3-Star Hotels near The Beach in Capitola CA

Beach Street Inn and Suites, located atop Beach Hill in Santa Cruz, offers breathtaking views of Monterey Bay, Cowells Beach and Main Beach. Established in the 1940s and originally called "Terrace Court," the boutique inn underwent renovations in 2011, earning accolades as one of Santa Cruz's best hotels. Guests can enjoy amenities such as a heated pool, hot tub, firepit and complimentary coffee, espresso and cocoa bar. The inn's prime location is just steps away from the sand, adjacent to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf, offering easy access to numerous attractions and cultural landmarks. A range of accommodations is available, all equipped with essentials like a mini-refrigerator, microwave, flat-screen TV, cable and complimentary Wi-Fi. Additional on-site facilities include a heated pool, hot tub, firepit, complimentary espresso bar and guest laundry facilities, while rooms offer free local calls, in-room temperature control, bathroom amenities, hairdryers, digital alarm clocks, sitting areas, cable television and Chromecast streaming services, ensuring a memorable stay for all guests.