Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

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Quality Inn
8.1 (1063 reviews)
720 Hill Street , Capitola , us

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Convenient location
Cons:
Noisy heater and shower
Limited breakfast options
Bathroom maintenance issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.94
Generally clean with some reports of maintenance issues.
Service
8.41
Staff were friendly and went above and beyond.
Location
8.76
Conveniently located near restaurants and freeway.
Room Quality
8.1
Rooms were spacious and modern, but some issues with noise and firmness.
Amenities
7.83
Basic amenities with suggestions for improvement, particularly breakfast.
Value for Money
7.89
Good value for the price, though breakfast quality could be enhanced.
Food and Beverage
7.44
Breakfast options were limited and lacking quality.
Overall Experience
8.41
Overall enjoyable stay with some minor areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-11 00:24

Property Description

Convenient Location near Capitola Beach and Village
Located just a short 10 minutes' walk from the picturesque Capitola beach and village, Quality Inn & Suites Capitola offers a perfect blend of comfort and convenience for your stay.

Comfortable Rooms with Essential Amenities
Each room at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola features a flat-screen cable TV, balcony, microwave, compact fridge, ironing facilities, and a hairdryer, ensuring a comfortable and pleasant stay for every guest.

Relaxing Outdoor Pool and Useful Guest Services
Guests can unwind and enjoy the California sun at the seasonal outdoor swimming pool or take advantage of the guest launderette. With nearby attractions like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Cabrillo College, your stay promises both relaxation and exploration.

Book your stay at Quality Inn & Suites Capitola now for a memorable experience by the beach.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Outdoor season heated pool open May to October 9:00 to 21:00.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: SJC

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children ages 1 and older are allowed.
    Children from 1 year old to 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 1063 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.94
Service: 8.41
Location: 8.76
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 7.83
Value for Money: 7.89
Food and Beverage: 7.44
Overall Experience: 8.41
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Nayaraat • solo_traveller • us
2
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Clipper • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

There was a old cab that took us to the restaurant we had a reservation to.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Sindy • family_with_children • us
8
Pros:

in a good central location to Capitola only 3 min in car to the town. The staff was so great coming in to check in and free continental breakfast was a plus since we had to head back on the road the next morning. Comfy beds!!!

Cons:

no jacuzzi haha jk

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Memo • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Peter • solo_traveller • us
10
Excellent and clean hotel for Capitola and Santa Cruz
Pros:

Super clean, large rooms, very friendly and helpful staff, large breakfast spread. The location is quiet and a good launch point for activities in the area

Cons:

Need more pillows

2026-06-20 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • family_with_children • us
7
Only comfortable for one night
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Could use some upgrading

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Jay • solo_traveller • us
8
Not really out of the way and a surprising excellent stay.
Pros:

Close proximity to beach, esplanade, Hwy. 1, state parks, Gayle’s bakery & cafe. Friendly staff with wonderful customer service.

Cons:

The coffee was not good at all in the room or the breakfast area.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • us
9
2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
9
Comfortable bed and quiet space close to town
Pros:

Location to town

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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howard • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Lisa • extended_group • us
8
It was pleasant
Pros:

Clean and close to beach

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Xuereb • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

Our go to when in the area

2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Ansel • couple • se
5
Cons:

There was smell coming from the carpet...

2026-06-14 • via Nuitee
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Tanis • solo_traveller • us
8
We enjoyed our stay .
Pros:

Nice quiet location. Easy to walk down to beach, shops & restaurants. Pretty grounds & staff was friendly.

Cons:

Rooms were clean though could benefit from an update .

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Hugo • family_with_children • us
10
Agusto pero esperaba mas
Pros:

Todo

Cons:

El desayuno, solo era fruta, pan y wafles

2026-06-12 • via Nuitee
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Porsia • family_with_children • us
7
Hotel is OK. Price was expensive but reasonable compared to other hotels in the area
Pros:

Location was good, close to the freeway. Kids enjoyed the waffles in the morning. Staff was friendly.

Cons:

Rooms were outdated but decent enough to stay for a 1 night.

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Lauren • couple • us
10
Great stay! Staff was friendly
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • solo_traveller • us
6
Pros:

Bed was nice

Cons:

Checkout time⁶

2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
8
2026-06-10 • via Nuitee
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michael • couple • us
5
ok
Pros:

clean room nice staff

Cons:

breakfast sucked

2026-06-09 • via Nuitee