Just a 2-min stroll from the Rio Del Mar beach.

So close to the Beach Boardwalk you can practically feel the pull of the taffy.

Retro-chic reno’d rooms blend yesteryear’s flair with a mod sense of style.

Less than 2 miles from the boardwalk. Meander at your own pace, preferably with an ice cream in hand.

Tucked away at the edge of a forest, yet just a few miles from all the action in Santa Cruz.

Dreamy beachfront location, a few blocks from the bustling boardwalk and next to the wharf.

Historic status as one of Cali's first seaside condo resorts dating back to the '20s.

Perched right(!) on(!) the Beach Boardwalk, steps from all the theme park rides, food stands and live bands.

Tons of options at the complimentary hot breakfast — the only tough choice we like being faced with before noon.

Downtown (and all the local hotspots) is only a 10-min walk away (read: stressful city parking is a non-problem).

Throws in a free breakfast, on the house.

Modern interiors rock a fear-no-color palette and sea-themed artwork. For surfers, Pleasure Point and Lighthouse Point beckon.

Contemporary, comfy and casual, for when you don’t want your room to feel overdressed.

Oh-so-serene beachfront locale is your front-row seat for to-die-for sunsets.

Kites and hang-gliders and sand dunes. Oh, my! Hard to find a better spot, just off scenic Highway 1 and around the bend from Marina State Beach.