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Sunny Cove Motel

Eastside Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Located in Santa Cruz, within 100 metres of Sunny Cove Beach and 4.3 km of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Sunny Cove Motel provides accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool and free WiFi as well as...

A
Andreas
From
Germany
Perfect location to the beach. Spacious room. Quiet. Go for it.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 400 reviews
Price from
US$120
1 night, 2 adults

Inn on the Russian River

Monte Rio

Located in Monte Rio, 32 km from Luther Burbank Center for the Arts, Inn on the Russian River provides accommodation with a garden, free private parking, a terrace and barbecue facilities.

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Linda
From
United States
Location could NOT have been better, or more beautiful, with the river directly in the back yard, the grassed-in lounging area and grounds covered in weeping willow trees and other trees, flower gardens, patio area with portable BBQ pits and permanent one; quality lounge chairs/benches; picnic benches; I stayed in 2 as I extended my time there and someone had already reserved my first room for the extended night I wanted, so I was moved to a different cabin and BOTH rooms were lovely and had everything I needed for my stay; cabin 3 had a separate bedroom, bathroom, living room, and "kitchenette" to the side in the livingroom area, and just a hop/skip/jump away from the back yard to viewing the river and lounging/having a bbq/Cabin 8 was like a Studio w/just 2 rooms - bathroom and sleeping/living area - with "kitchenette" to the side of the sleeping/living area, but it had a balcony looking directly to the river and back yard....beautiful! Isabella (Bella) who checked me in and out and who organized my move to the 2nd cabin when I decided to stay an extra day - was SO SWEET AND MORE THAN ACCOMMODATING. SHE "BENT OVER BACKWARDS" TO ASSIST ME. I LOVED MY STAY AT THE INN ON RUSSIAN RIVER.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 138 reviews
Price from
US$322.80
1 night, 2 adults

Fern River Resort

Felton

Featuring access to the private River Beach, this Felton resort is 8 miles away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A campfire and game areas are featured.

L
Liz
From
United States
location! such a beautiful atmosphere
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.1
Superb - What previous guests thought, 284 reviews
Price from
US$141.12
1 night, 2 adults

Inn at Depot Hill

Capitola

*Adults Only* Just 10 minutes’ walk from Capitola Beach and Wharf, this luxurious B&B offers an evening wine reception complete with appetizers. A full breakfast is served daily.

J
John
From
United States
Room was lovely. Sagar, the host, was exceptionally gracious and welcoming. Location was ideal for walking the town
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 147 reviews
Price from
US$339.90
1 night, 2 adults

Cypress Inn on Miramar Beach

Half Moon Bay

Cypress Inn on Miramar Beach is located on the beachfront in Half Moon Bay, a few steps from Miramar Beach and 39 km from Lands End Lookout Visitor Center.

J
Jan
From
Germany
The maverick room was amazing, with the jacuzzi, view & all. I was there while a storm was raging, which made the stay even more spectacular. Breakfast-room-service was also Perfect. I can imagine this is a great getaway for couples who want to spend time together.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.3
Superb - What previous guests thought, 246 reviews
Price from
US$359
1 night, 2 adults

Oceano Hotel and Spa Half Moon Bay Harbor

Hotel in Half Moon Bay

This Half Moon Bay hotel is less than 5 minutes walk to Half Moon Bay Brewing Company and a variety of restaurants and 10 minutes’ drive to Half Moon Bay State Beach.

M
Monica
From
United Kingdom
beautiful view, great location, spacious room!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 476 reviews
Price from
US$399
1 night, 2 adults

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Hotel in Capitola

This Capitola hotel is 10 minutes’ drive from central Santa Cruz and New Brighton State Beach. It features an outdoor pool, and spacious suites with 32-inch flat-screen TVs and an iPod docking...

P
Peter
From
Canada
Staff was very friendly and accommodating. Definitely would stay there again.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 327 reviews
Price from
US$299
1 night, 2 adults

Mill Rose Inn

Half Moon Bay

Situated in Half Moon Bay, 1.5 km from Half Moon Bay State Beach, Mill Rose Inn has a garden, parking on-site and rooms with free WiFi access.

