Hotels and Motels in or near Capitola, CA
Capitola is located on California's central coast. It is just east of
Santa Cruz and sometimes referred to as Capitola Village.
Two of Capitola's most popular annual events are the Begonia Festival and the Capitola Art and Wine Festival.
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Quality Inn Capitola
720 Hill Street, Capitola, CA 95010
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From $85
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Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free, downtown hotel
2 miles from Capitola Mall
2 floors, 55 rooms and suites - no elevator
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The hotel room was nice and clean, with nice amenities. The staff was friendly and ready to be of assistance. Good breakfast.2023-07-12 "
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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Capitola
1255 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
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From $127
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Rated Very High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near Capitola Mall 3 floors, 84 rooms and suites - elevator Outdoor swimming pool open in summer Exercise room Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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Based on 446 reviews
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"Worth the price. The hotel was clean and quiet, and the staff was friendly.2022-05-19 "
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Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites
1435 41st Avenue, Capitola, CA 95010
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From $252
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Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near downtown
3 floors, 58 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The room was nice, clean, and pretty, and the hotel staff was friendly. The TV experience needed improvement.2021-07-10 "
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2.3 miles
Chaminade Resort & Spa Santa Cruz
One Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
2.3 miles from Capitola
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From $152
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, full-service, spa resort
5 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
12 villas - 2 floors, 156 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Full-service spa
Restaurant - lounge Pet friendly resort
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- allows dogs only - allows dogs in some rooms - $150 per stay pet fee. - Dec 2021 < Less
Note: This resort charges an amenity fee of $37 per night - includes parking and WiFi.
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"I was impressed with the wide open space, and the hotel staff was welcoming and accommodating. Stay here.2016-06-15 "
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Seacliff Inn Aptos - CA 1, Exit 435
7500 Old Dominion Court, CA 1, Exit 435, Aptos, CA 95003
2.5 miles from Capitola
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From $117
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel
Near Cabrillo College
A Tapestry Collection by Hilton hotel
2 floors, 149 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
WiFi costs $5 per night
Parking costs $10 per night Not pet friendly
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Best Western Plus All Suite Inn Santa Cruz
500 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.6 miles from Capitola
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From $119
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Rated Average
Upper-midscale, smoke-free, all-suite hotel
Located on Ocean Street
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every suite
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Parking costs $10 per night Not pet friendly
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3.6 miles
Super 8 Motel Beach Boardwalk Santa Cruz
338 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.6 miles from Capitola
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From $127
Check In 14 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Cheap, smoke-free motel
Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
2 floors, 24 rooms - no elevator
Outdoor swimming pool open in summer
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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3.6 miles
Hyatt Place Hotel Santa Cruz
407 Broadway Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.6 miles from Capitola
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From $169
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free hotel near Ocean Street
4 floors, 106 rooms
Heated outdoor swimming pool - 24-hour exercise room
24-hour self-serve restaurant - lounge
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $13 per night Pet friendly hotel
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- allows pets up to 50 pounds, 2 pets per room - $175 pet fee if staying 7 nights or more - $75 pet fee if staying fewer than 7 nights. - Jul 2017 < Less
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3.6 miles
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
313 Riverside Cruz, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.6 miles from Capitola
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From $233
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Upscale, smoke-free hotel
1 mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
4 floors, 151 rooms and suites
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Restaurant - lounge
Restaurant open for breakfast and dinner only
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free WiFi
Valet parking only - $25 per night Not pet friendly
3.7 miles
Hotel Paradox Santa Cruz
611 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.7 miles from Capitola
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From $193
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Rated High
Upper-upscale, smoke-free, full-service hotel Near UC Santa Cruz An Autograph Collection hotel 5 floors, 170 rooms and suites Free shuttle to attractions within 3-mile radius Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room Restaurant - lounge - room service Free WiFi Parking costs $10 per night Not pet friendly
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"An old hotel that had been updated with a cool, modern design. The room was clean, and the bed was comfortable. Great pool for the kids, but it was a little noisy until 8:30 PM. I'd stay here again.2021-11-23 "
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3.7 miles
SureStay Hotel by Best Western Santa Cruz
516 Water Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.7 miles from Capitola
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From $108
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Rated Very Low Not Recommended
Cheap, smoke-free motel near UC Santa Cruz
2 floors, 50 rooms - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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"The motel exterior was dirty, and some of the windows were damaged. Don't stay here.2016-07-27 "
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3.9 miles
Holiday Inn Express East Santa Cruz
1410 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.9 miles from Capitola
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From $143
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near UC Santa Cruz
2 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
3 floors, 100 rooms and suites - elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Parking costs $10 per night Not pet friendly
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"The hotel room was nice and clean, and the beds were comfortable. However, I could hear plumbing noises and banging doors. Bring ear plugs if you're a light sleeper.2019-09-21 "
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3.9 miles
Best Western Inn Santa Cruz
126 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.9 miles from Capitola
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From $130
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Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free motel near UC Santa Cruz
2 floors; 28 rooms, 3 suites - no elevator
No swimming pool
Exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
Note: You must be 18 or older to reserve a room at this hotel.
