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Our top choices for Younger Beach hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

1. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.1 km from Younger 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
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Younger 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 building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

3. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.3 km from Younger 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
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.4 km from Younger Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.3 km from Younger Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.2 km from Younger 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 hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

7. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Younger Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,352 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, well maintained and staff was great! Location was a bit challenging, however we will happily stay again, definitely recommend!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Younger 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 spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

9. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
10.4 km from Younger Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,358 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Brandall
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

10. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
14.3 km from Younger Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,203 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

11. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
10.7 km from Younger Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

12. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.5 km from Younger Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,301 reviews)
"Would stay again. Amazing staff."
United States
Sarika
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

13. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.4 km from Younger 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 spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

14. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Younger Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the continental breakfast!"
United States
Joshua
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Younger Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"​ We really enjoyed the clean amenities, the comfortable and clean bed, and the coffee service provided both in the room and in the lobby."
United States
Sofia
The price is NZ$211
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

16. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Younger Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,152 reviews)
"Great value. Clean and convenient! Will stay here again!"
United States
Joe
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Seaside Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio

17. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Younger Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 4.1 km from Younger 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
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Younger Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,358 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

20. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.1 km from Younger 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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Compare popular hotels close to Younger Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
724 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View

Top Younger Beach Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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

Other attractions near Younger Beach

A coastal landscape with a large rock formation featuring a natural arch over the ocean, surrounded by beachgoers and pine trees.
Photo by William Zain
Open Photo by William Zain

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels 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 Younger Beach?
Younger 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 9 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
Where is the best place to stay close to Younger Beach?
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA 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 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Younger Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Mission Inn.
How many hotels should I expect to find close to Younger Beach?
Expedia has 9 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Younger Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Younger Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Younger Beach.
What can I see and do near Younger Beach?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. While you're exploring, swing by Lighthouse Point Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House to learn a bit about the area. Local parks like University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and University Terrace Dog Park are peaceful spots to stop and take in some fresh air.