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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥26,753
￥40,932 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Bella Notte
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"Great location near park and very spacious cabin. "
United States
Gustavo Gamboa
The price is ￥30,035
￥36,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Fern River Resort
Exterior detail

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, (64 reviews)
"Wonderful hosts and fabulous cottage. Great location and close to everything. Look forward to visiting again. "
United States
Dan B.
The price is ￥27,464
￥54,944 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The suite was very clean and the snacks provided by the host were a nice touch. Very close to town."
United States
Rindy G.
The price is ￥20,501
￥26,603 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
TV, fireplace, offices

Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Beach nearby

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"This is a Great location! You can walk to the beach and restaurants."
United States
Jeanette S.
The price is ￥29,402
￥74,386 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is ￥37,641
￥91,122 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 1 - Jul 2
Capitola Village Hideaway
Shower, hair dryer, towels

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"The house was spotless, the bed was super comfortable and the property was quiet and conveniently located. We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the prompt communication and early check in. "
United States
Amy C.
The price is ￥32,956
￥88,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Property grounds

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"The cabin was super cute. Good location, close to shops, parks, restaurants and bars."
United States
Kaulana
The price is ￥36,995
￥94,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Property grounds

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (207 reviews)
"Close to everything, and still felt isolatedfrom the world. Nice quiet, relaxing stay. "
United States
casey l.
The price is ￥60,581
￥96,930 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Interior

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The property was fantastic for a multi-fam vacation. The property was well-stocked, clean, and comfortable. The front door lock was quite tricky and caused some frustration, but otherwise it was a lovely stay"
United States
Sara H.
The price is ￥29,887
￥82,063 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
TV

Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
Rio del Mar
The price is ￥42,972
￥115,881 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
Exterior

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 8

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 8
Eastside Santa Cruz
The price is ￥26,754
￥47,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 8
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (6 reviews)
"Great location. Quiet and close walk to restaurants and beach. "
United States
Zachary R.
The price is ￥37,803
￥105,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Property grounds

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, (259 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 ￥58,643
￥126,581 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Terrace/patio

Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck

Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was perfect"
United States
Holly H.
The price is ￥44,752
￥109,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 29 - Jun 30
Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
Beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great house. Great neighborhood "
United States
Sam C.
The price is ￥56,543
￥117,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 25 - Jun 26
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
TV, fireplace, video games, offices

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Pleasure Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Location was amazing the home was clean safe and easy enjoyed the stay "
United States
Robert L.
The price is ￥70,436
￥171,526 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 5 - Jul 6
Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Dining

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (32 reviews)
"Excellent location Very cleanVery quietBeautiful apartment "
United States
DANIELLE C.
The price is ￥45,557
￥106,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 28 - Jun 29
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Interior

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great little place near the coolest park! "
United States
Michele D.
The price is ￥60,581
￥141,028 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good
"Staff was great. Pool area was nice and very relaxing"
Dennis 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Santa Cruz close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors to Santa Cruz like the scenic seaside and entertainment choices this destination is known for. Make sure you have time to check out the sporting events while you're in the area.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views!: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill 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 selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! and Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 274 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Santa Cruz stay.

What’s there to see and do in Santa Cruz?

Family-friendly attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, whereas Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Main Beach are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can reserve for several days or longer in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals offer extras such as hot tubs, fire pits, and patios so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for small groups.