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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Pool

Lagoon view retreat villa with pool, private hot tub, & AC

Lagoon view retreat villa with pool, private hot tub, & AC
Maya Beach
The price is ￥16,882
￥28,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Lagoon view retreat villa with pool, private hot tub, & AC
Pool

Lagoon-front studio with water access, infinity pool, & AC

Lagoon-front studio with water access, infinity pool, & AC
Maya Beach
The price is ￥15,621
￥25,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Lagoon-front studio with water access, infinity pool, & AC
Property grounds

Treehouse cabana suite in a quiet area with veranda, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach

Treehouse cabana suite in a quiet area with veranda, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach
Surfside
The price is ￥11,009
￥21,277 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Treehouse cabana suite in a quiet area with veranda, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach
Outdoor dining

Charming studio w ocean view, deck, partial AC & WiFi - short walk to the beach

Charming studio w ocean view, deck, partial AC & WiFi - short walk to the beach
Hopkins
The price is ￥17,704
￥28,574 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Charming studio w ocean view, deck, partial AC & WiFi - short walk to the beach
Pool

Lagoon View luxury suite with AC & pool

Lagoon View luxury suite with AC & pool
Maya Beach
The price is ￥20,733
￥33,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Lagoon View luxury suite with AC & pool
Dining

Quiet treehouse cabana with veranda, hammock, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach

Quiet treehouse cabana with veranda, hammock, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach
Surfside
The price is ￥14,809
￥25,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Quiet treehouse cabana with veranda, hammock, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach
Interior

Stunning lagoon-front villa with pool, private hot tub, & AC

Stunning lagoon-front villa with pool, private hot tub, & AC
Maya Beach
The price is ￥16,960
￥28,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Stunning lagoon-front villa with pool, private hot tub, & AC
Exterior

Periwinkle Cabana - Cozy studio style cabana in Friendly Hopkins Village with AC

Periwinkle Cabana - Cozy studio style cabana in Friendly Hopkins Village with AC
Hopkins
The price is ￥12,503
￥20,922 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Periwinkle Cabana - Cozy studio style cabana in Friendly Hopkins Village with AC
Pool

Wood cabana with a porch, pool view, WiFi, and a shared common area with grills

Wood cabana with a porch, pool view, WiFi, and a shared common area with grills
Hopkins
The price is ￥13,390
￥22,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Wood cabana with a porch, pool view, WiFi, and a shared common area with grills
Pool

Cabana with WiFi and a shared pool, patio area, and grill - walk to the beach

Cabana with WiFi and a shared pool, patio area, and grill - walk to the beach
Hopkins
The price is ￥13,390
￥22,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Cabana with WiFi and a shared pool, patio area, and grill - walk to the beach
Pool

Romantic cabana w strong WiFi & shared pool, grill, enclosed yard-close to beach

Romantic cabana w strong WiFi & shared pool, grill, enclosed yard-close to beach
Hopkins
The price is ￥13,390
￥22,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Romantic cabana w strong WiFi & shared pool, grill, enclosed yard-close to beach
Terrace/patio

Cabana with a porch, hammock, & view of the pool & grilling area

Cabana with a porch, hammock, & view of the pool & grilling area
Hopkins
The price is ￥13,390
￥22,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Cabana with a porch, hammock, & view of the pool & grilling area
Interior

Two studios w ocean views, deck, partial AC & free WiFi - close to the beach

Two studios w ocean views, deck, partial AC & free WiFi - close to the beach
Hopkins
The price is ￥28,954
￥47,538 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Two studios w ocean views, deck, partial AC & free WiFi - close to the beach
Property grounds

Three forest cabanas with verandas, hammocks, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach

Three forest cabanas with verandas, hammocks, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach
Surfside
The price is ￥32,256
￥57,364 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Three forest cabanas with verandas, hammocks, WiFi & partial AC - walk to beach
Pool

Ocean view condo with shared pool, WiFi, & central AC - steps to beach

Ocean view condo with shared pool, WiFi, & central AC - steps to beach
Placencia
The price is ￥16,598
￥28,657 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Ocean view condo with shared pool, WiFi, & central AC - steps to beach
Property grounds

Romantic cabana with veranda, hammock, partial AC & WiFi - walk to the beach

Romantic cabana with veranda, hammock, partial AC & WiFi - walk to the beach
Surfside
The price is ￥9,913
￥20,040 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Romantic cabana with veranda, hammock, partial AC & WiFi - walk to the beach
Terrace/patio

Unique waterfront studio with AC, pool, bikes, & kayaks

Unique waterfront studio with AC, pool, bikes, & kayaks
Maya Beach
The price is ￥15,621
￥25,555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Unique waterfront studio with AC, pool, bikes, & kayaks
Interior

Cozy studio near town with an ocean view, free WiFi, partial AC & shared deck

Cozy studio near town with an ocean view, free WiFi, partial AC & shared deck
Hopkins
The price is ￥25,176
￥36,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Cozy studio near town with an ocean view, free WiFi, partial AC & shared deck
Beach nearby

La Vida Casita - Cozy beachfront bungalow steps from the beach.

La Vida Casita - Cozy beachfront bungalow steps from the beach.
Caribbean Way
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (49 reviews)
"The casita was perfect! The hosts were unbelievably responsive to all inquiries and requests. Pablo was so great to have around the property and made us feel catered to with fresh coconuts to drink. The beach and palapa were amazing!"
United States
Karen D.
The price is ￥23,976
￥49,783 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
La Vida Casita - Cozy beachfront bungalow steps from the beach.
1 bedroom, internet, bed sheets

Ixora Cabana - Cozy Studio Style Cabana in Hopkins Village. Pet Friendly.

Ixora Cabana - Cozy Studio Style Cabana in Hopkins Village. Pet Friendly.
Hopkins
The price is ￥8,914
￥18,747 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 25 - Jul 26
Ixora Cabana - Cozy Studio Style Cabana in Hopkins Village. Pet Friendly.
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Maya Beach Hotel

Maya Beach Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Everything. We were greeted with smiles and the staff was nice and attentive throughout the entire stay. Definitely worth it."
Claudia 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Maya Beach Hotel

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Santa Cruz?

Yes, we have vacation rentals near the most popular local attractions in Santa Cruz, or you can go with a more secluded option if you're looking for relaxation.

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

Beachfront Private Pool Home - A "Gold Standard Facility": This vacation home rental outside of Santa Cruz is located on the beach and has a balcony, a garden, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave. Make the most of the books in this rental home to help you unwind.

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

Explore the area and family-friendly sights such as Inky's Mini Golf, or get out into nature at a spot like Maya Beach. In the larger area, you’ll find Placencia Beach and Hopkins Pier.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are privately owned properties where you can stay for a couple of days or more in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals offer amenities such as hot tubs, fire pits, and patios so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can provide a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you to travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a popular option for a small group gathering.