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

2.5 star property
Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz

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Lobby
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lobby
Property amenity
Free continental breakfast

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1435 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010
  • Place, Hooper Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪62 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

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

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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 WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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 WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(59 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Sofabed is a double bed)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

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

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Santa Cruz

Close to the beach.You'll find Hooper Beach and Capitola Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this hotel. The Hook and Capitola Wharf are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Hooper Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Capitola Historical Museum - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

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
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬5 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in Santa Cruz
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet. Free breakfast is served. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and laundry facilities are also featured at the business-friendly Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites. Self parking is free.

This Santa Cruz hotel is smoke free.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1999
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 36-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

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

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. 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.
  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Best Western Capitola
Best Western Plus Capitola Sea
Best Western Plus Capitola Sea Inn
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea
Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Hotel Capitola
Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn And Suites
Capitola Best Western
Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Hotel
Best Western Plus Capitola By the sea Inn Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By the sea Inn Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites Hotel
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites to the airport?

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites is 12.4 mi (20-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

As of Apr 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites on May 3, 2026 start from CA $184, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites.

How close is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Hooper Beach and 1 mi (5-min drive) from Capitola Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offer free breakfast?

Yes, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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.

Is there free parking at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites to downtown Santa Cruz?

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites is 3.3 mi away from Santa Cruz.

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 731 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 25 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1004 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Jeff

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Terry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff was excellent and welcoming. The room was very clean. There was a small issue with the air conditioner leaking but they took that very seriously. I didn't try the breakfast. Parking in back was easy and convenient. Good quality for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous hospitality, great facilities and room. Special shout out- I was in a hurry and needed laundry and the host let me in the laundry room a little early to help me in a pinch to get my clothes cleaned before having to keep traveling. That was next level service. Also, the kitchen staff ladies allowed my wife and I to eat and even get an extra biscuit and extra bacon that was already put away. We arrived at 10:03am but the two ladies were so sweet and gracious to us. Muy fantastico.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

celia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the room was spotless and staff very friendly definite come back again
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean hotel with a hot tub
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, affordable price, and free breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

AGUSTINA

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

William

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam, Sloughhouse

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Did not eat breakfast but looked good, room was good but no water pressure in shower. For the most part easy for a quick stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really nice. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, clean, nice room and wonderful free breakfast in the morning, appreciated.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

KATHY

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A TV remote that works! And is easy to use...not so stupidly complicated! 2 complementary bottle of water per day... The breakfast needs to be improved. The eggs, both fried and hard boiled looked inedible. The made to to order waffles were great as were the bagels. The fresh fruit was good, but didn't come out until we were almost finished eating. The room was beautiful...bed comfortable...only downside in the room was the tv remote which promised many options but only worked on a few stations...which usually had a diferent program than on the schedule
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Diana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of pillows on the bed loved it! Property very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Béatrice

All was good
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very friendly staff. Very clean room. Bed comfortable. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Yumiko

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Remon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

chris or Cyndi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service at the front desk. Welcoming atmosphere. Breakfast was great with hot food and a wide variety. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Therese

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

8/10 Good

Linda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a spacious room with lots of counter space and electrical outlets. The bed was great as were sheets, pillows and duvet. It made me feel comfortable because these things were so clean. Breakfast and the ladies that keep it filled were really great. Lots of variety and some interesting temptations elevated breakfast. The bathroom drains were slow, my only negative.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025