La Bahia Hotel & Spa

With its Spanish-Mediterranean façade and herringbone brick drive, La Bahia Hotel & Spa feels perfectly suited to its beachfront setting—yet what awaits inside is the real surprise. The lobby unfolds like a grand seaside home, inspired by the travels of its muse, “Aunt Elva,” and filled with globally collected details that feel eclectic, warm, and effortlessly cohesive.

Perched where Monterey Bay meets Santa Cruz’s iconic Main Beach, La Bahia celebrates its Pacific Coast setting through romantic architecture, globally influenced cuisine, and wellness rituals rooted in the region’s coastal spirit and agricultural bounty.

The 4,000-square-foot Bahia Ballroom sets the stage for lavish celebrations with soaring ceilings, arched doorways, and a sea-inspired palette, while Cowell’s Cove offers a more intimate, light-filled space for meaningful gatherings and coastal celebrations.

From the flexible Capitola event space to the expansive Seaside Roof Deck, La Bahia offers venues designed for creativity and connection—culminating in a rooftop experience with panoramic ocean views that elevate every celebration.