Marea Sol Hotel

2.0 star property

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A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.
A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.
A balcony with blue chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a casino building in the background.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 1 Double Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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

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

Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Premium Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Luxury Room, 2 Double Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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

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

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, Marea Sol Hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and within 15 minutes of other popular attractions like Monterey Bay. This 38-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and a rooftop terrace.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean Street - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel offers an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and free WiFi in public areas. Self parking is offered for USD 25 per day. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a microwave in a common area and a vending machine.
Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with digital channels and Netflix. Pillowtop beds grant a restful night's sleep, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and safes are also standard. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.

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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 transportation

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • 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
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Marea Sol Hotel?

Marea Sol Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Marea Sol Hotel?

As of Jul 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Marea Sol Hotel on Aug 12, 2026 start from $216, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do near Marea Sol Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a short 4-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and also 14 minutes on foot from Monterey Bay. You'll also find Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park and Mystery Spot within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Marea Sol Hotel?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for USD 25 per day with in/out privileges. Wheelchair-accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Marea Sol Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Marea Sol Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Marea Sol Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Marea Sol Hotel good for couples?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this hotel, including Netflix and a pillowtop mattress in each guestroom, and some feature ocean view.

Are there hot tubs at Marea Sol Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Marea Sol Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Marea Sol Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Marea Sol Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Marea Sol Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Marea Sol Hotel?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Marea Sol Hotel?

The closest major airport to Marea Sol Hotel is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 17.4 mi away (34 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Marea Sol Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Marea Sol Hotel offer a furnished balcony and may feature ocean views.

Marea Sol Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1079 out of 1597 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 303 out of 1597 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 1597 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 42 out of 1597 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1597 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Rachell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff, amazing location and beautiful clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Esperanza

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, beautiful location very nice stuff very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with lots to do around it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing room and staff already booked our next stay!!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was adorable, loved it and the proximity to the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gelena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Great rooms and the staff is wonderful!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amazing hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

PATRICIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes, great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Location was great
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a convenient location to the wharf and the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed several times alway wonderful. Great location, very clean and well appointed rooms and great staff. Price is very good for the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean and fun
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Clean room nice staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Paige

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the ocean! We were there during the off season but we had a great stay at this hotel. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

BRANDON

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pool was tiny but clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Courtney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room..nice place..great access to wharf and boardwalk!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jarar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean room with balcony spacious bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and very nice people at the desk
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute, clean and great location. Beachfront rooms were amazing and I loved the coffee shop right now stairs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, clean, great location and price. Only downside were the beds being smaller than a standard queen.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026