K
Kai
From
China
10 out of 5 experience! I didn’t give you 20 just to afraid you get too cocky!
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 229 reviews
Price from
US$249
1 night, 2 adults

The Lodge at Bodega Bay

Hotel in Bodega Bay

Surrounded by the Sonoma Coast, The Lodge at Bodega Bay sits on a hill overlooking Doran Regional Park with views of the Pacific Ocean and Bodega Bay.

P
Pauline
From
United States
We were there for a night to celebrate my parents 60th birthday. Excellent hotel, amazing view and the service was exceptional ! My parents felt very special and had the time of their life !
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.2
Superb - What previous guests thought, 274 reviews
Price from
US$409
1 night, 2 adults

Beach House Half Moon Bay

Hotel in Half Moon Bay

This beachfront hotel in Half Moon Bay overlooks Pillar Point Harbor. The all-suite hotel offers an outdoor swimming pool, free fitness center, free Wi-Fi.

F
Frank
From
Germany
Great view, nice room including a fireplace. Recommended to stay there.
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews
Price from
US$325
1 night, 2 adults
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Avg. price/night: US$209.28
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.1
Very good - What previous guests thought, 317 reviews
The view was amazing, sunsets and whales! Beach access is about 100 ft Check-in was very easy. Room was modern and clean. Queen room was a great size, table and chairs was a plus. Offered daily housekeeping. Offered packaged pastries with coffee in the lobby. Parking was great, as well as the lights in lot. They are in the midst of replacing the side lamps with ones with USB ports. Short walk to restaurants and shops. Look forward to staying again.
Guest review by
Witt
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$183.49
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 1,428 reviews
Authentic American seaside town accommodation - right on the Ocean with easy walk to the pier and boardwalk. Lovely staff who were helpful and service orientated.
Guest review by
robert
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$164.90
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 97 reviews
Amazing location, with a spectacular view from the room. Fall a sleep to the sound of waves breaking on the beach. Perfect spot to watch the sun set and enjoy your morning coffee. Very comfortable beds.
Guest review by
Espen
People with friends
Avg. price/night: US$187.80
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.0
Good - What previous guests thought, 1,280 reviews
Hotel had beach access and was near shopping and hiking trails. Close to restaurants and grocery stores. Enjoyed the view of the ocean from hotel window. Would stay in the area again. The weather was nice.
Guest review by
Bryce
Family with young children
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.4
Superb - What previous guests thought, 26 reviews
the beach and location was so beautiful Clean beach crashing waves beautiful sunset. What more could we ask for
Guest review by
Elaine
Group
Avg. price/night: US$283.48
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.7
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 804 reviews
best hotel on the beach great room
Guest review by
steven
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$144.10
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.0
Very good - What previous guests thought, 1,869 reviews
212 was one of the rooms we’ve stayed in that I love but we stayed in the captains suite this time and I did not care for it. The size was great and the view and beach access was wonderful. The TVs were huge and the bathrooms were nice. But for a suite…the “extras” weren’t work the cost difference to me.
Guest review by
Anonymous
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$150.82
Scored out of 10, guest rating 7.7
Good - What previous guests thought, 843 reviews
The location of the hotel is great - right across the road from the beach. Can sit on the room balcony and watch the waves roll in and the sunset.
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Mark
Young couple
Avg. price/night: US$256.36
Scored out of 10, guest rating 8.8
Fabulous - What previous guests thought, 344 reviews
The location was great with the beach access nearby and the proximity to restaurants. The room was large, clean, and comfortable with a great view.
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Karista
Family with young children
Avg. price/night: US$462.57
Scored out of 10, guest rating 9.0
Superb - What previous guests thought, 440 reviews
The accommodation to an early check in, beach access and delicious restaurant very close by.
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Alicia
Family with young children