Places to stay in Opal Cliffs, California

Opal Cliffs is community in Santa Cruz County, California. Local restaurants include Steamer Lane Supply, Jack O’neill Restaurant And Lounge, Jack O’neill Restaurant & Lounge, and Paradise Dogs.

If you are travelling in the area, Opal Cliffs is located close to Meadow Trail, Twin Lakes State Beach, Santa Cruz Harbor, Laurel School and Jade Street Park.

The center of Opal Cliffs ( which is at is longitude -122°1'37.2 and latitude 36°57'23.04 ) is located 2 miles away from Santa Cruz, 5 miles away from Capitola, 7 miles away from Felton and 7 miles away from Scotts Valley.

Available Opal Cliffs lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Opal Cliffs.

Opal Cliffs Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of La Quinta Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

La Quinta Inn & Suites

Approx 1 mile away in Santa Cruz:

Enjoy the California sunshine as well as free breakfast and WiFi, a pool, and gym at La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz. Off CA-1 and CA-17, 33 miles from Norman Y.
550 2nd Street
Santa Cruz, California
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Holiday Inn Express

Approx 3 miles away in Santa Cruz:

Our hotel's location offers free breakfast & easy access to the Boardwalk, picturesque beaches, towering redwoods and terrific shopping.You can relish the comforts of home when you choose to stay at the Holiday Inn Express® Hotel & Suites Santa .....
1410 Ocean Street
Santa Cruz, California
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Courtyard

Approx 2 miles away in Santa Cruz:

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is ideally located two blocks from the sandy beaches and the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park. Easy walking distance to Santa Cruz Wharf and downtown Pacific Avenue.
313 Riverside Avenue
Santa Cruz, California

Opal Cliffs Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Beach RV Park

Approx 4 miles away in Santa Cruz:

Beach RV Park sits in a lovely area known as Live Oak. Across from Corcoran Lagoon and county library, minutes from beautiful white sand beaches with views of Monterey Bay. World class beaches are great for swimming, surfing, and picnics. Walk for miles in either direction.
2505 Portola Drive
Santa Cruz, California
Campsite / RV Parks

Santa Vida RV Park & Campground

Approx 5 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 2 miles away in Santa Cruz:

135 5th Avenue
Santa Cruz, California
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Opal Cliffs

Photograph of Flower Bar, Santa Cruz
Flower Bar

Taqueria Jalapeños Y Pupuseria ( Dining / Other ). Located at 107 Leonard Street, Santa Cruz, 2 miles from the center of Opal Cliffs. We’re proud to bring both Salvadorian & Mexican cuisine to Santa Cruz. scpupusas.com Link

Avanti Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 1917 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, 1 mile from the center of Opal Cliffs. We serve you organic vegetables, sustainable seafood, pasture raised meats and poultry, organic milk, butter and eggs, locally roasted coffee and house made desserts in our new elegant location. avantisantacruz.squarespace.com Link

Gilda’s Family Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 37 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, 1 mile from the center of Opal Cliffs. A Santa Cruz tradition for over 50 years, located at the center of the iconic Santa Cruz Wharf and across from the world famous Santa Cruz Boardwalk. www.gildas-restaurant.com Link

Vasili’s Greek Restaurant ( Dining / Greek ). Located at 1501 Mission Street, Santa Cruz, 2 miles from the center of Opal Cliffs. Vasilis Greek Restaurant is a long-time culinary tradition in Santa Cruz. Our food is authentic and always fresh, our vibe is warm, our staff are super friendly, and we want to feed you and make you feel at home. Please call us for take out, catering or large groups. www.vasilisgreekrestaurant.com Link

Dolphin Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 71 Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz, 1 mile from the center of Opal Cliffs. The Dolphin Restaurant is a classic diner at the end of the Santa Cruz Wharf. Enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner a half mile offshore in the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. A favorite of locals and visitors alike you can dine indoors, on the best patio on the Wharf or you can order from our Walk Up/To-Go Window and then sit on a picnic table as you listen to the sea lions just below. dolphinrestaurant.net Link

Tramonti ( Dining / Other ). Located at 528 Seabright Avenue, Santa Cruz, 2 miles from the center of Opal Cliffs. Tramonti serves authentic Italian pizza, pasta, fresh salads, regional specialties and house made desserts. We use locally-sourced, organic products or unique ones imported from Italy. We are in the heart of Seabright, steps from the beach. Our recipes reflect family traditions and the simplicity and warmth of a true Italian cusine. tramontisantacruz.com Link