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

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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window. - Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites (Santa Cruz)
A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp. - Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites (Santa Cruz)
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants. - Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites (Santa Cruz)
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Located close to Capitola Beach, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites provides free continental breakfast, laundry facilities, and a gym. For some rest and relaxation, visit the hot tub. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard with a wave painting, bedside lamps, a window with blinds, and a small table with a lamp.

1 King Bed, Mini Suite Double Sofabed Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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

Suite-1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Bathtub, Sofabed, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a large painting, and a window with blinds.

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Whirlpool

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(94 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with blinds.

Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Sofabed is a double bed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a painting of a wave on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a chair, and a painting on the wall.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

7.8 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(69 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with blinds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Sofabed is a double bed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

About the neighborhood

Located in Santa Cruz, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites is near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining, ecotours, and horse riding. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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1435 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010

What's nearby

  • A vehicle with a large teddy bear on top, parked on a road.
    Hooper Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.
    Capitola Beach
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A pier with a sign reading "Capitola Wharf" and a view of the water.
    Capitola Wharf
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • 38th Avenue Beach Access
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Pleasure Point Park
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
    45 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Shadowbrook
    17 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    11 min walk
  • Burger King
    12 min walk
  • Starbucks
    11 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from September 2 2026 to October 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Lobby
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 12 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

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Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM–10:00 PM.

Is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Hooper Beach, Monterey Bay, and Capitola Beach. The Hook and Capitola Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

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

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 185 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Trisha Nai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick service and nice staff. Breakfast had a great variety of options.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is great and the staff are awesome as always.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best and cleanest hotels I’ve stayed at in the last year.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great hotel for a quick 2 night stay for my family and two kids. They loved the pool and spa and we all enjoyed the hot breakfast! Room was clean and staff was friendly. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is great
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Made our Family trip a breeze! Didn’t have to worry about anything within the stay. Staff is friendly, waffles were delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Shauntel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Nice staff. Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice! Hotels was clean and well kept. Loved the breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Dimitrios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good place to stay in Santa Cruz. Nice location close to Pleasure Point.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast and jacuzzi rooms were amaaing
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and staff great, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zhongyou

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like the yogurt of breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room, coffee, breakfast & location was great!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Oscar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel great staff clean rooms great selection of breakfast and location to Santa Cruz boardwalk and the mystery spot and other great locations also capitola is a great surf spot and for the hotel I would definitely book again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms were in excellent condition. Staff was nice and friendly and ready to help ! My 4th year coming back .
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hakshing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast average. Room very clean. Convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly Heggem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean property, nice pool, good Continental breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room had lots of space, staff was very nice, pool and spa the kids loved.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Estela

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This has all of the makings of a great hotel - convenient location, nice pool, big rooms, friendly and helpful staff. However the bathroom was dated and could use a deep clean, there wasn’t hair or dirt but there was some rust in the shower and the worst part was the non-functioning bathroom fan - it was hot and unpleasant when sharing with famiiy. The red of property looked to be well maintained. My family and I really enjoyed the pool during our downtime.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was awesome and clean!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room, comfortable bed, nice sitting area, fireplace kept the room very warm and nice atmosphere, ac worked great, friendly staff, great breakfast selection
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Room and location were perfect for our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property, staff and amnesties. Lovely full breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was nice and centrally located to just about everything one would need. Staff was friendly and room was spacious and clean. Huge perk of this property was the breakfast. It wasn’t just pastries and yogurt but had hot items as well and it was all very tasty. Would for sure stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, nice breakfast, courteous staff, great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025