Hotels in Capitola

Canopy Tours Thrills| Amusement Park. Pool

Striking the perfect balance between natural beauty and urban design, this Santa Cruz hotel challenges the typical experience with a bold blend of contradictions. Attractions await you: ✔ Spectacular nature experience on steam engine trains at Roaring Camp Railroad ✔ Seals at Año Nuevo State Park ✔ Astonishing views at California's oldest state park, Big Basin Redwoods State Park ✔ Redwood Canopy Tours with suspension bridges and zip lines ✔ Iconic views at Natural Bridges State Park

Mediterranean architecture & hand-carved doors

Our Non-View Studio Suite is the perfect retreat. It offers a cozy queen-sized bed for a restful stay. Prepare meals in a kitchenette. A private bathroom offers a shower, complimentary toiletries, fresh towels, and a hairdryer. This guestroom is near the street, so there might be a bit of road noise. Its amenities include a kitchen, refrigerator, in-room coffeemaker, free high-speed internet, cable TV, telephones with voicemail, hairdryer, and off-street parking (one space at cost).

Swell House Apartment 10

Spacious 1BR Apartment | King + Sofa Bed | Full Kitchen | Walk to Beach Larger one-bedroom apartment with a full kitchen, dining table, and separate living room. • King bedroom • Separate living room • Pull-out couch (sleeps 2) • Dining table • Full kitchen for cooking • Extra space to relax Walk to coffee shops, restaurants, and Blacks Beach. A comfortable, apartment-style stay in the heart of Santa Cruz’s East Side. Contactless, self check-in at Swell House—arrive on your own time.

Near Boardwalk & Wharf | Gym. Free Breakfast. Pool

Stay steps from the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and soak up the best of coastal California at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. This modern property blends beach-town ease with thoughtful perks, a free hot breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Walk to the Wharf for oceanfront dining, explore West Cliff Drive’s scenic trails, or unwind in spacious rooms designed for your downtime after a day by the waves.

Near Boardwalk | Newly Renovated + Free Breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Santa Cruz puts you near the Beach Boardwalk, scenic beaches, redwoods, shopping, and local attractions. Enjoy free hot breakfast, free high-speed Wi-Fi, paid on-site parking with in/out privileges, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Spacious, newly renovated rooms include a flat-screen TV, sleep sound machine, coffee maker, microwave, and mini refrigerator for a comfortable coastal stay.

King Room w/ Balcony or Patio, Pool & Parking

Unwind in a bright Standard King room at Hotel Solares, just minutes from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy a plush king bed, free WiFi, flat‑screen TV, microwave, mini‑fridge, and coffee maker. Most rooms feature a private outdoor space — balcony or patio, assigned based on availability — perfect for morning coffee or an evening drink. On‑site perks include a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and free parking.

Historic Family Cottage by the Beach

The historic Water Tower Cottage is a charming and unique space perfect for families. It features a king bed upstairs and a full-size sleeper sofa downstairs. The spacious downstairs bathroom has a shower/bathtub perfect for relaxation after a fun-filled day at the beach. Along with a fully equipped kitchen, gas BBQ and a fenced in yard. Indoor and outdoor seating for entertaining or dining.

Right on Mission St in the heart of Santa Cruz

Our deluxe queen room comes equipped with a queen size bed with plush bedding thus making it perfect for a business traveler or a couple. This room type comes with in-room coffee/tea, cable TV with HBO, wireless internet, heating, air conditioning, microwave, refrigerator, and more. Get a good night sleep in our new high end beds or relax and what TV with our 50" HD Smart TVs.

STQ-Standard Two Queens Non Smoking

The standard two queen room offers a private balcony as well as complimentary WiFi, a refrigerator and microwave, coffee maker, and an iron and ironing board, and blackout drapes. The private bathroom is complete with a hairdryer, and complimentary toiletries. Complimentary parking, electronic key-cards, and wake-up call service are also included.

2 Queen | LaQuinta Santa Cruz | Beach Day Base

Bring your crew and keep Santa Cruz at your doorstep—Boardwalk rides, Wharf dining, and Monterey Bay views are all close. Start strong with free breakfast, then spend the day beach hopping, biking West Cliff Drive, or browsing Pacific Avenue boutiques. Natural Bridges and the Monarch Trail are easy add-ons, with the pool waiting when you’re back.

Explore nearby redwoods & Pacific beaches

Sleep well on an oh-so-comfy bed before waking up to brew coffee with an in-room coffeemaker. A microwave and refrigerator are provided for your convenience. Enjoy the entertainment options of a cable flat-screen TV and high-speed WiFi. A private bathroom is stocked with complimentary toiletries, fluffy towels, and a hairdryer.

West Cliff Inn

This luxurious King room is ADA Accessible for individuals with mobility and hearing impairments. If you have difficulty learning about the guestroom or our hotel, we invite you to contact us immediately via telephone or via email at westcliffinn@foursisters. com, and our friendly guest services team will gladly assist you.