Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

2.5 star property

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A modern lobby with a seating area, a digital information kiosk, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.
Exterior
Desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi
Business centre
Breakfast area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May

Explore the area

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720 Hill Street, Capitola, CA, 95010
  • Place, Capitola Historical Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(133 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(62 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Capitola

At Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Capitola Beach and Capitola Wharf. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies and LED TVs. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and a 24-hour front desk. Other amenities include a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free newspapers in the lobby and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this Capitola hotel include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay.

What's nearby

  • Capitola Historical Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Capitola Mercantile - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Capitola Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hooper Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min drive
  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Cruz - ‬1 min drive

About this property

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a business centre on site. A seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby are also featured at the business-friendly Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea. Self parking is free.

This Capitola hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea offers 55 accommodations with espresso makers and free newspapers. Rooms open to balconies. 32-inch LED televisions come with satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Up to 2 children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Quality Capitola
Quality Inn Capitola
Quality Inn Capitola Sea
Quality Capitola Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea Hotel
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea Capitola
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea Hotel Capitola

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

As of 8 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea on 12 May 2026 start from AU$183, 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 Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

Yep, Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

Yep, Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea is a short 17-minute walk from Capitola Beach.

Does Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea have a pool?

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open from May to October.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

No, Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 604 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 95 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1011 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 20 out of 1011 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

James, San Francisco

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Teresa

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Micah

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot worth the rate. Arrived late one night so can’t speak to all amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness
The room was clean, it was easy to access from CA-1 and the rate was great
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room, clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Laurel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great room...very clean...quite...staff very pleasant...also had a nice continental breakfast ..close to shopping and the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Joel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, the taff was nice, but it felt a bit low budget and the location was a bit far from downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

MARIA

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

SHANNON

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean Friendly staff Reasonably priced
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Amenities
Great place with comfy beds. balcony rooms and free breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Susan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
There was no airflow in the room even though the fan was on. It was very stuffy. My room key stopped working before check out time. Also the Internet stopped working. The desk clerk was not helpful at all. Regarding the Internet, she said I should call technical support. I was getting ready to leave. I did not have the time nor the desire to troubleshoot the hotel's computer system.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ron

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable room. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was excellent Very clean It took the water in the shower way too long to heat up.. Otherwise perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was cozy, clean, comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Rick

No elevator,
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Mari-Lynne

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk agent was very nice. The room was amazing! I felt like royalty when I entered the room. It was beautiful. Very clean! We weren't able to stay for breakfast because we had to leave very early. The next time I'm in town, I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026