Capitola Begonia Festival began it's inception when Peggy Matthews a local resident who taught swimming noticed that Begonia flowers were going to waste on the Brown Bulb Ranch because they were only interested in propagating bulbs for market. Peggy was given permission to pick as many flowers as she wanted and that year the Capitola Water Follies featured paddleboards decorated with Begonias, and that is basically how the Begonia Festival got its start. Today the festival is in it's 58th year and attracts many locals and visitors.READ MORE

Capitola Boat and Bait Gift Shop is ideal for those visitors that don't want to lug a big cooler box around for the days fishing, boat rentals or watersports, stock up on supplies like snacks, candy, microwavable food, children?s and adult beverages, and plenty of ice. Gifts, fishing gear and tackle are also available with everything you need to get fishing off the wharves and the boats, you can even rent rods and reels from the Capitola Boat and Bait Gift Shop.READ MORE

Capitola Beach Co. is the one stop beach shop supplier for all your beach and surf needs. Rentals include surf boards, body boards, wetsuits, beach chairs and more and surf lessons are available for private individuals or groups. Located in the Esplanade just off the beach Capitola Beach Co. is your retail supplier for all beach and surf needs.READ MORE

Capitola Boat and Bait have shops located on the Santa Cruz and Capitola wharves that offer boat rentals, fishing gear and other rental equipment. Kayaks and water bike rentals are also available for rent as well as motorized ocean skiffs and the gift and tackle shop stocks plenty of provisions from snacks to jewelery, as well as everything you need to get fishing off the wharves and the boats.READ MORE

The fabulous Capitola Hotel with it's breezy Caribbean decor offers beautiful, comfortable rooms that includes free Wi-Fi, Refrigerator, Free local telephone, Ceiling Fan, Private Bath a Plasma screen television with HBO and more. Before heading out to explore the beach and the area enjoy a cooked to order breakfast each morning at Cafe Violet. Later relax in the private garden courtyard that offers tranquil sounds of the fountains among flowering vines and leafy foliage.READ MORE

Capitola Beach Co. Surf Lessons provides a fun and safe environment ensuring a pleasurable and safe ocean experience. Private lessons include one on one instruction on the beach and in the water and group lessons are designed for the beginner and first time surfers and all equipment is included. READ MORE

Best Western Capitola Meetings and Events has spacious meeting space overlooking a garden courtyard and pool area. For business delegates, Audio-visual equipment is available as well as access to a fax machine, photocopier and the room is also serviced with ultra high-speed Internet connections. The venue is also great for events and in conjunction with the outdoor courtyard, 100 guests can be accommodated. READ MORE

Capitola Historical Museum depicts a landmark History of Capitola with an extensive collection of photographs and artifacts. Changing exhibits show the history of art in the area and depict various themes, the Capitola Historical Museum also has a reconstructed cottage from the era of the early 20th century beach resort, and a wash house. Walking tours are available and are ideal for Travel writers, Tour directors, Seniors, Convention groups and more.READ MORE

Harbor Lights Motel in Capitola presents quaint accommodations in this beach hotel, ideal for lodging with your Family or Friends at the Beach. 10 units are available and offer a Kitchen, Stove, refrigerator, Microwave, Coffee Makers and more. Professional staff ensure quality and satisfaction for a happy holiday. Nearby entertainment includes the Redwood Forest, shopping and the Monterey Bay Aquarium and within walking distance are many restaurants and the beach.READ MORE

Monarch Cove Inn in Capitola presents quaint, well appointed bed and breakfast guest rooms on a 2.6 acre estate with glorious oceans views over Monterey bay. This Victorian Mansion offers seven queen size bedrooms, and two two-bedroom suites and also two cottages which are a thoughtful blend of yesterday and today. Monarch Cove Inn also caters to weddings, events, conferences and functions.READ MORE