Places to stay in Twin Lakes, California

Twin Lakes is community in Santa Cruz County, California. Local restaurants include Lago Di Como, Taqueria Michoacan, Evarista’s Comal, and Star Bene Italian Argentine Restaurant.

If you are travelling in the area, Twin Lakes is located close to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, San Vicente Creek, Fruitvale School (historical), Lighthouse Christian Fellowship Four Square Gospel Church and Wilder Beach.

The center of Twin Lakes ( which is at is longitude -121°59'31.2 and latitude 36°57'41.76 ) is located 3 miles away from Capitola, 3 miles away from Santa Cruz, 6 miles away from Aptos and 7 miles away from Scotts Valley.

Available Twin Lakes lodging

We currently have 6 accommodations in and around Twin Lakes.

Twin Lakes 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 2 miles 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

Twin Lakes Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Beach RV Park

Approx 2 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 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 1 mile away in Santa Cruz:

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

Photograph of Gilda’s Family Restaurant, Santa Cruz
Gilda’s Family Restaurant

Poke House - Santa Cruz ( Dining / Other ). Located at 1543 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, 3 miles from the center of Twin Lakes. Healthy, fresh, and sustainable fish prepared daily. Serving our unique take on Hawaiian Poké with California spirit to the Bay Area and beyond. www.poke.house Link

Jack O’neill Restaurant & Lounge ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, 2 miles from the center of Twin Lakes. Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge is now open for indoor dining. Come enjoy the best of Santa Cruz dining, and full ocean views. Our menu offers selections for the whole family and ingredients and libations all sourced locally. www.jackoneillrestaurant.com Link

The Water Street Grill ( Dining / Other ). Located at 503 Water Street, Santa Cruz, 3 miles from the center of Twin Lakes. Our local restaurant in Santa Cruz Ca is Family owned, The Water Street Grill is a neighborhood Grill, burger bar and wine-Beer Bar offering farm-to-table food, handcrafted drink and a selection of intriguing, affordable Firestone Drafted beers & great selection of wines. We have been more the 20 years in the Restaurant business, we are very committed our restaurant to treat customers with the most respect and let us also handle any event you having, will make it unforgettable moment. www.thewaterstreetgrill.com Link

Malabar Restaurant ( Dining / Other ). Located at 514 Front Street, Santa Cruz, 2 miles from the center of Twin Lakes. Malabar Restaurant offers an impressive selection of seafood and vegetarian, and vegan dishes inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine. We also offer gluten-free options. www.malabar-restaurant.com Link

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

Pono Hawaiian Kitchen & Tap ( Dining / Other ). Located at 3744 Capitola Road, Santa Cruz, 2 miles from the center of Twin Lakes. 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