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

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near Capitola Beach

Photo gallery for Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

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

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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1435 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA, 95010
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Twin Lakes State Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪46 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(87 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub (with Sofabed)

Desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

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

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • 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
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 32 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
  • 36 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
2 bedrooms
  • 63 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LED TV
Renovated in 2019
  • 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

  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Esplanade Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Pleasure Point Park - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Twin Lakes State Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Tacos Moreno - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Asian Express - ‬11 min walk

About this property

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

Hotel with free breakfast, 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. A complete renovation of Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites was completed in January 2019.

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
  • Renovated entire property - January 2019
  • 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 7 January 2026 to 17 January 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
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

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 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites on 6 Jan 2026 start from NZ$217.54, 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 January 7 2026 until January 17 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. 723 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 194 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1001 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great Location. Hotel does need to be updated. The Room that I stayed in needed maintenance. The walls were scratched and needed repair. The flooring scratched and peeling. The bathroom faucet was hooked up backwards. The hallways smell musty. The breakfast room was not very clean and was unattended most of the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent customer service.They fixed a problem I had created in booking and were professional, pleasant and extremely helpful. There are extra perks like specialty coffee and hot chocolate in the lobby and breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelina, sacramento

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, staff and breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

POLLY

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We booked this room 15 minutes prior to arriving and were happy with the room and closeness to restaurants which were walkable. The area seemed very safe and the free breakfast was the best we’d had on our trip. It offered both hot items and grab and go and even had a free latte machine in the lobby along with free cookies. Will definitely come back to this hotel when in the area in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was a gem. Easy walk to the main Capitola front area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Over all great stay

Good place to stay! The only thing I Must note is the floors are thin so If you are on floors 1 or 2 you will hear people walking and in the bathroom. Breakfast very good and they have good coffee. Clean overall but wished their sink was in the bathroom. We went for the car week event's, but Capitola beach is a cool little area.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BILLY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We will definitely stay at this hotel in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Somala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and safe area
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Nice hotel, clean great customer service nice swimming pool Jacuzzi good breakfast close to liquor store shopping center supermarket about 20 minutes from the beach walking
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

neptali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrel

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

Best Western Plus Capitola stay

Had a large handicap accessible room with fridge and microwave. Handicap parking spaces and electric car charging stations. helpful staff. internet available and included. Breakfast included.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Athenea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Worked well

I would stay here again. The hotel is in town (not near the water), the rooms were spacious, plenty of parking and breakfast in the morning is helpful to get something in the stomach before heading out for the day. They had homemade chocolate chip cookies at the front desk! All in all, it worked out well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025