Places to stay in Capitola, California

Capitola is a city in Santa Cruz County, California, on the coast of Monterey Bay. Local restaurants include Avenue Cafe, Shadowbrook Restaurant, Trestles Restaurant, and Bella Roma Caffe.

If you are travelling in the area, Capitola is located close to Victory Faith Center, Scotts Valley Square Shopping Center, Mill Creek, Moore Creek and Mitchell Cove.

The center of Capitola ( which is at is longitude -121°57'14.4 and latitude 36°58'33.6 ) is located 3 miles away from Aptos, 5 miles away from Santa Cruz, 6 miles away from La Selva Beach and 7 miles away from Scotts Valley.

Available Capitola lodging

We currently have 12 accommodations in and around Capitola.

Capitola Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Fairfield Inn & Suites, Capitola
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Fairfield Inn & Suites

The Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola is the area’s newest, state-of-the-art hotel. Guests and industry experts rank this exceptional, all-suite hotel as one of the finest Fairfield Inns worldwide.
1255 41st Avenue
Capitola, California
Photograph of Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea, Capitola
Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

At our Quality Inn & Suites® Capitola By The Sea hotel you’ll be greeted by professional, responsive, and friendly service.
720 Hill Street
Capitola, California
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Listing updated 2024
Hotels

Quality Inn

At our Quality Inn & Suites® Capitola By The Sea hotel you’ll be greeted by professional, responsive, and friendly service.
822 Bay Avenue
Capitola, California
Hotels

Capitola Venetian Hotel

The Capitola Venetian is an all-suite, boutique hotel on the beach in Capitola Village, five miles south of Santa Cruz and forty miles north of Monterey.
1500 Wharf Road
Capitola, California
Hotels

Inn At Depot Hill

A landmark in Capitola history and voted one of the top 10 Inns in the United States Inn at depot hill is located in The heart of the seaside community of Capitola village Explore miles of beaches and dine on world class cuisine or Simply relax in .....
250 Monterey Avenue
Capitola, California
Hotels

Best Western Capitola By-The-Sea Inn & Suites

★★★★★★★★★
Centrally located in Capitola, this award winning central California hotel offers easy access to a variety of local attractions.
"I called to let them know that I was arriving a day early, they told me that was not a problem. I arrived at 3:30 am, as I had told them I would and I was informed by the man at the desk that they ..... "
1435 41st Avenue
Capitola, California
Motels

Harbor Lights Motel

Whether you're traveling with your family or coming to town for the races, Harbor Lights Motel is a quaint motel where you will find the most comfortable rooms in the area. Located right on Monterey Beach, our locally owned and operated motel .....
5000 Cliff Drive
Capitola, California
Bed & Breakfasts

Capitola Hotel

Just steps from the beach, our boutique hotel offers stylish and comfortable rooms with a Caribbean flair. Enjoy easy access to great shopping, dining and year-round outdoor activities. Enjoy complimentary gourmet coffee and an assortment of fresh fruit and pastries in our lobby each morning.
210 Esplanade
Capitola, California

Capitola Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Santa Vida RV Park & Campground

Approx 4 miles away in Santa Cruz:

Santa Vida is minutes from downtown Santa Cruz, and offers RV sites in a 23 acre forest setting of beautiful redwoods, madrone, and oak. We have endeavored to preserve this natural, tranquil, beautiful smog-free environment for your enjoyment.
1611 Branciforte Drive
Santa Cruz, California
Campsite / RV Parks

Santa Cruz Harbor RV Park

Approx 4 miles away in Santa Cruz:

135 5th Avenue
Santa Cruz, California
Campsite / RV Parks

New Brighton State Beach

1500 Park Avenue
Capitola, California

Seacliff Trailer RV Park

Campsite / RV Park

Approx 3 miles away in Aptos:

234 State Park Drive
Aptos, California
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Capitola

Photograph of Vinocruz, Soquel
Vinocruz

Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap ( Dining / Other ). Located at 3744 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, 1 mile from the center of Capitola. We’re proud to share authentic culinary cuisine from Maui, including Maui Brewing on both tap and can. We also offer wine, kombucha, and locally made desserts that are made with joy so you can bring the Aloha spirit home with you! ponokitchenandtap.com Link

My Thai Beach ( Dining / Thai ). Located at 207 Esplanade. Thai food restaurant in the Capitola Village. Restaurant is located on the beach with an ocean view. www.mythaibeach-restaurant-santacruz.com Link

Manuel's Mexican Restaurant ( Dining / Mexican ). Located at 261 Center Avenue, Aptos, 3 miles from the center of Capitola. A local tradition since 1965, generations of guests have enjoyed our delicious food, cooked fresh daily, served with a genuine smile. Founded by my father, Manuel Santana, here at Manuel’s Mexican Restaurant we proudly serve his original recipes. www.manuelsrestaurant.com Link

Vinocruz ( Dining / Other ). Located at 4901 Soquel Drive, Soquel, 1 mile from the center of Capitola. If you want the best of what the Santa Cruz Mountains has to offer, look no further. A taste of local in a glass. Food prepared fresh, all made in-house. www.vinocruz.com Link

Trestles Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 316 Capitola Avenue. Trestles provides a culinary experience for Capitola unlike any other. Utilizing seasonal locally-sourced produce, the menu will often be updated to reflect the current availability of our area’s rich assortments of fruits and vegetables. www.trestlesrestaurant.com Link

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