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

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near Capitola Beach

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

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1435 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010
  • Place, Hooper Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪46 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
(89 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

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

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
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (with Sofabed)

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

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

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
(58 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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
(9 reviews)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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
(4 reviews)
  • 63 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Capitola Beach and Capitola Wharf. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the gym, Hot tub and pool loungers. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Santa Cruz hotel include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Hooper Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Capitola Mercantile - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 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 with free parking, near Capitola Beach
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers its guests an outdoor pool, Access to hot tub, and a fitness centre. 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 members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites offers 58 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 36-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Low-height electrical sockets 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 bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 36-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

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

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from 16 February 2026 to 27 February 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Hot tub
  • Swimming pool
During renovations, the hotel will make every effort to minimise noise and disturbance.

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 cots (infant beds)!

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
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. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Children aged 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
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Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Hotel Capitola
Best Western Plus Capitola By-The-Sea Inn And Suites
Capitola Best Western
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Frequently asked questions

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

Yep, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites has a free self car park.

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

As of 13 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites on 1 Mar 2026 start from NZ$207.42, including 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.

Are there any beaches close to Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

Yep, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites is a short 15-minute walk from Capitola Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM. The property will be renovating the swimming pool from February 16 2026 until February 27 2026 (completion date subject to change).

Is Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites is a hit with families.

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

Yeah, visitors love the free continental brekkie here! It's the ideal place to fuel up for a big day of adventure.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

No, Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites?

No, only service animals are allowed.

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

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 724 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 193 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1000 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cassandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything here is great! We always stay here when we come to town, it’s our favorite spot. The staff is wonderful, the rooms are great, and the breakfast is really yummy. Parking is so handy, we love the quiet hours. One of our favorite places to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Breanna

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were impressed with the size of our room and the options available for breakfast. The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. We also appreciated having a keurig in our room with good quality coffee. We didn’t get to use the pool amd hot tub, but it looked very nice. The location was also great. Close to many restaurants, shops, and only a 20 minute walk to the water. We would stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Happy and satisfy
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keley, Lincoln

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, breakfast was great, very clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are clean, staff is courteous and continental breakfast was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luca

Tim at the front desk was great!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Martin

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lois

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Great hotel. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hot tub was super toasty, but the pool was a bit chilly.
View from the hot tub at dusk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Geoff

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Mediocre stay

Commercial trucks unloading outside the room at 4:30am was not very pleasant. Lost a lot of sleep because of this. Also surprising was the duck tape holding the floor together by the bathroom?
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonee

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergey

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the property and the breakfast, but they are cleaning their laundry with harsh chemicals, my daughter’s legs and arms were covered in hives in the morning after sleeping on the hotel sheets. We did not have the same reaction, but if your skin is sensitive I you might want to bring a sheet with you to put on top of theirs. They are definitely clean though, no bacteria can survive after such a chemical treatment 😅
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Juan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fresh but quality not so hot.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Jim and Cathy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was fine - the bed was awful! The mattress needs to be replaced - too hard and mattress edge was very worn on each side. Pillows were hard and lumpy - very uncomfortable - hard to get comfortable. I never slept soundly, was up 5 times during the night. Finally, the air conditioner came on frequently, which woke us up each time. Pool was nice and breakfast was fine, but with the bed so uncomfortable, we will have to find another place to stay when coming to Capitola!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Josephine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Overall good night’s rest

Friendly service at the front desk. Place is clean. Bed was comfortable. The room we stayed - looks like they were still working on the wall for the showers.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room cheerful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

kat, mountain view

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I had requested a quiet room in advance because I’m such a light sleeper, but that didn’t happen!/( I was stuck with the room they gave me and I felt like my needs and request was not considered!m unfortunately.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Margarida, Felton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast! Bathrooms could be updated a little, otherwise, good value!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Emilia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The bar by the hotel plays music extremly loud and late...was impossible to go to sleep...the floors are very thin so the people above me were really loud when walking...you can hear everything in the hall corridor because the walls are so thin...the continental breakfast served rubbery eggs....overall would not stay again...for the price I expected more.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will be visiting again very soon. :))
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

DAN

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025