Santa Cruz Beach hotels with AARP Discounts

Featured Santa Cruz Beach Hotels

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Great for beach vacations

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

3.5 out of 5
101 Main St, Santa Cruz, CA
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Casablanca On The Beach
Rio Sands Hotel
Great for beach vacations

Rio Sands Hotel

2 out of 5
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA
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Rio Sands Hotel
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Ocean Pacific Lodge
Great for beach vacations

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2 out of 5
301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

2 out of 5
50 Front St, Santa Cruz, CA
Beachview Inn
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Great for beach vacations

Beach Street Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA
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Beach Street Inn and Suites
Salt Air Lodge
Great for beach vacations

Salt Air Lodge

2.5 out of 5
510 Leibrandt Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Salt Air Lodge
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great for beach vacations

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court, Aptos, CA
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Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Great for beach vacations

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

2.5 out of 5
325 Pacific Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

2.5 out of 5
204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA
Aqua Breeze Inn
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

2.5 out of 5
500 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Torch Lite Inn
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Great for beach vacations

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

2.5 out of 5
314 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Hotel Solares
Great for beach vacations

Hotel Solares

2.5 out of 5
600 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Fully refundable
Hotel Solares
Surf City Inn and Suites
Great for beach vacations

Surf City Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
619 Riverside Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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Surf City Inn and Suites
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Great for beach vacations

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

2.5 out of 5
1255 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
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Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Great for beach vacations

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2 out of 5
130 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill

4 out of 5
250 Monterey Ave, Capitola, CA
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Inn at Depot Hill
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

2 out of 5
311 2nd Street, Santa Cruz, CA
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Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
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Santa Cruz, California, United States of America
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Beach Hotels in Santa Cruz

A trip to Santa Cruz might just be the ticket if you can't get your mind off the beach. Whether you're traveling as a family or in search of a romantic getaway, Santa Cruz and the surrounding area has something for every traveler. When you search for the best hotels in Santa Cruz with AARP Travel Center Powered by Expedia®, it's easy to find something close to the beach. With AARP Travel Center, your hotel reservation options will be endless.

Life's a Beach

When you vacation in Santa Cruz, you have one must-do—the beach. You will want to get as much time at the shore as you can. These Santa Cruz beach hotels offer more than just a great location; they also provide you with the amenities to make your trip as relaxing as possible. Want to get more information on where to stay? Check out our guest reviews and ratings for the best accommodations. Using AARP Travel to book your hotel, you can:

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After getting settled at the hotel of your choosing, you might want to venture out and explore. When it's time to head to the beach, grab your umbrella and chairs, and don't forget your sunblock. And if you get tired of shaking sand off your shoes, you can always take advantage of what else Santa Cruz has to offer. Here are a few sights that Santa Cruz is famous for:

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
  • California's Great America
  • Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
  • Children's Fairyland
  • Pixieland Amusement Park

Don't forget to look at our "Thing to Do in Santa Cruz" page for more ideas.

Sand, Sun, and Savings in Santa Cruz

You don't have to fret about pulling out all your savings to have a nice time, thanks to our discounted vacations. Prevent the financial tension that can come with traveling—you've got AARP on your side this time. With us as your travel guide, you will get the rest and relaxation that you deserve on your getaway, and you will travel confidently knowing that we've got your back.