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Very Good
4.0/5
Based on 550 guest reviews
- With an outdoor pool!
- Free breakfast available
- Fitness center on property
- 58 sleeping rooms in hotel
- Hotel has 3 floors
- Hotel has 21 suites
- Check in: 03:00
- Hotel has a green policy
- Group booking rating of 10.0/10
Standard prices by room type for the next 60 days
Local Attractions
The BEST WESTERN PLUS Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites is near great surf spots such as Pleasure Point, Surf Bowl and Lighthouse Point for avid surfers, less than an hour's drive away guests can visit Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey Bay with its world famous aquarium and the beautiful Big Sur coastline and forest. There's more than enough to do for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing seaside vacation at our hotel on the Central California coast. The famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk amusement park is open year round and is the last of many old time amusement parks along the California coast.
Map of Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites
Verified Reviews of Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites
Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently: "Beautiful location, friendly staff."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Staff was helpful and friendly. Lovely little place just minutes away from the coast!
Kelly E. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from 
24-Feb-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri Feb 21 to Sat Feb 22 2025 at a $175.00 average nightly rate. 
"Clean, kind, appropriate."
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Clean, kind, appropriate. We stay here for work often because it is all of theses things.
Susan C. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
05-Nov-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Thu Oct 31 to Mon Nov 04 2024 at a $228.99 average nightly rate. Response from Management on 09-Nov-2024:
Thank you for taking the time to comment on your stay with us. We appreciate your loyalty to our property and brand and look forward to seeing you on your next visit!
"Wonderful Stay!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Booked just five days before the busy weekend (new to Capitola) very convenient location, friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, lovely breakfast. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Katherine F. (Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from
26-May-2024 Verified Review, stayed from Sat May 25 to Mon May 27 2024 at a $368.99 average nightly rate. Property Description
Centrally located in Capitola, this award winning central California hotel offers easy access to a variety of local attractions. The friendly staff at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites is ready to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay in central California. The hotel offers easy access to Capitola Beach and Wharf and historic Capitola Village, which offers unique shops, art galleries and fine dining restaurants. The beaches offers all the ocean based activities you could hope for, including surfing, diving, boating and whale and dolphin watching. Thanks to the mild local climate, our hotel near the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk is a great place to come when you want to enjoy the water any time of year.The hotel offers spacious, well-appointed guest rooms, each featuring a mini refrigerator, microwave, 39-inch flat screen TVs in all the standard rooms, 46-inch flat screen TVs in the suites with HBO® and high-speed Internet access. Guests who prefer more spacious accommodations may choose a mini suite with a fireplace or a two room suite with an in-room spa. Amenities at our Capitola hotel include a complimentary continental breakfast each morning, an outdoor heated swimming pool, a spa, an exercise facility, dry cleaning services and meeting space to accommodate up to 82 guests.The BEST WESTERN PLUS Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites is near great surf spots such as Pleasure Point, Surf Bowl and Lighthouse Point for avid surfers, less than an hour's drive away guests can visit Carmel-by-the-Sea, Monterey Bay with its world famous aquarium and Cannery Row and the amazing Big Sur coastline and forest. There's more than enough to do for anyone looking to enjoy a relaxing seaside vacation at our hotel on the Central California coast.Book your stay at the BEST WESTERN PLUS Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites today and discover why our peaceful, smoke-free and pet free property has built up a reputation for friendliness and hospitality!
Green Sustainability
The hotel is committed to a sustainability program for all refuse. The goal is to limit the amount of refuse going to the landfill. We have partnered with the waste collection company and have a very effective program in place. Additionally, all water usage for landscape is minimal by use of all drought tolerant plantings. Lighting where practical is LED.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 03:00 |
| Check Out: | 12:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2019 |
| Floors: | 3 |
| Rooms: | 58 |
| Corridors: | All Rooms Have Interior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 58 |
| Handicap Rooms: | 3 |
| Rooms with 1 Bed: | 35 |
| Rooms with 2 Beds: | 24 |
| Suites: | 21 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | As Needed |
| Meeting Rooms: | 0 |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 40 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | 0.3 Mi |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 5.0 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | On-site |
| FEMA Approved: | Yes |
| Pool Info: Our sparkling clean medium size outdoor pool and Jacuzzi Tub are open from 10am to 10pm everyday. Pool towels are available at the Front Desk. | |
Policies / Expenses
| Cancellation: Most reservations can be cancelled 48 hours prior to arrival without penalty when made directly with the hotel or through the Best Western reservation system. Third party bookings excluded. | |
| Nightly Parking: | 0 |
| Total Taxes: | 12.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $4.10 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Occupancy Tax: | 12.00 Per Night |
| City Tax: | 4.10 Per Day (County Tourism Assessment) |
Amenities / Features
- Air conditioning
- Alarm clock
- Baggage storage facilities
- Central location
- Clothes drying
- Complimentary breakfast
- Complimentary newspaper
- Concierge service
- Conference facilities
- Credit card accepted: Mastercard/Visa
- Credit card accepted: American Express
- Credit card accepted: Discover
- Credit card accepted: Diners Club
- Electronic key card
- Elevator
- Express Check-Out
- Facilities for the disabled
- Fax available
- Fitness and health center
- Free local calls
- Hairdryer available
- Handicap accessible
- Central heating
- Ice Maker
- Internet - wireless
- Internet - ethernet
- Free WiFi Internet
- Ironing facilities
- Laundry facilities
- Microwave in room
- Non-smoking rooms
- 24 hours opened
- Office or business center
- Private bathroom in room
- Private car parking
- Quiet location
- Radio in room
- Refrigerator
- Self controlled heating/cooling system
- Spa
- Swimming pool - outdoor
- Tea and coffee making facilities
- Telephone
- Telephone in all rooms
- Telephone - Free local calls
- Television
- TV - Free Cable
- TV Channel: Weather Channel
- TV Channel: ESPN
- TV Channel: Disney Channel
- TV Channel: Discovery Channel
- TV Channel: Nickelodeon
- Travellers cheques accepted
- Voicemail
Airport & Shuttle Information
Monterey Peninsula Regional Airport 39 milesMineta San Jose International Airport 36 milesSan Francisco International Airport 63 miles
Local Shuttle Info: Airport shuttle service to San Jose and San Francisco airports is available via:ABC Airporter Early Bird Shuttle Service
Breakfast Information
We offer an upgraded continental breakfast including Seattle's Best coffee, assorted cereals and breads, muffins and bagels. Breakfast also includes a nice variety of yogurts, fruit, make your own waffles, eggs, breakfast meats and biscuits and gravy, as well as an assortment of juices. Breakfast hours: 6am to 10am daily
Pet Friendly?
Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Sorry, pets are not allowed.Parking Info
Parking is complimentary for registered overnight guests. We ask that you only bring 1 vehicle per room booked, due to parking limitations.
Internet / WiFI
We provide excellent complimentary high speed internet access in our rooms and throughout our property. The password access is provided upon check in at the Front Desk.
Cleaning Policies
Housekeeping Services are upon request.
About Best Western Plus
- Best Western Plus offers upgraded bath amenities, an in-room mini-fridge, and a spacious work desk
- Fitness room, laundry room, and business center also available
- FREE high-speed internet, local calls, and long distance access
- Breakfast is available
- For the upper mid-scale market, including upgraded amenities and enhanced style and comfort.
The Best Western Plus highlights above are subject to change without notice.
Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
- Breakfast: The Buttery - A local favorite bakery and cafe known for its delicious pastries and breakfast dishes. Distance from hotel: 0.3 miles.
- Lunch: Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - A popular spot for sandwiches, salads, and baked goods, with a cozy atmosphere. Distance from hotel: 0.5 miles.
- Dinner: Shadowbrook Restaurant - A charming restaurant nestled in the redwoods, offering a unique dining experience with a scenic view of the Capitola Village. Distance from hotel: 1.5 miles.
- Activity: Capitola Beach - Enjoy a day at the beach, with its picturesque views, sandy shores, and various water activities. Distance from hotel: 0.7 miles.
- Breakfast: Cafe Cruz - A charming cafe known for its hearty breakfast options and friendly service. Distance from hotel: 1.2 miles.
- Lunch: Zameen Mediterranean Cuisine - A Mediterranean restaurant serving flavorful dishes such as kebabs, falafel, and hummus. Distance from hotel: 0.8 miles.
- Dinner: Sushi Garden - A sushi restaurant offering a wide selection of fresh and delicious sushi rolls. Distance from hotel: 0.4 miles.
- Activity: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - Experience the iconic amusement park with thrilling rides, games, and beautiful views of the ocean. Distance from hotel: 4.5 miles.
- Breakfast: The Picnic Basket - A cozy cafe known for its delicious breakfast sandwiches and artisanal coffee. Distance from hotel: 0.6 miles.
- Lunch: Verve Coffee Roasters - A trendy coffee shop serving specialty coffee and light bites. Distance from hotel: 0.4 miles.
- Dinner: The Crow's Nest - A waterfront restaurant offering seafood and American cuisine, with stunning views of the harbor. Distance from hotel: 3.2 miles.
- Activity: Natural Bridges State Beach - Explore the beautiful natural rock formations and tide pools at this scenic beach. Distance from hotel: 2.8 miles.
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Group vs. Individual Rates at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites
The graph above is trends of room rates for both our group quotes and the lowest online individual prices we could find at the time the group/meeting bid was entered. The best group or meeting displayed is 13.7% in the month of April 2025 and the highest average individual rate is $419 in the month of July 2023. This chart will show past seasonality and also project future months. If you are flexible with dates, you may want to consider staying at Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-Sea Inn & Suites in a month when rates are lower.
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FAQs about Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites
What time is check in?
Check in time is 03:00 based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.
What time is check out?
Check out time is 12:00 based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.
How many rooms does Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites have?
There are 58 sleeping rooms in the hotel.
What kind of breakfast is at Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites?
We offer an upgraded continental breakfast including Seattle's Best coffee, assorted cereals and breads, muffins and bagels. Breakfast also includes a nice variety of yogurts, fruit, make your own waffles, eggs, breakfast meats and biscuits and gravy, as well as an assortment of juices. Breakfast hours: 6am to 10am daily
What parking is available at Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites?
Parking is complimentary for registered overnight guests. We ask that you only bring 1 vehicle per room booked, due to parking limitations.
How much does internet cost?
We provide excellent complimentary high speed internet access in our rooms and throughout our property. The password access is provided upon check in at the Front Desk.
Is there a gym at Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites?
Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.
Is there a pool at Best Western Plus Capitola by The Sea Inn & Suites?
Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Our sparkling clean medium size outdoor pool and Jacuzzi Tub are open from 10am to 10pm everyday. Pool towels are available at the Front Desk..
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