Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View | Living area
Room, 1 King Bed
Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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301 Beach St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking, Partial Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Luxury Suite, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Superior Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

  • 1 bedroom
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

With a stay at Marea Sol Hotel in Santa Cruz (Westside Santa Cruz), you'll be a 4-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay. .This beach hotel is 3.3 mi (5.4 km) from University of California, Santa Cruz and 4.8 mi (7.7 km) from Mystery Spot.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Ocean Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Stagnaro Bros - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Marea Sol Hotel

Beach fun in outdoor pool, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Marea Sol Hotel offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. This Santa Cruz hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned guestrooms. Your room comes with a pillowtop bed. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a rooftop terrace. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, an elevator, and microwave in a common area. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Direct access to the beach
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (91 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 25 per day (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Marea Sol Hotel Hotel
Marea Sol Hotel Santa Cruz
Marea Sol Hotel Hotel Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 755 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 211 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 77 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1083 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1083 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Jenesys

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
While the staff was lovely and accommodating, and the room was clean, had what I needed, the noise was ridiculous. I was on the 3rd floor, when a family around 12am checked in above me. I gave it about 45 mins to settle down but around 1 am, I had to call the front desk to ask them to please step in as they were running back and forth, pounding the ground, dropping items, etc. Thankfully, staff was responsive and the issue settled down quick after they came. BUT if you are booking in May of 2025 to the forseeable future, please be aware there is very loud construction happening next door. I was woken up at 7:30am to a loud buzz saw and multiple construction men outside my window. Terrible Overall, great location and staff. Horrible noise quality
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gricelda

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

danna

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

Pleasant trip

Excellent customer service. We were upgraded to ocean front room with a beautiful view, a step from the ocean. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harpreet

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

8/10 Good

James

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was construction right across the street, the whole time I was. No breakfast on the property, cafe next door. Walkable to boardwalk, and local shopping.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Dennis at the front desk was super friendly and helpful. Awesome check in experience!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danessa, Kelseyville

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Dawne

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

Parking is tight

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alethia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were friendly and accomidating. The room was welcoming, clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Savanah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and soo cute!!would highly recommend staying here to anyone!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kristine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
We have stayed at
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful staff and upgrade to keep high school together. Greatly appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Christina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ana

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach is only a 2 min walk away from this hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

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

Beautiful quaint hotel

We had a great stay a the Marea Sol Hotel the staff was very friendly and our room was nice and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

My overnight stay at Marea Sol

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yolanda, Fairfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was perfect for access to the start of the Santa Cruz Half-Marathon, just right outside our hotel. Parking was convenient but challenging if you had a large vehicle. Backing into parking space is best. Lighting was dim in bathroom for me. Prefer a little brighter. But nice room and bathroom. Staff was really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

A great stat

Starting from the reception and ending with the checkout, the front desk crew was friendly, welcoming, and helpful with questions. The room was clean and comfortable and seemed to be recently remodeled. The location was excellent right across from the beach and adjacent to the boardwalk. Despite the excellent location, I never heard any extraneous sounds in my room. There was ample parking on the property for a fair fee I will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025