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Capitola Hotel

3.5 star property

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A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.
A cozy seating area with a star decoration, two lanterns, and a wicker table with magazines.
A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.
A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.
A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
The current price is AU$464
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July

Explore the area

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210 Esplanade, Capitola, CA, 95010
  • Place, Capitola Mercantile
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Antigua)

A neatly made bed with a patterned headboard, two bedside lamps, and a framed picture on the wall.

Room (Antigua)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk with a mirror, a ceiling fan, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

Room (Aruba)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Bonaire)

A neatly made bed with a wooden headboard, two bedside lamps, and a nightstand with a telephone and a remote control.

Room (Bonaire)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Curacao)

A neatly made bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, two wall-mounted lamps, a framed map on the wall, and a closed door labeled "CURACAO".

Room (Curacao)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Grand Bahama)

A large bed with white linens, a woven headboard, and multiple pillows. A blue sofa with patterned cushions is against the wall.

Room (Grand Bahama)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Grand Cayman)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden cabinet, a small table with a lamp, and a painting on the wall.

Room (Grand Cayman)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Jamaica)

A hotel room with a bed, a wardrobe, a desk, a chair, a lamp, and a ceiling fan.

Room (Jamaica)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a door labeled "MARTINIQUE", and a wall-mounted picture.

Room (Martinique)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 16 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Nevis)

A neatly made bed in a hotel room with a headboard, two bedside lamps, a ceiling fan, and a window with shutters.

Room (Nevis)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Room (Paradise Island)

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, a chair, a desk, and a television.

Room (Paradise Island)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Capitola

At Capitola Hotel, you'll be 0.3 km (0.2 mi) from Capitola Beach and 6.4 km (4 mi) from The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a garden. Added amenities include a snack bar/deli, a picnic area and a fireplace in the lobby. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Capitola hotel include Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Capitola Mercantile - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Capitola Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Capitola Historical Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Hooper Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Capitola Hotel

There's a snack bar/deli on site. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Capitola Hotel also features a garden, a picnic area, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Capitola hotel is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Conference rooms
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Capitola Hotel offers 10 accommodations with complimentary slippers and designer toiletries. Beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. Cable televisions are provided.

Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Capitola hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 152 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered parking on site (USD 45 per night)
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Motor boating

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Snack bar/deli

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping on request

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open Sunday - Thursday (8:00 AM - 9:00 PM) and Friday - Saturday (8:00 AM - 10:00 PM)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Capitola Hotel?

Capitola Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Capitola Hotel?

As of 6 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Capitola Hotel on 8 July 2026 start from AU$464, 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.

Is parking available at Capitola Hotel?

Yep, Capitola Hotel has a secured covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 45 per night. A self car park is also available, for a fee. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Capitola Hotel?

Yep, Capitola Hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Capitola Beach. Fun beach activities include body boarding, kayaking and sailing. You can also find motor boats.

Does Capitola Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free continental breakfast is available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Capitola Hotel?

No, Capitola Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Capitola Hotel?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Capitola Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Capitola Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 335 out of 542 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 542 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 542 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 542 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 542 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great accommodations, friendly staff, excellent value and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff clean rooms great location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay at the Capitol Hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quaint hotel. Excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bryant

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was awesome so close to everything in capitola. Can’t complain! definitely would go back. It was our first time there but not that last!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, cleanliness and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was a good continental breakfast. The parking included a pass good throughout town which was wonderful because parking is so difficult in Capitola. The room was clean and the bed comfortable. The patio area was not too inviting but the lounge where breakfast was served was fine.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Staff very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The remodel is very nice, of course, clean, bright and bed was perfect, plenty of room.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maximus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in the Grand Bahama room which was very beautifully furnished. Everything was super clean and the robe and slippers were a great touch. The continental bfast in the am was pretty basic but good enough for something light before setting out for the day. Parking was extra for the particular spot we had but it was less than 10 ft from the front door. The courtyard was also nice and cozy. Can't beat the location for this place, will return for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
fantastic location. great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at the Capitola Hotel multiple times and have enjoyed it each time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was welcoming and friendly. We had early check in and the room was spotless. Everything is all decorated so nice. Breakfast was generous and delicious.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

deirdre

Right in center of town, walking distance to eat and beach
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cesar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff great room great location
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is right in the heart of the shopping district making it very convenient to walk to the berries shops, beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is our 4rth time staying at the Capitola Hotel over the past 10 years and we are never disappointed . Always friendly and clean with many great amenities . Location is perfect !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Annmarie

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

Cute little inn

Amazing location, staff was super helpful. Breakfast was a little lacking but restaurants in the area are great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place to stay, perfect location definatley stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Idalina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It's very nice location easy to walk to restaurants and the beach ,we stayed two nights and loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Great place and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I decided to spend our 39th anniversary in Capitola and wanted to stay right in town. We chose the Capitola Hotel and we were not disappointed. It is truly a wonderful boutique hotel. The building and rooms are beautiful and the staff were absolutely the best. It will be our go to hotel whenever we visit the Capitola/Santa Cruz area.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
There is nothing bad I can say about this place. The place is cute, quaint and very comfortable. The staff are very welcoming and super friendly. We could literally walk out the front door and take 25 steps and be at the beach. absolutely amazing place. We will definitely be going there again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025