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Nestled along the Pacific Coast, La Bahia Hotel & Spa celebrates its dramatic setting, where the tip of Monterey Bay touches Santa Cruz’s coveted Main Beach. Steeped in the romantic beauty of Spanish-Mediterranean architecture, locals and travelers alike will savor globally influenced cuisine, cocktails and wellness rituals infused with the region’s agricultural bounty and coast-cultured spirit.
Amenities
Air conditioning in rooms
Fitness center
Pool
Restaurant on site
Wifi
Room service
Bar on site
Meeting rooms
Massages
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Meeting Spaces
Distinctive spaces for connection
Bahia Ballroom
372 m²
Our grand 4,000-square-foot Bahia Ballroom was designed with lavish parties for up to 400 awe-struck guests in mind. With arched doorways, 16-foot ceilings and a sea-inspired palette, social and professional events are the toast of the coast. In addition, named for Santa Cruz’s iconic sands, Cowell’s Cove offers 1,100 square feet of inspiration, whether you crave moments of business collaboration ...
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Maximum capacity (people) by setup
Reception: 400
Theatre: 400
Classroom: 167
Banquet: 330
Boardroom: 96
Features & equipment
Air Conditioning
Wifi
Chairs
Projector Screen
Sound System
Tables
Types of use
Meeting Room
Dance Floor - Indoor
Dining Area - Indoor
Theatre - Indoor
Multi-Functional - Indoors
Wedding Hall - Indoor
Capitola
137 m²
With its sea-worthy design, convivial pre-function space and ability to be divided in half for smaller events, the 1,480-square-foot Capitola allows for flexibility and creativity, awe and wonder, for quintessential Santa Cruz gatherings.
Maximum capacity (people) by setup
Reception: 150
Theatre: 180
Classroom: 60
Banquet: 125
Boardroom: 50
Features & equipment
Air Conditioning
Big Windows
Projector Screen
Sound System
Tables
Types of use
Meeting Room
Seaside Roof Deck
483 m²
Come together in riviera revelry above it all. Our 5,200-square-foot Seaside Roof Deck truly elevates rooftop nuptials, vow renewals, sophisticated receptions and private fêtes with its riviera style and panoramic views over the blue sea.
Maximum capacity (people) by setup
Reception: 520
Theatre: 577
Classroom: 216
Banquet: 433
Boardroom: 125
Features & equipment
Wifi
Chairs
Sound System
Tables
Types of use
Dining Area - Outdoor
Open Living Area (w/ couches) - Outdoor
Outdoor Space - Uncovered
Accommodation
Rest in luxurious comfort
Standard King
31 m² • 1 bedroom(s) • 1 bed(s) • 1 bath(s) • 1 king bed(s)
336-432 sq ft
One king-size bed with premium linens
Settee, two chairs and table
65” UltraHD Smart TV
Oversized walk-in shower and dual vanities
Nespresso Vertuo coffee maker and electric teakettle
Local snacks and pre-stocked mini bar
Alarm clock with Bluetooth speaker and USB charger
Frette bathrobes and signature La Bahia slippers
Hand garment steamer and hairdryer
Laptop-sized safety deposit box
Daily turndown service
Room Amenities
Hair Dryer
Linen
Shower
Toilet
Toiletries
Towels
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Standard King with Balcony
33 m² • 1 bedroom(s) • 1 bed(s) • 1 bath(s) • 1 king bed(s)
356-415 sq ft
One king-size bed with premium linens
Furnished balcony
Settee, two chairs and table
65” UltraHD Smart TV
Oversized walk-in shower and dual vanities
Nespresso Vertuo coffee maker and electric teakettle
Local snacks and pre-stocked mini bar
Alarm clock with Bluetooth speaker and USB charger
Frette bathrobes and signature La Bahia slippers
Hand garment steamer and hairdryer
Laptop-sized safety deposit box
Daily turndown service
Room Amenities
Hair Dryer
Linen
Shower
Toilet
Toiletries
Towels
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Food & dining
Indulge in culinary delights
Plunge
Balancing tranquility and rollicking good times, Plunge is a hidden poolside oasis to escape the Boardwalk hustle and bustle. Our bar and grill serves up poolside classics and playful libations.
Type
Restaurant Onsite
Dietary Options
Juices & Smoothies
Low Tide Restaurant
Discover a casual refuge from the buzz of the Boardwalk that embraces to the laid-back Santa Cruz lifestyle. Savor handcrafted cocktails and bold, innovative fare as contemporary Pacific island-inspired starters and shareables transport you to an island-style retreat.
Type
Restaurant Onsite
Dietary Options
Low Carb
Juices & Smoothies
High Tide Restaurant
An Elevated Christmas Celebration at High Tide
Join us for an exclusive, curated Pre-Fixe Dinner designed by Executive Chef Fernando Reyes and Chef de Cuisine Joe Locke.
Savor the season's finest flavors on Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. Make this holiday unforgettable and let us handle the details.
Type
Restaurant Onsite
Dietary Options
Vegetarian
Low Carb
Juices & Smoothies
Meat
Pearl Restaurant
Designed to impress even the most passionate connoisseur, our lobby bar, Pearl, will take its cues from London’s legendary hotel bars to craft a curated cocktail experience within a convivial setting.
Type
Restaurant Onsite
Dietary Options
Low Carb
Juices & Smoothies
Meat
In-room Dining
From Champagne breakfast in bed to island-inspired dinners on your private balcony, late-night bites to kids’ favorites with a playful twist, in-room dining is as thoughtfully prepared and presented as our sit-down dining experiences.
Type
Venue Organized Catering
Activities
Craft and cherish unforgettable experiences
Fun things to do nearby
Pool, sun, indulge with a dedicated Cabana Host in Monterey Bay’s hottest luxe poolside experience. The private cabana experience gives you the best of both worlds warm sun or cool shade either way you’ll feel pampered with that special person or close friends. #MoreToSea
Nearby activities
Local Cultural Experiences
Night Life
Restaurants
Shopping
Biking
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Location & how to get here
To get to La Bahia Hotel & Spa in Santa Cruz, California, fly into SJC (closer, ~45 mins) or SFO (further, ~1hr 15 mins), then drive, as it's located right on Monterey Bay near Main Beach, offering a luxury coastal experience with valet parking available.
From the Airports (Driving):
San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC): This is your closest major airport, about 34 miles (45 mins) away.
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72 hours notice before arrival to change or cancel a reservation to avoid being charged for one night's room and tax, but policies can vary by booking