Hotels in Capitola

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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.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
$110
$126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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 table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.
A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
Capitola
$191
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Monarch Cove Inn
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 view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.
A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
Capitola
$299
$345 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Capitola Hotel
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.
A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."
A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.
A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola
$292
$387 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Inn at Depot Hill
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.
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.
A corner room with two windows overlooking a marina, featuring a chair, a small table, and a view of buildings and water.

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
Capitola
$300
$341 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.
A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
$139
$160 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.
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.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
$144
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.
A grand staircase with patterned tiles, wooden beams, and a skylight.
A modern living room with a fireplace, leather furniture, and built-in bookshelves.
A modern bar area with wooden bar stools, a counter with a television, and shelves stocked with bottles.

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
$132
$198 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
$147
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
$85
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 24 - Sep 25
Carousel Beach Inn
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 modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.
A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$132
$152 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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.

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz
$106
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Bella Notte
A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.
A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$140
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.
A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.
A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".
A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$140
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.
An outdoor patio with a table set for two, a white fence, and a view of the ocean.
A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."
A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz
$197
$225 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
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 reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.
A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
$62
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Seaside Inn & Suites
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.
A hotel entrance with a sign for 'Hitching Post Studios Inn' indicating availability and amenities like daily kitchen studios and free Wi-Fi.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a lamp.
A compact bathroom with a white sink, a mirror, a microwave, and a small refrigerator.

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz
$89
$103 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.
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 wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Westside Santa Cruz
$106
$122 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A hotel lobby with a reception desk, bar area, and seating.
An indoor swimming pool with a tiled edge, benches around the perimeter, and a ladder leading into the water.
A dining area with a central table and chairs, a decorative wall with geometric patterns, and a ceiling light fixture.
A coffee station with four dispensers labeled 'Hot Water,' 'Decaf Roast,' 'Light Roast,' and 'Dark Roast.' There are cups and a small trash bin on the counter.

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
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.

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
$159
$183 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Top landmarks in Capitola

A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.

Capitola Beach

9.2/10 (853 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Capitola Beach is a spot you might want to check out when visiting central Capitola. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Hooper Beach and Esplanade Park Beach, both within a short walk.
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A pier with a sign reading "Capitola Wharf" and a view of the water.

Capitola Wharf

9.0/10 (241 reviews)
Imagine strolling along Capitola Wharf for some great waterfront pics when in the heart of Capitola. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you carry on walking you'll get to Capitola Beach, Hooper Beach, and Esplanade Park Beach for some more water views.
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A vehicle with a large teddy bear on top, parked on a road.
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Hooper Beach

8.2/10 (49 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Hooper Beach, located 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Capitola. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Capitola Beach and Esplanade Park Beach, both within a short walk.
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Capitola Mercantile

8.8/10 (140 reviews)
If you like shopping, take time out to go to Capitola Mercantile when in Capitola. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches.
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Capitola Historical Museum

8.2/10 (38 reviews)
The center of Capitola is home to cultural attractions like Capitola Historical Museum, so you might want to stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is family-friendly and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Capitola has to offer, head to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Capitola Wharf, and Capitola Beach.
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Esplanade Park Beach

8.8/10 (84 reviews)
If you can't wait to get to the beach, you might enjoy a trip to Esplanade Park Beach in the heart of Capitola. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Capitola Beach and Hooper Beach, both within a short walk.
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Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

6.0/10 (3 reviews)
Travelers might want a tour of Sante Adairius Rustic Ales, just one of the places to visit, and located 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Capitola. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches.
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Learn more about Capitola

Colorful Mediterranean-style buildings hug the shoreline in this pocket-sized beach town where surfers and families share the golden sands of Capitola Beach. The vibrant Village buzzes with seafood restaurants where locals debate which spot serves the freshest catch while gazing at Monterey Bay. Duck into quirky boutiques selling everything from handmade jewelry to vintage surfboards. New Brighton State Beach offers a quieter alternative when the main beach fills with sunbathers. The historic Capitola Wharf extends into the bay, providing perfect fishing spots and sunset views that explain why residents never seem in a hurry to be anywhere else. For more excitement, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk awaits just up the coast with its vintage roller coaster and carnival games.

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A waterfront residential area with colorful houses and a bridge at dusk.

Check out reviews of Capitola hotels guests love

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10/10 Excellent
"Nice quiet location but convenient and close to restaurants and grocery shopping. Always a pleasant experience."
Loretta 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Super clean, well appointed and moderately priced."
Kristina 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean,pool and hot tub was nice great location walking distance to pier"
Rebecca 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent value for the very reasonable rate. They honored our request for downstairs rooms. Microwave, fridge, and a work desk were provided and the bed was comfortable."
Delysia 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very caring and helpful!"
Shirley 1-night trip
Posted 6 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn

10/10 Excellent
"This is such an amazing place! You drive through a neighborhood to get there, so the first time I was thinking where am I even going but then you walk into a garden pathway that opens up to butterflies and breathtaking views. If you’re going to Capitola to relax or vacation or zen, this is the place for you!!"
Julie 1-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Monarch Cove Inn
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

8/10 Good
"Great snacks in room. Room service food was good. The drink at the bar didn't have much alcohol. Some others were obviously upset by the length of time and skill making their drinks. One thing that was annoying was after checkout they don't grant access to pool shower or bathroom. We wanted to rinse off after last day at beach. Also they don't rent out or provide umbrellas for beach. Other than that nice visit."
Rachel 1-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Room is clean, however, discovered trash still inside from previous tenant. Hotel is nice and centrally located 15 min walk from Santa Cruz boardwalk. Staff super friendly and helpful. Breakfast was decent. Had noise issues with stomping all day and night but overall a good stay. Thin walls."
Catherine 3-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

10/10 Excellent
"Amazing stay!"
Jeff 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Inn at Depot Hill

Frequently asked questions

What hotels do travelers like in Capitola?
Guests like Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea, Monarch Cove Inn and Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals.
Where can I get free parking at my hotel in Capitola?
Park your car for free at Capitola Hotel.
Can I book a refundable hotel in Capitola?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Capitola, most accommodations provide refundable* rates you can book. You can find these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow the results down.
Where can I stay in Capitola if I want an affordable accommodation?
An inexpensive option worth considering is Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea.
Where can I stay in Capitola if I want a vacation home instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, look over our selection of 50 vacation homes. In addition, there are 17 apartments and 22 condos.
What will the weather in Capitola be like during my visit?
September and August are typically the warmest months in Capitola when the average temp is 63°F. February and March are the coldest months when the average temperature is 52°F. December and January are the months with the most rain.
Why should I book my Capitola accommodation with Hotels.com?
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