Hotels in Capitola

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1. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
$110
$126 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
Capitola
$191
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Monarch Cove Inn

3. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
Capitola
$259
$300 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Capitola Hotel

4. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
Capitola
$208
$238 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

5. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola
$286
$380 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Inn at Depot Hill

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
$133
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
$144
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
$106
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
$83
$98 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Carousel Beach Inn

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
$175
$246 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Chaminade Resort & Spa

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$144
$165 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz
$197
$225 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

13. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
Eastside Santa Cruz
$131
$212 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Bella Notte

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$127
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

15. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
$110
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Marea Sol Hotel

16. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz
$86
$99 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Hitching Post Studios Inn

17. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$144
$166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

18. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
$67
$94 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Seaside Inn & Suites

19. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$114
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

20. Best Western Plus All Suites Inn

Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
$118
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Best Western Plus All Suites Inn
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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 Esplanade Park Beach and Hooper 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, Esplanade Park Beach, and Hooper Beach for some more water views.
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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 walkable and has lots of nice beaches.
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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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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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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

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
Capitola

10/10 Exceptional

United States
JaJa
Monarch Cove Inn

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Whitney
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
Capitola

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Katie
Capitola Hotel

Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
Capitola

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Allen
Inn at Depot Hill

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
Capitola

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Errol
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Paula
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Hal
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Eastside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Scott
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Jonalec
Seaway Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
Eastside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Roy
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Stella
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Mindy
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Amanda
Rio Vista Suites

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Karla
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Tracy
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Best Western Inn

Best Western Inn
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Alicia
Best Western Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn
Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Anonymous traveler
Ocean Gate Inn

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

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

10/10 Exceptional

United States
Richard
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Frequently Asked Questions

What hotels do travelers like in Capitola?

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?

There are lots of reasons to book your Capitola trip with us: our free cancellations on selected hotels* gives you flexibility, and with One Key™, our rewards program, you will be able to earn and use OneKeyCash™** on all eligible bookings such as hotels, car rentals, flights, vacation rentals and more on Hotels.com, Expedia and Vrbo.