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Based on 279 reviews
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"Lovely motel room and quiet atmosphere. We liked the waffle maker at breakfast.2018-11-20 "
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3.9 miles
Beach Street Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.9 miles from Capitola
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From $199
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Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free motel near beach
Also near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
3 floors, 42 rooms and suites - no elevator
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Free WiFi
Parking costs $15 per night Not pet friendly
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3.9 miles
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
110 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.9 miles from Capitola
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From $72
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Midscale, smoke-free motel near UC Santa Cruz 2 floors, 64 rooms and suites - no elevator Heated outdoor swimming pool Microwave and refrigerator in every room Free hot breakfast buffet Free WiFi Free parking Not pet friendly
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"Excellent hotel. The room was clean and the staff was friendly. Met my expectations.2015-04-10 "
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3.9 miles
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
1505 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
3.9 miles from Capitola
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From $237
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated High
Upper-midscale, smoke-free hotel near UC Santa Cruz
3 floors, 46 rooms - elevator
Heated indoor swimming pool
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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4.0 miles
La Quinta Inn & Suites near Wharf Santa Cruz
550 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
4.0 miles from Capitola
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From $256
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Midscale, smoke-free hotel
1 mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
3 floors, 60 rooms and suites - elevator
Outdoor swimming pool open all year - exercise room
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free hot breakfast buffet
Free WiFi
Parking costs $20 per night Not pet friendly
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4.0 miles
Howard Johnson Inn Santa Cruz
130 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
4.0 miles from Capitola
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From $72
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Cheap, smoke-free motel 1 block from the beach
Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
2 floors, 30 rooms and suites - no elevator
No swimming pool
Microwave and refrigerator in every room
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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"5-minute was to the main Santa Cruz beach. The price reflected the location more than the quality. The motel was basic but had clean rooms and adequate beds. The continental breakfast selection was extremely limited.2017-09-26 "
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4.0 miles
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
4.0 miles from Capitola
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From $207
Check In 16 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Very High
Upscale, smoke-free, full-service, beachfront hotel
Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
10 floors, 165 rooms and suites
Heated outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Free WiFi
Parking costs $25 per night Not pet friendly
Note: You must be 21 or older to reserve a room at this hotel.
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4.2 miles
Inn at Pasatiempo Santa Cruz
555 Highway 17, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
4.2 miles from Capitola
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From $129
Check In 15 00
Check Out 11 00
Rated Average
Upper-midscale, smoke-free motel
2 miles north of downtown
Single-story, 54 rooms
Outdoor swimming pool
Restaurant - lounge - room service
Restaurant open for lunch and dinner only
Free continental breakfast
Free WiFi
Free parking Not pet friendly
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Most of our competitors order these same hotels in other ways that make them more money.
To us, motels are smaller lodgings that have rooms you can enter directly from the parking area.
At hotels , on the other hand, you can enter your room only through a hall inside the building.
Beware of non-refundable reservations that could cost you a lot of money if you change or cancel them. + Non-refundable reservations are a gamble that will usually save you less than $10. If you make a $90 non-refundable reservation instead of a $100 refundable booking, you are betting $90 to win $10. Would you do that in Las Vegas? -
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