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
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Capitola in January
Estimated hotel price
$140
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, Air New Zealand, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Capitola departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Capitola is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 98 km from Capitola. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, 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, Air New Zealand, Southwest and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Capitola departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 30m.

Car

Another option to get to Capitola is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 98 km from Capitola. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Capitola

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Capitola

Lufthansa
Good (7,935 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,501 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,899 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,317 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,434 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,924 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,185 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,577 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (905 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,613 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,947 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,188 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,390 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (404 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,214 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,282 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 (9.3, 343 reviews)
$279+
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz - Capitola
2 stars
Excellent (9.2, 644 reviews)
$155+
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Monarch Cove Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.9, 630 reviews)
$217+
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, 1524 reviews)
$217+
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Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites
2 stars
Excellent (8.7, 817 reviews)
$149+
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Capitola Hotel
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 228 reviews)
$246+
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Renting a car in Capitola

Renting a car in Capitola costs $61 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Capitola.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47.

Renting a car in Capitola costs $61 per day, on average.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 12% cheaper than airport locations in Capitola.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47.