5/5 - Excellent
Sonya
Ive been coming to Capiola since i was 8 years old- i love going there.
Capitola, CA
Travel Guide
Visit Capitola
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
720 Hill Street, Capitola, CA
The price is AED 384 per night from May 4 to May 5
AED 384
AED 442 total
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Capitola. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It was clean but just worn."
Reviewed on 16 April 2025
Monarch Cove Inn
620 El Salto Drive, Capitola, CA
The price is AED 701 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 701
AED 797 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star B&B in Capitola. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (807 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Can't wait to go back!"
Reviewed on 16 April 2025
Capitola Venetian Hotel
1500 Wharf Road, Capitola, CA
The price is AED 735 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 735
AED 839 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Capitola. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (706 reviews)
"Loved staying in unit 123!! 2 balconies, fireplace and nice kitchen. There are no utensils or plates in the suite so plan accordingly if you bring food or take out. The main bedroom can be noisy at night but I was fine with my fan and sound machine. The views and location make up for the noise!! ..."
Reviewed on 15 April 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
10 Steps to the Sand…Capitola Beach Front at the mouth of the Wharf-Pet Friendly
Capitola
Book a stay at this beach condo in Capitola. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and balconies. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (21 reviews)
As advertised
"Wonderful condo. Close to everything and exactly as advertised. We had a great time."
Reviewed on 14 April 2025
Capitola Dreamin' Beach House
Capitola
Stay at this vacation home in Capitola. Enjoy patios and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Thanksgiving in Capitola
"Perfect home for our family. Close to everything."
Reviewed on 30 November 2024
Capitola Beach Haven
Capitola
Stay at this vacation home in Capitola. Enjoy a garden, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach ...
9/10 Wonderful! (12 reviews)
Family vacation
"We pulled into Santa Cruz a little early, so we messaged the manager to let them know we were here a little early and if we could check in. The manager got back to us, letting us know that the room will be ready in about 15 minutes. We ran into her on the way, and then she showed us where the heaters ..."
Reviewed on 28 March 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Popular places to visit
Capitola Beach
4.5/5(454 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Capitola Beach during your travels in Capitola? While in this quaint area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Hooper Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Hooper Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Capitola Wharf
4.5/5(26 reviews)
Explore the waterfront of Capitola Wharf and enjoy activities such as surfing in Capitola. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the biking trails.
Capitola Mercantile
4.5/5(4 reviews)
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Capitola Mercantile during your visit to Capitola. Stroll along the seaside in this family-friendly area, or seek out the surfing spots.
Esplanade Park Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Esplanade Park Beach during your trip to Capitola? Amble around this quaint area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Sante Adairius Rustic Ales
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Sante Adairius Rustic Ales during your travels to Capitola. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
Reviews of Capitola
4.7
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
AG
Need a better selection of restaurants.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Didn't check off the sights in review, because we were just passing thru this time, but we have spent lots of time in the area and love the aquarium, the boardwalk, the UC campus, watching the local fauna in the bay, and Manuel's restaurant in Aptos.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Had there not been the worst windstorm in the last half century we would have enjoyed the peaceful locale even more. That was truly evident the following morning after the wind had stopped blowing. It's a lovely village with friendly people.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Beautiful relaxing area
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Capitola is a beautiful, wonderful place to stay, explore
- Capitola Beach
- Capitola Wharf
- Hooper Beach
- Capitola Mercantile
- Esplanade Park Beach
- Sante Adairius Rustic Ales
- Capitola Historical Museum
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Monterey Bay
- Mystery Spot
- Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park
- University of California
- Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park
- Santa Cruz Wharf
- Roaring Camp Railroads
- Rio Del Mar Beach
- Big Basin Redwoods State Park
- Natural Bridges State Park
- La Selva Beach
- University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum
- Seacliff State Beach
- Ocean Street
- Santa Cruz Mountains
- Main Beach
- Sunset State Beach
- Santa Cruz Harbor
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute
- Cowell's Beach
- Pacific Avenue
- Testarossa Winery
- Seascape Golf Club
- Santa Cruz Main Beach