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Our top choices for The Hook hotels

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace (Kyoto)
Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
2.1 km from The Hook
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (722)
"This property is highly recommended. Great staff and service! Private parking for the Kyoto room was a great bonus!"
United States
Aaron
Inn at Depot Hill
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
2.5 star property
1.1 km from The Hook
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1003)
"Beautiful place "
United States
Carmen
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Front of property
Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
2.5 km from The Hook
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (946)
"Everything where nice, clean. The views are great, and the butterfly lady was the nicest part of this stay."
United States
Philip
The price is NZ$374
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Monarch Cove Inn
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
1.2 km from The Hook
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Room and location were perfect for our trip. "
United States
Bruce
The price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby
Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
1.8 km from The Hook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (508)
"The staff was welcoming and friendly. We had early check in and the room was spotless. Everything is all decorated so nice. Breakfast was generous and delicious."
United States
Lisa
The price is NZ$362
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Capitola Hotel
Exterior
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
2.6 km from The Hook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Nice, clean comfy and good location "
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$189
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Beach towels
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, 2.2 km from The Hook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (575)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is NZ$274
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Studio, 1 Queen Bed, Kitchen, Ocean View | Balcony view
Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel

Capitola Venetian Hotel
2.5 star property
1.6 km from The Hook
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (787)
"everything was really nice. The only recommendation would be some more comfortable beds and pillow’s other than that I had a great visit"
United States
Baljit
Capitola Venetian Hotel
Outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from The Hook
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (77)
"Gorgeous new resort"
United States
Radiance
The price is NZ$601
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.3 km from The Hook
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from The Hook
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1330)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
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, 5.3 km from The Hook
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.4 km from The Hook
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is NZ$424
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.4 km from The Hook
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Seaway Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 7.3 km from The Hook
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is NZ$174
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from The Hook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
20 Jan - 21 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 5.4 km from The Hook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (892)
"We enjoyed our night stay. Room was clean and accommodating. Hotel was secure and quiet. I would defintely stay again. "
United States
Melissa
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Pacific Blue Inn
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 7.5 km from The Hook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (621)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Lobby lounge
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 8.4 km from The Hook
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"the staff was great, verry nice a wonderful stay "
United States
Bill
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 5.5 km from The Hook
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1273)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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Top The Hook Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Absolutely loved my stay the staff was amazing I loved seeing Rainbow was still working there after 3 years since my last trip and the rooms have been redecorated and it was beautiful. Can’t wait to come back"
Cartier 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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Hooper Beach

4.1/5 (30 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
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Capitola Wharf at dawn

Capitola Wharf

4.6/5 (126 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or seek out the cycling trails.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Hook?
The Hook is located in Santa Cruz. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 90 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near The Hook?
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from The Hook. Another good choice is Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola, located just 0.7 mi (1.1 km) away.
How many hotels should I expect to find near The Hook?
Expedia has 90 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Hook.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Hook, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals close to The Hook.
What can I see and do near The Hook?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History or Lighthouse Point Park. While you're exploring, swing by Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Williams-Reynolds House to learn a bit about the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Mimi De Marta Dog Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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