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Our top choices for Capitola motels

Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1274)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1010)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is AED 181
AED 235 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Surf City Inn and Suites
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is AED 294
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Mission Inn
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is AED 234
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan
Torch Lite Inn
Standard Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Budget inn

Budget inn

Budget inn
2.5 star property
Morgan Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Good"
United States
Stan
The price is AED 275
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Budget inn
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (856)
"Clean room, easy parking, and nice staff."
United States
Kristie
The price is AED 231
AED 270 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is AED 253
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Beachview Inn
Exterior
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (66)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is AED 257
AED 288 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Drift Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is AED 257
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan
National 9 Santa Cruz
Seasonal outdoor pool
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Loved it will definitely stay here again "
United States
Yazmin Elizabeth
The price is AED 262
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Desk
ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
Watsonville
7.4 out of 10, Good, (91)
"Friendly staff."
United States
Eduardo Rodriguez
The price is AED 248
AED 278 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
ROYAL INN
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is AED 459
AED 530 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Exterior
Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (418)
"Room was fine, coffee in the room would be nice addition."
United States
Steve
Holiday Motel
Reception
Capri Motel

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (574)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is AED 184
AED 232 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Capri Motel
Interior
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (313)
"Very quiet, clean,safe, and perfect for my 2 night stay. Nice new bathroom fixtures. I will stay here when I next come to town. "
United States
Margaret
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Fountain
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Coffee service
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (999)
"Clean room, friendly staff "
United States
Eddie
The price is AED 251
AED 304 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Seasonal outdoor pool
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Great room Great staff"
United States
James
The price is AED 246
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1004)
"Always a favorite! Good value and so close to all of the fun! "
United States
Cynthia
The price is AED 324
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan
Aqua Breeze Inn
Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, rollaway beds
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"I definitely will return. Hotel was recently upgraded. Great service! Thank you!"
United States
Rosalie
The price is AED 278
AED 322 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
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Top Capitola Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Very beautiful area. This was our second time here and we came again because we loved the area so much!"
Sarah 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Capitola?
When you save on your room price, you can enjoy more of what Capitola has to offer. Top sights to visit include Monterey Bay.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. Motels began in the 1920s as convenient lodging for the weary traveler taking a road trip along America's major roadways.
What are the best motels in Capitola?
These are some of Expedia customers' favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Ocean Pacific Lodge is located 4.1 mi (6.6 km) from the heart of Capitola. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central Capitola is 3.7 mi (6 km) away. Mission Inn: Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Located 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from the heart of Capitola. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz: Central Capitola is 4 mi (6.5 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Torch Lite Inn: 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from the heart of Capitola. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Capitola?
In this quaint area, enjoy its popular beaches and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Capitola for its shops. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Monterey Bay, Capitola Beach, and New Brighton State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Capitola Wharf, Capitola Mercantile, and Esplanade Park Beach.
What's the weather like in Capitola?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Capitola to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Capitola is 27 inches.
What are my options for getting around Capitola when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Capitola to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 9.6 mi (15.4 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 27 mi (43.5 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.