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

9.2 (1012 Reviews) |  1 Bathroom
Capitola Hotel | Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Hotel in Capitola, Santa Cruz

Hotel with free parking, near Capitola Beach
This smoke-free hotel features an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and a hot tub. Free continental breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include laundry facilities, a 24-hour front desk, and a front-desk safe.
Housekeeping is available on request.
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.


An outdoor pool and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
Parking
Pool
TV
Wheelchair Accessible
Accessibility
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Toiletries
Guest Services
Breakfast
Child Friendly
Hot Tub
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels
Bedroom
  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • LED light bulbs
  • Desk
  • Soundproofing
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Recycling
  • Phone
  • Desk chair
Breakfast
  • Free continental breakfast
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee/tea maker
Parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Accessibility
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Area rugs in room
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Activities
  • Ecotours
  • Surfing/body boarding
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • Horse riding
  • Ziplining
  • Whale watching
  • Mountain climbing
  • Beach access
  • Hot tub
  • Fitness center
  • Outdoor pool
Entertainment
  • Cable channels
  • 36-inch LED TV
  • Premium channels
General
  • Front-desk safe
  • Elevator
  • Vending machine
  • English
  • Smoke-free property
Guest Services
  • Microwave
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Fence around the pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
Internet
  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet
Outdoors
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Pool sun loungers

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
Child Policy
Children are welcome. kids stay free! children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding. free cribs (infant beds)!
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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 this property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of we care clean (best western)

Reviews

Dennis
Feb 2, 2026 04:15:31 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Room was clean
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Room Arrangement

Room Info Facilities
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Room Size: 340 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

General

Square meters - 32, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square feet - 340, Microwave, Refrigerator, Bed count minimum 2, Free wired internet, Ping - 10, Bed count maximum 2
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub
Room Size: 340 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

General

Square meters - 32, Number of living rooms 0, Jetted bathtub, Rollaway/extra beds (free), Location - ground floor, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 340, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, Free wired internet, Ping - 10
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)
Room Size: 435 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

General

Square meters - 40, Square feet - 435, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Microwave, Ping - 12, Separate sitting area, Sofa bed, Refrigerator, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1
Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Sofabed is a double bed)
Room Size: 390 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Business Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Sofabed is a double bed)

General

Number of living rooms 0, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 0, Square feet - 390, Ping - 11, Room and bed type depend on availability check-in, Separate sitting area, Square meters - 36, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Free wired internet
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub
Room Size: 340 square feet m2
2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

General

Square meters - 32, Jetted bathtub, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, Number of bedrooms - 1, Square feet - 340, Bed count minimum 2, Free wired internet, Ping - 10, Bed count maximum 2
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)
Room Size: 680 square feet m2
3 King Bed and Queen Beds
Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

General

Number of living rooms 0, Fireplace, Number of bedrooms - 2, Sofa bed, Square feet - 680, Extra bed count 1, Ping - 19, Jetted bathtub, Square meters - 63, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, Television, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)
Room Size: 435 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

General

Square feet - 435, Grab bar - in shower, Visual fire alarm, Wheelchair-width doorways, Low-height counters/sink, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 12, Sofa bed, Transfer shower, Hand-held showerhead, Grab bar - in bathtub, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Number of living rooms 1, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Accessible bathtub, Portable bathtub seat, Square meters - 40, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, Height-adjustable showerhead, Separate sitting area, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1
Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub
Room Size: 680 square feet m2
3 King Bed and Queen Beds
Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

General

Visual fire alarm, Wheelchair-width doorways, Low-height counters/sink, Number of bedrooms - 1, Transfer shower, Square feet - 680, Hand-held showerhead, Grab bar - in bathtub, Wheelchair accessible, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Accessible bathtub, Portable bathtub seat, Ping - 19, Square meters - 63, Location - ground floor, No rollaway/extra beds, Height-adjustable showerhead, Bed count maximum 3, Bed count minimum 3
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave
Room Size: 340 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

General

Square meters - 32, Outdoor spaces not available, Rollaway/extra beds (free), Number of bedrooms - 1, Square feet - 340, Room and bed type depend on availability check-in, Bed count minimum 1, Extra bed count 1, Bed count maximum 1, Free wired internet, Ping - 10
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Sofabed is a double bed)
Room Size: 390 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Fireplace (Sofabed is a double bed)

General

No rollaway/extra beds, Fireplace, Square feet - 390, Number of bedrooms - 1, Ping - 11, Separate sitting area, Square meters - 36, Bed count minimum 1, Bed count maximum 1, Free wired internet
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking
Room Size: 340 square feet m2
1 King Bed
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

General

Number of living rooms 0, Grab bar - in shower, Number of bedrooms - 0, Visual fire alarm, Wheelchair-width doorways, Low-height counters/sink, Low-height desk, Square feet - 340, Hand-held showerhead, Wheelchair accessible, Extra bed count 1, Lowered locks/deadbolt, Accessible bathtub, Square meters - 32, Rollaway/extra beds (free), Location - ground floor, Height-adjustable showerhead, Wheelchair-accessible bathroom vanity, Ping - 9.56, Bed count minimum 1, Roll-in shower, Bed count maximum 1

FAQ's

Is this Capitola hotel pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Capitola hotel have a swimming pool?

Yes, this Capitola hotel has a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Capitola hotel?

Best-rates for the Capitola hotel starts from $128 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, Security/Safety, Hot Tub, Wheelchair Accessible, Accessibility, Bedding/Linens, Toiletries, Breakfast, Child Friendly, Internet, Kitchen, Pool, Laundry, Parking, TV, Guest Services, Air Conditioner with all other facilities. matches every traveler with their perfect accommodation, whether you are traveling with a group, friends, family, or pets.

Is Capitola hotel a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this hotel 2 stars or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the hotel has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Capitola hotel wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Capitola hotel is wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Capitola hotel?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Capitola hotel indicates 1 day stay policy at this hotel. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Capitola hotel?

Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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