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Our top choices for Swift 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, 2.8 km from Swift Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (594 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is NZ$587
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

2. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Swift Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,038 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is NZ$437
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

3. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.6 km from Swift Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 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$243
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

4. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Swift Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (326 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Seaway Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

5. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Swift 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$356
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

6. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Swift Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (201 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

7. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Swift Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 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$213
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

8. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Swift Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,647 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

9. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.3 km from Swift Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mission Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.5 km from Swift 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$235
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Swift Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (960 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$189
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Pacific Blue Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

12. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 2.6 km from Swift Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,550 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, 3.2 km from Swift Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,186 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

14. Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Swift Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,291 reviews)
"Good place to stay right next to the beach and food!!"
United States
Harjeet
The price is NZ$291
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Casablanca On The Beach
A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

15. Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Swift 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$202
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Rio Vista Suites
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

16. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Swift Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 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
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17. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (159 reviews)
"Clean , and close to Santa Cruz boardwalk"
United States
Julio
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
26 Nov - 27 Nov
Salt Air Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

18. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.1 km from Swift Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Everything was great from check in to the end of the stay. Location is great, the room was clean and worked out perfect."
United States
John
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Aqua Breeze Inn
A spacious lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a fireplace.

19. Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 3.2 km from Swift Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"We loved the hot breakfast, The sausage links and waffles made our day. The walkability was perfect to the beach and downtown, we got our steps in! There are more expensive places to stay, but for the price and the added hot breakfast, this place was perfect for people who were in the hotel room a limited time and just wanted a comfy and fresh place to rest up for the next day of fun!"
United States
Heather
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Swift Beach
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location, good for the price basic, a bit modest but perfect for beach and boardwalk accessibility"
United States
Margot
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels close to Swift 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
594 reviews
View
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,038 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
1,363 reviews
View
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
326 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Swift Beach

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,038)
The price is NZ$437
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Top Swift Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely amazing"
Jamie 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Other attractions near Swift Beach

A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.
Photo by Shereen Ward
Open Photo by Shereen Ward

Natural Bridges State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Natural Bridges State 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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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Swift Beach?
Swift 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 37 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best place to stay close to Swift Beach?
Located a short 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Swift Beach, Mission Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data. Other good choices within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Swift Beach?
Expedia has 37 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Swift Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Swift Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation'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, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Swift Beach.
What can I see and do near Swift Beach?
Study the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Explore notable local landmarks like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve if you want a dose of fresh air.