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Capitola Hotel

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star hotel near Capitola Beach

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A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.
A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.
A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.
A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".
A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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210 Esplanade, Capitola, CA, 95010
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

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A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room (Antigua)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Room (Aruba)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a telephone and a remote control.

Room (Bonaire)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, a framed map on the wall, and a closed door labeled "CURACAO".

Room (Curacao)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A large bed with white linens, a woven headboard, and multiple pillows. A blue sofa with patterned cushions is against the wall.

Room (Grand Bahama)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a wooden cabinet, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Room (Grand Cayman)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Room (Jamaica)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a door labeled "MARTINIQUE", and a wall-mounted picture.

Room (Martinique)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed in a hotel room with a headboard, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with shutters.

Room (Nevis)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Room (Paradise Island)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Capitola

Close to the beach.At this Capitola hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Capitola Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. Rio Del Mar Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Capitola Mercantile - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Capitola Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Potbelly Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Capitola Hotel

3.5-star hotel near Capitola Beach
There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Capitola Hotel also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Capitola hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Meeting rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Capitola Hotel offers 10 accommodations with slippers and designer toiletries. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Cable television is provided.

Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. This Capitola hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (USD 45 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Motor boating

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Capitola Hotel to the airport?

Capitola Hotel is 11.5 mi (26-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 Capitola Hotel?

As of Oct 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Capitola Hotel on Nov 11, 2026 start from CA $309, 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 Capitola Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Capitola Hotel.

How close is Capitola Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Capitola Beach and 2-minute walk from Esplanade Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Capitola Hotel offer free breakfast?

Capitola Hotel offers free continental breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Capitola Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Capitola Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Capitola Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 45 per night.

Does Capitola Hotel have a pool?

Capitola Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Capitola Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Capitola Hotel to downtown Capitola?

Capitola Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Capitola.

Capitola Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 350 out of 565 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 144 out of 565 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 565 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 565 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 565 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, clean, great breakfast, friendly staff, its a perfect little place and steps to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice little located spot if you want to be right on the Esplanade of Capitola near the beach and decent restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place with clean comfortable rooms. Great location because it is across the street from the restaurants and the beach. The staff were very helpful and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great accommodations, friendly staff, excellent value and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean rooms great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Julie & Jessica were the best staff personnel. So glad we stayed at the Capitola Hotel, everything was great & we enjoyed our stay. Ideal location Looking forward to visiting again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the location was great. Plenty to do in the nice beach town of capitola and this hotel is right in the sweet spot. Perfect for a couples getaway. Staff was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at the Capitol Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quaint hotel. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful helpful staff, clean room, great smelling toiletries. I think there should be a little warning that they are located across from a bar with loud live music and next to an arcade. We had never been to Capitola so it was a little surprising. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love, love The Capitola Hotel! The staff, especially Julie, are awesome and always helpful, the rooms and property are always clean and welcoming. The Grand Cayman is our favorite room and paying for the garage parking is so worth the price! The location perfect, within walking distance of everything. If you’re a light sleeper, use the ear plugs, early mornings are very noisy with deliveries across the street and the street cleaning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, cleanliness and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was awesome so close to everything in capitola. Can’t complain! definitely would go back. It was our first time there but not that last!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff great room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Capitola Hotel multiple times and have enjoyed it each time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The remodel is very nice, of course, clean, bright and bed was perfect, plenty of room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was a good continental breakfast. The parking included a pass good throughout town which was wonderful because parking is so difficult in Capitola. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The patio area was not too inviting but the lounge where breakfast was served was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very nice location easy to walk to restaurants and the beach ,we stayed two nights and loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Right in center of town, walking distance to eat and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025