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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is ￥13,852
￥25,804 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

2. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (524 reviews)
"Unbelievably beautiful property among the redwoods, adorable red cottage next to a creek! I can't wait to go back. I've told all my friends about this place, and if I was not such an oldie (over 50), I would definitely do an Instagram about it! Charming, quiet and lovely place to stay."
United States
CarriLin
The price is ￥15,071
￥19,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Fern River Resort
A backyard with a wooden fence, a barbecue grill, a table with chairs, and a door leading to a covered porch.

3. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
The price is ￥13,456
￥51,826 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a small table, and a decorative welcome sign.

4. Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (30 reviews)
"So close to the beach!!!Walking to Zelda’s , Margaritaville, andPizza my Heart was so easy. The bungalow was clean, and ready for renters to relax, and have a GREAT time!Highly recommend "
United States
Nicole L.
The price is ￥10,448
￥50,733 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
A hotel room with two single beds, a bedside table with a lamp, a framed picture on the wall, and a window with curtains.

5. 'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is ￥10,290
￥55,989 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
A modern living room with a white sofa, two armchairs, and a coffee table. There are decorative pillows and a painting on the wall.

6. The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Very nice condo close to restaurants and the boardwalk entertainment area"
United States
Ann L.
The price is ￥17,843
￥67,274 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a sign reading 'Bella Notte'.

7. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel - Studio 5

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel - Studio 5
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The facility and the location were exactly what I needed: close to the beach, Capitola, and the Boardwalk; a beautiful, quiet room with blackout curtains; a very comfortable bed in a spacious room. All of this for an appropriately reasonable price. I'll definitely go back."
United States
Cathrine C.
The price is ￥14,842
￥33,790 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel - Studio 5
A hotel room with two beds, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a telephone.

8. 2 Queen Beds | Non-Smoking, Micfridge

2 Queen Beds | Non-Smoking, Micfridge
Westside Santa Cruz
The price is ￥13,720
￥16,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
2 Queen Beds | Non-Smoking, Micfridge
A modern living room with a sofa, a television, and a kitchen area with a dishwasher.

9. Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Wonderful place...perfect location! Very happy with our stay! The only thing to note is the parking area is very small, so anything larger than a midsize SUV will have to park elsewhere."
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥19,472
￥69,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
A wooden gate, a potted plant with flowers, and a concrete floor.

10. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Owner was excellent with communication. My son and I stayed there for the weekend and was impressed that n how close it was to everything. Great place that we will stay at again!"
United States
Tenisha W.
The price is ￥24,221
￥45,435 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Sunny Private Bungalow
An outdoor patio with a grill, chairs, and a surfboard.

11. 1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach

1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach
Capitola
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (23 reviews)
"Incredible location with comfortable accommodations! Parking in the garage was key! So close to the beach and a wealth of shops and restaurants!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ￥22,163
￥69,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
1940's Capitola Village Rental - steps from beach
A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, a covered seating area, and a potted plant.

12. 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, (86 reviews)
"We loved the location, the kitchen and most of all the view and fire pit!! Celebrated our 30th anniversary. Joe was very friendly, accommodating and helpful."
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥26,843
￥53,702 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
A compact room with a desk, printer, and cabinets.

13. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is ￥18,948
￥66,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, a stove, a microwave, and pendant lighting.

14. Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The property was perfect and we truly enjoyed our stay. It was well stocked, clean and an easy walk to the beach, shopping and restaurants. One of our favorites!"
United States
Coletta H.
The price is ￥19,264
￥59,303 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
A wooden deck with outdoor seating and a birdcage.

15. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (51 reviews)
"Great location, great amenities. Fast and friendly communicator. Would recommend 10/10."
United States
Awesome S.
The price is ￥13,737
￥61,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Redwood Home - view of the river!
A two-story house with a gated entrance, a 24-hour contact sign, and a no parking sign.

16. 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 ￥22,106
￥84,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, and a coffee maker.

17. Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kyle h.
The price is ￥25,013
￥73,635 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, surrounded by trees.

18. Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Peaceful setting, attentive and lovely hosts. Absolutely perfect setting for our company leadership retreat. Thank you!"
United States
Anthony H.
The price is ￥18,159
￥76,890 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Dining area

19. Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is ￥23,685
￥71,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Capitola Village Hideaway
A pathway flanked by wooden planters and a stone wall, leading to a building with a wooden roof.

20. Charming 3 Bedroom Home

Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"The house was amazing and so relaxing for our couples retreat-thank you for opening up your home."
United States
Barbara C.
The price is ￥22,322
￥95,658 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good
"Simple & adequate, very minimalist. Conveniently located. Keep expectations in check."
Christine 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Surf City Inn and Suites

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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?

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on a lake and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and a selection of games. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are 6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk! and Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!.

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.