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Our top choices for Lower Ocean vacation rentals

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1. The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"This place was quiet, clean and adorable!"
United States
Kirsten M.
The price is ￥28,475
￥82,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 19 - Aug 20
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
TV, offices

2. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is ￥35,397
￥111,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

3. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥16,724
￥28,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Bella Notte
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi

4. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (515 reviews)
"Lovely Cabin, my son had an amazing experience. We will definitely come back"
United States
Iris
The price is ￥21,683
￥26,709 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Fern River Resort
Interior

5. Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Santa Cruz with walking accessibility"
United States
Carl
The price is ￥34,610
￥49,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Property grounds

6. 4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (264 reviews)
"This quaint, small cottage was perfect for a beach getaway trip. We loved how close it is to the beach, Java Junction and Crows Nest. "
United States
Jennifer C.
The price is ￥46,409
￥109,655 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Exterior detail

7. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is ￥24,070
￥45,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Sunny Private Bungalow
Terrace/patio

8. Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing stay - thank you and we look forward to staying again "
United States
Brandi P.
The price is ￥29,733
￥113,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
TV, fireplace

9. 3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"We really enjoyed ourselves!"
United States
Ben K.
The price is ￥39,173
￥116,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Terrace/patio

10. Charming Coastal Getaway – 5 Min to Boardwalk!

Charming Coastal Getaway – 5 Min to Boardwalk!
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great stay. Loved the property"
United States
EDDIE B.
The price is ￥62,928
￥160,300 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Charming Coastal Getaway – 5 Min to Boardwalk!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

11. Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The downstairs is relaxing with a nice kitchen. My husband hit his head going upstairs because of the low ceiling. The 3 bedrooms upstairs are great for one person. They have to share a bathroom. It is close to restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner."
United States
Wendy
The price is ￥78,503
￥121,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
TV, offices

12. 3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is ￥63,715
￥145,355 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

13. Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great place, minutes from the beach and an overall great experience!"
United States
Damian M.
The price is ￥48,140
￥117,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Interior

14. Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Super fun atmosphere - great TV - lovely location!"
United States
Carol A B.
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Exterior detail

15. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (75 reviews)
"Great place for the price. The bbq/fire pit area,along with the view is 5 stars! Hosts are responsive. Close drive to town, beach …"
United States
Kimberley
The price is ￥26,744
￥53,347 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Property grounds

16. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
The price is ￥30,441
￥39,108 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
TV, offices

17. Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (35 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kyle h.
The price is ￥73,506
￥143,025 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Property grounds

18. Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (213 reviews)
"Great location! Nice room comfy beds ! We had a great time and easy directions for check in and out !"
United States
Jeri K.
The price is ￥62,928
￥98,954 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 22 - Aug 23
Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Smart TV, fireplace

19. Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"We had a wonderful girls trip. "
United States
Nancy W.
The price is ￥116,731
￥190,676 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost
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20. Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Great location, nicely updated house, great stay!"
United States
Ben C.
The price is ￥99,584
￥236,004 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
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Top Lower Ocean Hotel Reviews

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"The desk lady was so sweet and accommodating and the rooms were very nice and clean 🤗"
Isabella 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Motel Santa Cruz

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Lower Ocean?

Yes, there are vacation rentals where you'll be only 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, providing a more remote option if you'd like a quiet spot to stay.

What's the top vacation rental that Lower Ocean has to offer?

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH: Located near Lower Ocean, this vacation home rental is located on the beach and has a balcony, a barbecue grill, and cable TV to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the books in this rental home to help you unwind.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Lower Ocean?

Expedia has 4 vacation rentals for your stay in Lower Ocean.

What’s there to see and do in Lower Ocean?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or get outside and enjoy nature at Monterey Bay. In the larger area, you’ll find Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue.

What’s a vacation rental in Lower Ocean like?

A vacation rental is a private property you can book for a long or short time in Lower Ocean. Vacation rentals provide amenities such as laundry facilities and kitchens so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can provide a sense of security away from shared hotel elevators and busy reception areas while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental an attractive choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.