The Best Hotels Closest to De Anza Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

1. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from De Anza Beach

Judy

AED 337

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from De Anza Beach

Ingrid

AED 361

AED 421 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.

3. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.5 km from De Anza Beach

Aleksandr

AED 248

AED 325 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a television, a mirror, and a ceiling fan.

A rectangular swimming pool with a metal ladder on one side, surrounded by a concrete deck.

Two black chairs and a small table in a room with a carpeted floor and plain walls.

4. National 9 Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from De Anza Beach

John

AED 257

AED 296 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

5. Monarch Cove Inn

10.7 km from De Anza Beach

Matthew

AED 701

AED 797 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a long counter, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious living area with a black sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, and a wooden sideboard. The room features a large window, a wall adorned with framed artwork, and a mirror.

An outdoor patio with a long table set for dining, surrounded by chairs, under a pergola structure.

A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13.7 km from De Anza Beach

John

AED 389

AED 451 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

7. Inn at Depot Hill

10.2 km from De Anza Beach

Joseph

AED 942

AED 1,276 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

8. Seascape Beach Resort

16.3 km from De Anza Beach

Carrie

AED 645

AED 1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10.1 km from De Anza Beach

Gail

AED 352

AED 407 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 6.3 km from De Anza Beach

Julia

AED 308

AED 583 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

11. Capitola Hotel

10 km from De Anza Beach

Jeff

AED 735

AED 859 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

A spacious living area with a long counter, multiple seating options, and large windows providing natural light.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, a fireplace, and a view of the outside through large windows.

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

13.6 km from De Anza Beach

AED 385

AED 440 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot, a building with multiple floors, and palm trees.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

13. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.6 km from De Anza Beach

Natalie

AED 214

AED 310 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A garden with hydrangea flowers, a wooden bench, and a view of the ocean.

A house with a wooden front door, a mailbox, and a driveway leading to a street.

A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom, a dining area, and a TV.

A modern interior with a wooden ceiling, a blue sofa, a wooden coffee table, a kitchen area, and a dining table with chairs.

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.6 km from De Anza Beach

Marlene

AED 315

AED 365 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a sign reading 'Four Points by Sheraton' in front.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a television screen.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

12.3 km from De Anza Beach

Candace

AED 403

AED 460 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

16. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 3.5 km from De Anza Beach

Tasia

AED 272

AED 362 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

A modern building with multiple dining areas, large windows, and a view of the beach and palm trees.

17. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from De Anza Beach

Jiexin

AED 804

AED 918 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

18. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from De Anza Beach

Harjeet

AED 321

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

A parking lot with a swimming pool, a white car, and a building with a balcony.

A motel with a swimming pool, a sign indicating vacancy, and amenities like cable TV, HBO, AC in rooms, and free WiFi.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee machine, a framed picture, a chair, and a window.

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.6 km from De Anza Beach

Jorge

AED 248

AED 310 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

A corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.

A row of terracotta buildings with balconies, each with a small staircase leading to the entrance.

A modern interior with a living area, kitchen, and large windows overlooking the sea.

20. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

9.8 km from De Anza Beach

Elyse

AED 655

AED 750 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to De Anza Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 719 reviews	View
Beachview Inn	8.4 Very good 1,000 reviews	View
National 9 Santa Cruz	8.4 Very good 282 reviews	View
Monarch Cove Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top De Anza Beach Hotel Reviews

The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful house with plenty of supplies & amenities. Excellent communication with the owner and no hassles with anything. A perfect weekend, thanks so much Geoff!"

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Convinent location. Updated rooms"

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"Schubert I’llbceruvfrbvgrywxhiuj"

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Loved this place! I’ll be back"

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent stay! We will be back."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

8/10 Good

"Pro's: amazing view of the bay/ocean, very clean and well taken care of. Con's: nterior was smaller than portrayed in photos, but that's standard I am sure in the BnB industry. Due to busy intersection, a lot of traffic and some noise.All in all, would get this place again"

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"Very Clean room, helpful staff. Many shops near by and a 15 minute walk to the boardwalk ."

West Cliff Getaway

8/10 Good

"This was a clean and well-stocked house in a wonderful location just off West Cliff Drive. Short walk to Natural Bridges Beach."

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

10/10 Excellent

"It was very clean and comfortable. Walking distance to Natural Bridges, great for sunsets. Better than we had expected. Wonderful hosts."

Other attractions near De Anza Beach

A coastal landscape with a large rock formation featuring a natural arch over the ocean, surrounded by beachgoers and pine trees.

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A coastal landscape with two prominent rock formations and a sandy beach.

Natural Bridges State Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Natural Bridges State Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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A coastal rock formation with an arch, waves crashing against it, and a seagull standing on the beach.

Natural Bridges State Park

9.0/10 (842 reviews)

You can take time to visit Natural Bridges State Park during your travels to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory during your travels in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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Younger Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Younger Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Swift Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Swift Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Swift Street Courtyard

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Swift Street Courtyard during your trip to Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around De Anza Beach?

De Anza Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 18 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to De Anza Beach?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located just a short 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from De Anza Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include La Bahia Hotel and Spa and Mission Inn.

How many hotels are there close to De Anza Beach?

Expedia has 18 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from De Anza Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near De Anza Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals close to De Anza Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near De Anza Beach?

For additional details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near De Anza Beach, click here.

What can I see and do near De Anza Beach?

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. Enjoy the outdoors at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve.

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Our top choices for De Anza Beach hotels

1. Mission Inn

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

3. Beachview Inn

4. National 9 Santa Cruz

5. Monarch Cove Inn

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

7. Inn at Depot Hill

8. Seascape Beach Resort

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

11. Capitola Hotel

12. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

13. Seaside Inn & Suites

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

15. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

16. Ocean Pacific Lodge

17. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

18. Casablanca On The Beach

19. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

20. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

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Top De Anza Beach Hotel Reviews

The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit

Mission Inn

Marea Sol Hotel

Casablanca On The Beach

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Seaside Inn & Suites

West Cliff Getaway

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Other attractions near De Anza Beach

Moore Creek Wetland Nature Preserve

Natural Bridges State Beach

Natural Bridges State Park

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Younger Beach

Swift Beach

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Swift Street Courtyard

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