Santa Cruz hotels near Main Beach

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Best Santa Cruz hotels near Main Beach

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Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection - Santa Cruz - Pool
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
0.9 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Dream Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel - Santa Cruz - Pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
0.7 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Casablanca Inn on The Beach - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Casablanca Inn on The Beach
0.0 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
0.7 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
0.3 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Spa
Ocean Pacific Lodge - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Ocean Pacific Lodge
0.3 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Balcony
La Quinta Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Continental Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Continental Inn
0.8 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Torch Lite Inn at the Beach Boardwalk
0.4 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
1.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
0.3 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Mission Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Mission Inn
1.4 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Spa
Carousel Beach Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Carousel Beach Inn
0.3 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Sea & Sand Inn
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn - Santa Cruz - Building
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
0.8 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Spa
Hotel Solares - Santa Cruz - Dining room
Hotel Solares
0.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hitching Post Studios Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hitching Post Studios Inn
1.7 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
National 9 Motel - Santa Cruz - Pool
National 9 Motel
1.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Beach Street Inn and Suites - Santa Cruz - Living room
Beach Street Inn and Suites
0.1 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights for hotels near Main Beach

Discover seasonal trends, ideal booking windows, and other data-driven tips to plan your stay near Main Beach with confidence.

Which month has the cheapest hotel rates near Main Beach?

Hotels are cheapest near Main Beach in October, with average rates of $149. In comparison, June is the most expensive month, with prices at $777.

What is the cheapest day of the week to book a hotel near Main Beach?

Tuesday offers the lowest rates near Main Beach, with an average nightly price of $191. The highest prices are found on Thursday, with average rates at $327.

How much is a hotel near Main Beach for tonight?

The best deal for a 3-star hotel room near Main Beach found by KAYAK users in the last 3 days was $93, while a 4-star hotel the lowest price was $87. The cheapest room found overall was for $87.

How much is a hotel near Main Beach for this weekend?

The cheapest hotel room near Main Beach for the upcoming weekend found on KAYAK in the last 3 days was for $93 per night. For the same dates, 3-star hotel rooms have been found for as low as $125 per night and 4-star hotel rooms from $93 per night.

How much is a hotel near Main Beach?

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Low season

High season

Average price (weeknight)

Average price (weekend night)

October
June
$271
$312
Cheapest month to stay with an average 34% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 242% rise in price.
Average Sun - Thu price over the last 2 weeks.
Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

KAYAK's top tips for finding hotel deals near Main Beach

  • If you’re looking for a cheap hotel close to Main Beach in San Francisco, you should consider going during the low season. You’ll generally find lower-priced Main Beach hotels in October and August.
  • Hotel room prices vary depending on many factors but you’ll likely find the best hotel deals in San Francisco Main Beach if you stay on a Tuesday. The opposite is true for Thursday, which is usually the most expensive day.
  • The cheapest 3-star hotel close to Main Beach found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $93, while the most expensive was $311.
  • Don’t know how much time you need to see all the sights? KAYAK users usually book their hotel near Main Beach for 2 days.

FAQs when booking a Santa Cruz Main Beach hotel

  • What are the best hotels near Main Beach?

    Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, Dream Inn Santa Cruz and The Aqua Pacific Hotel are very popular with users who want to stay within walking distance of Main Beach.

  • How much does a hotel near Main Beach cost?

    KAYAK users have found double rooms near Main Beach for as cheap as $70 in the last 3 days. The average price is $85.

  • Which hotels near Main Beach are good for couples?

    If you’re looking for a romantic stay during your time in Main Beach, then Casablanca Inn on The Beach, Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection, and Dream Inn Santa Cruz are recommended options.

  • Which hotels near Main Beach are good for families?

    If you’re taking a trip to Santa Cruz with the whole family, staying close to Main Beach makes sense. Recommended family-friendly hotels are Surf City Inn & Suites, Best Western Plus All Suites Inn, and Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz.

Find the best hotels around Main Beach

Our map will help you find the perfect place to stay near Main Beach, Santa Cruz by showing you the exact location of each hotel.

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Salt Air Lodge - Santa Cruz
Salt Air Lodge
0.3 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
SureStay by Best Western Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Front desk
SureStay by Best Western Santa Cruz
1.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hotel Solares - Santa Cruz - Dining room
Hotel Solares
0.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
The Inn at Pasatiempo - Santa Cruz - Pool
The Inn at Pasatiempo
2.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pacific Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Building
Pacific Inn Santa Cruz
0.7 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West - Santa Cruz - Patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West
1.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Pacific Blue Inn - Santa Cruz - Patio
Pacific Blue Inn
0.4 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Coastview Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz
Coastview Inn Santa Cruz
0.1 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley - Santa Cruz - Lobby
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
5.0 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection - Santa Cruz - Pool
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
0.9 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
0.7 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz
2.0 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach - Santa Cruz - Front desk
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
0.4 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
1.5 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Continental Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Continental Inn
0.8 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Pet friendly
Dream Inn Santa Cruz - Santa Cruz - Restaurant
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Free Wi-Fi
Pool
Seaway Inn - Santa Cruz - Beach
Seaway Inn
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Pet friendly
Sea & Sand Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
Sea & Sand Inn
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn - Santa Cruz - Bedroom
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
0.2 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi
Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling - Santa Cruz - Balcony
Fireside Inn By The Beach Boardwalk & Bowling
0.1 mi from Main Beach, Santa Cruz, United States
Parking
Free Wi-Fi

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