Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Capitola travel guide

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You're Going to Love Capitola

With a population of 9,918, Capitola is a must-see destination in California, United States. Consider staying at least one whole day in Capitola to see all of its attractions.

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Where to Eat in Capitola

If you’re looking for affordable options, Pete's Capitola (231 Esplanade ste 102) and Paradise Beach Grille (215 Esplanade) are great picks.

When to visit Capitola

Capitola in January
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel
Capitola in January
Estimated hotel price
$154
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Capitola

Plane

Although Capitola doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 43 km from Capitola. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Southwest, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Capitola departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Capitola is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 99 km from Capitola. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

Although Capitola doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Mineta San Jose Airport (SJC), which is located 43 km from Capitola. Oakland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from United Airlines, Southwest, Air New Zealand and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Capitola departs from Las Vegas and takes around 1h 40m.

Car

Another option to get to Capitola is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 99 km from Capitola. You’ll find branches of Turo and Payless, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Capitola

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Capitola

KLM
Good (1,419 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,583 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,997 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,535 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,050 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,790 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,665 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,032 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,036 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,421 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,494 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,466 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (874 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,312 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,585 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,068 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,334 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,138 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,341 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,407 reviews)
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Where to stay in Capitola

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz - Capitola and Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites.

Where to stay in popular areas of Capitola

Most booked hotels in Capitola

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Inn at Depot Hill
4 stars
Excellent (9.2, 334 reviews)
$289+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz - Capitola
2 stars
Excellent (9, 624 reviews)
$136+
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 stars
Excellent (8.7, 1464 reviews)
$221+
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Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 790 reviews)
$110+
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Capitola Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 217 reviews)
$233+
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 978 reviews)
$130+
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Renting a car in Capitola

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Capitola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Capitola (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51.