The Best Hotels Closest to Cowell's Beach in Santa Cruz - 2026 Updated Prices

Q: What's the area like around Cowell's Beach?

Cowell's Beach is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 160 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Q: How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?

Expedia has 160 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowell's Beach.

Q: If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.

Q: What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

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La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Lucia

13.140.615 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach

Eugene

6.342.471 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, < 0.1 km from Cowell's Beach

James

13.072.281 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Gaelle

6.726.583 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach

Brian

10.238.492 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Nicole

7.166.664 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Jun - 26 Jun

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 0.5 km from Cowell's Beach

Nicole

3.832.781 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 0.7 km from Cowell's Beach

William Thomas

4.501.694 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Jul - 3 Jul

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.4 km from Cowell's Beach

Navjot

7.108.819 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Superior King + Beach View | Premium bedding, free WiFi, bed sheets, wheelchair access

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.2 km from Cowell's Beach

Olivia

7.445.591 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2 km from Cowell's Beach

Catherine

4.395.273 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.2 km from Cowell's Beach

Jane

5.604.632 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.7 km from Cowell's Beach

Alexis

6.606.832 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach

Miguel

3.739.931 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Jul - 8 Jul

Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz, 0.3 km from Cowell's Beach

Glenna

8.287.861 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

30 Jun - 1 Jul

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Rio Vista Suites

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach

Jan

5.717.586 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

6 Jul - 7 Jul

2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.6 km from Cowell's Beach

Maria

3.675.501 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Jun - 29 Jun

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 0.8 km from Cowell's Beach

Monique

7.226.933 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Jul - 6 Jul

Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking | Free WiFi

Drift Inn

Lower Ocean, 1 km from Cowell's Beach

Emere

2.891.721 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

24 Jun - 25 Jun

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Lower Ocean, 1 km from Cowell's Beach

Michael

2.994.461 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

29 Jun - 30 Jun

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Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
La Bahia Hotel and Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 350 reviews	View
Seaway Inn	2.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 241 reviews	View
Dream Inn Santa Cruz	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,015 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	3.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,331 reviews	View
Beach Street Inn and Suites	2.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,004 reviews	View

Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"Property was in an excellent location"

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Booked a Deluxe 2 king room. I liked having privacy between the living spaces. Was also surprised to find a hot tub in the bathroom! Not a tub with jets but a legit jacuzzi..SUPER relaxing after walking all day! The room was clean with a microwave, coffee maker & mini fridge. Beds were comfy (pillows were not tho..if you like a fluffy pillow, take your own..these are compacted). The staff was extremely nice also. Perfect location to the Boardwalk with an excellent burrito shop/market across the street. Would definitely book again."

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Free parking was always available onsite within 30 feet of the room. Each room is equipped with it's own digital HVAC unit. Therefore, we were able to set the digital temperature appropriate for the time of day. When thr sun was up, we would use the air conditioner. However, when the sun would go down, the beach area would get cold, so at bedtime we would set the thermometer to heat the room It was very easy to keep the temp in our room perfect for us."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"I've frequent this establishment several times and absolutely love it. The view from the rooms are amazing. It is conveniently located near restarants and stores/shops. It's beach access is lovely. You can go out on the beach, people watch, or enjoy room service/drinks from your balcony which beats any view at any restaurant on the boardwalk (provided you have an ocean view room). The only downside is that my room this time had an annoyingly loud leaky shower and a very noisy aircondition unit."

Hotels near other Cowell's Beach attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

9.0/5 (2,069 reviews)

After visiting Santa Cruz Wharf, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cowell's Beach?

Cowell's Beach is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 160 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

How many hotels will I be able to find near Cowell's Beach?

Expedia has 160 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cowell's Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cowell's Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cowell's Beach.

What can I see and do near Cowell's Beach?

You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Lighthouse Point Park or Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, Williams-Reynolds House and Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. You can wander around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Pleasure Point Park or Neary Lagoon Park if you want a dose of fresh air.

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Our top choices for Cowell's Beach hotels

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Seaway Inn

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Marea Sol Hotel

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Pacific Blue Inn

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Mission Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Beachview Inn

Casablanca On The Beach

Rio Vista Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Drift Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Compare popular hotels close to Cowell's Beach

Top Cowell's Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Hotels near other Cowell's Beach attractions

Santa Cruz Wharf

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