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Our top choices for Twin Lakes State Beach hotels

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

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Julia

AED 650 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.8 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Ramiro

AED 432 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Devin

AED 1,212 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

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

2.9 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Nancy

AED 430 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Janet

AED 1,000 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2.4 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Rosio

AED 506 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

7. Edgewater Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Marlene

AED 425 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

8. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Myla

AED 510 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

9. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Jacqueline

AED 457 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

10. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.6 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Molly

AED 694 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

11. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Deina

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

A courtyard with stone flooring, wooden benches, potted plants, and a fire pit.

12. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Sharon

AED 391 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Alissa

AED 568 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

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

14. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 2.6 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Tasia

AED 358 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Nov - 30 Nov

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

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.5 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Oleg

AED 502 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Kathy

AED 339 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Dec - 7 Dec

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.

17. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Tonya

AED 515 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.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 3.2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Sarika

AED 535 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Nov - 25 Nov

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 2 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Anita

AED 467 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Nov - 11 Nov

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Twin Lakes State Beach

Christian

AED 326 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Dec - 2 Dec

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Compare popular hotels close to Twin Lakes State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 601 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,040 reviews	View

Top Twin Lakes State Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Friendly & very helpful staff. Clean linens, comfy beds. Super location. Had a great time & will stay here again!"

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"You can tell by the way the staff interacts with you that they really enjoy their work, Every member we met, like Blossom at check-in to the restaurant staff, treated us delightfully. This was our first time in an Autograph hotel. The furnishings in the lobby were fun, interesting, and made us feel welcomed in Santa Cruz."

Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage

8/10 Good

"Charming historic cottage with lovely outdoor spaces! Just read the description carefully—although listed as a 1BR, if you read the description, you’ll see it’s actually described as a studio. There’s only a partial wall that separates the one bed from the living room, which has a pullout sofa. It does indeed sleep four, but it doesn’t have a separate bedroom. Not only does this mean limited privacy, but also noise bleed. I overlooked this crucial detail. While the price was great, and I’d likely book this again, I wish I’d read a little more closely… But otherwise, the space was lovely, and communication was great."

Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage

10/10 Excellent

"Great cottage close to everything. The jacuzzi was wonderful after long days traveling around the bay. Nice quiet neighborhood with a great local store around the corner. A quick walk down the street brings you right to the beach to watch the beautiful sunsets."

Other attractions near Twin Lakes State Beach

A tall white lighthouse with a green top, surrounded by large rocks and a clear blue sky.

Seabright Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Seabright Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Twin Lakes State Beach?

Twin Lakes State Beach is located in Santa Cruz. Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 172 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Twin Lakes State Beach?

Adjacent to Twin Lakes State Beach, Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this aparthotel offers free parking and in-room kitchenettes. Another good option is Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages, located just 0.5 mi (0.7 km) away.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Twin Lakes State Beach?

Expedia has 172 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Twin Lakes State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Twin Lakes State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best options available near Twin Lakes State Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Twin Lakes State Beach?

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What can I see and do near Twin Lakes State Beach?

You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Some landmarks that you won't want to miss include Williams-Reynolds House, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park. Consider spending a leisurely afternoon outside at University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park, or Mimi De Marta Dog Park.

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Our top choices for Twin Lakes State Beach hotels

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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

5. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

6. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

7. Edgewater Beach Inn

8. Seaway Inn

9. Marea Sol Hotel

10. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

11. Carousel Beach Inn

12. Pacific Blue Inn

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

14. Ocean Pacific Lodge

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

17. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

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

19. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

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Top Twin Lakes State Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Other attractions near Twin Lakes State Beach

Seabright Beach

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