The Best Hotels Closest to Fern Grotto Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

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An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Anna

AED 434

AED 502 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

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 kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

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

2. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Judy

AED 337

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

11 km from Fern Grotto Beach

William

AED 496

AED 571 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

4. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

11 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Michael

AED 419

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious cafe with wooden ceilings, hanging pendant lights, and a mural of musicians.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

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

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.

5. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

15.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach

John

AED 389

AED 451 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

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

6. Inn at Depot Hill

12.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Joseph

AED 822

AED 1,142 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

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

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.

7. Seascape Beach Resort

18.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Ryan

AED 691

AED 1,069 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 window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

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.

8. Monarch Cove Inn

12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Matthew

AED 701

AED 797 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

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

12.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Rochelle

AED 354

AED 408 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 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 multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

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

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.5 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Julia

AED 308

AED 583 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a sign reading "FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON".

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

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

11. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

12.9 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Candace

AED 403

AED 460 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

A bar area with a curved granite countertop, multiple bar stools, a well-stocked liquor shelf, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

12. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Brandall

AED 422

AED 484 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.

13. Chaminade Resort & Spa

10.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach

SERGIO

AED 555

AED 805 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 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 coastal scene with buildings along the shore, a sandy beach, and a sunset.

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

14. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

12 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Elyse

AED 759

AED 867 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Nov - 12 Nov

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 Best Western Plus Inn with a modern design, including a covered entrance and a landscaped area in front.

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

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

15. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

14.2 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Robin

AED 385

AED 440 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

16. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Grester

AED 426

AED 493 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Jacob

AED 459

AED 531 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.6 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Alan

AED 350

AED 404 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.7 km from Fern Grotto Beach

Frank

AED 465

AED 537 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

A building entrance with a large illuminated sign reading "SOLAIR".

A modern bar area with a marble counter, hanging lights, and green patterned walls.

A hotel room with a bed, a seating area with a table, a desk, and a mirror.

20. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 6.4 km from Fern Grotto Beach

cindy

AED 485

AED 559 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Fern Grotto Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	8.6 Excellent 1,184 reviews	View

Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, great spacious parking"

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"!!!"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had amazing family time! Short walk to the beach and many restaurants. Highly recommend!"

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."

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Me and my family decided to have a last minute beach visit we had no idea we were going to want to stay the night and once we figured we would I called everywhere (it was 7pm) and only this hotel answered there was always someone to help at the desk and it was fast and easy to book and it was a great price and me and my family would definitely recommend my only complaint would be you can hear the trash people early in the morning but everything else was just what we wanted"

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

8/10 Good

"Breakfast is excellent. Beds are bit firm for my task. Didn't try pool or hot tub. Staff very friendly and professional. Parking is easy."

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."

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"Mitchells Cove Beach House was perfect in every way. I liked the large family room where we enjoyed relaxing on the sofa and two comfortable chairs. There is a sliding door with access to the backyard. Easy in and out for the dogs. The kitchen had lots of counter space and was bright and nicely laid out next to the dining area and long table. I especially liked the home's layout. One of the bedrooms has it's own bath. The second bathroom was very nice with a bathtub/shower and long counter. Quiet neighborhood, walking distance to a beach. I felt comfortable staying here and would choose this home if I were to come back."

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

10/10 Excellent

"The house was very clean. It was on a busy road, but the ocean was visible and overall it was a very pleasant stay! Liz was very responsive."

Other attractions near Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking trails.

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Sand Plant Beach

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

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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.

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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event 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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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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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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Three Mile Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Three Mile Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Santa Cruz. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Fern Grotto Beach?

Fern Grotto Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 270 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Fern Grotto Beach?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from Fern Grotto Beach. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.

How many hotels are there near Fern Grotto Beach?

Expedia has 270 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Fern Grotto Beach.

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

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Fern Grotto Beach.

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

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What can I see and do near Fern Grotto Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. 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, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, or University Terrace Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Fern Grotto Beach hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

2. Mission Inn

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

4. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

5. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Inn at Depot Hill

7. Seascape Beach Resort

8. Monarch Cove Inn

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

11. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

12. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

13. Chaminade Resort & Spa

14. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

15. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

16. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

19. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

20. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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Top Fern Grotto Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Marea Sol Hotel

West Cliff Getaway

Seaside Inn & Suites

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

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

Mitchell's Cove Beach House

Ocean Front/Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff

Other attractions near Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Sand Plant Beach

Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Wilder Beach

Younger Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Three Mile Beach

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