean room, easy parking, and nice staff."
United States
Kristie
The price is NZ$122
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
One Queen Bed
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.1 km from Sunny Cove Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Beachview Inn
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Top Sunny Cove Beach Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Na"
Dianne 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sunny Cove Beach?
Sunny Cove Beach is located in Twin Lakes. Travellers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 148 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay near Sunny Cove Beach?
Adjacent to Sunny Cove Beach, Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection and Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I find close to Sunny Cove Beach?
Expedia has 148 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Sunny Cove Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sunny Cove Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to Sunny Cove Beach.
What can I see and do near Sunny Cove Beach?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Sights like Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are landmarks to visit in the area. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park.