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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

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, (492 reviews)
"Great location near park and very spacious cabin. "
United States
Gustavo Gamboa
The price is ￥16,731
￥21,178 total
includes taxes & fees
May 6 - May 7
Fern River Resort
Superior Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed | In-room safe, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is ￥29,559
￥45,137 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Bella Notte
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, (54 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is ￥23,838
￥49,949 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Outdoor dining

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Our stay was great! We spent a lot of time on the deck. The rooms were spacious and comfortable. Communication with host was great. We spent the first day in Monterey Bay whale watching, then checked into the house and went to Roaring Camp the next day, and spent a day in Santa Cruz. great trip."
United States
lisa b.
The price is ￥27,175
￥88,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 9 - Apr 10
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Interior

Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!

Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
Felton
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"We had a great stay. Great location, clean and cozy. Would recommend. "
United States
Krista M.
The price is ￥16,210
￥65,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
Outdoor dining

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Beautiful, clean place. Very modern and well stocked. "
United States
Leah
The price is ￥28,288
￥112,401 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Smart TV

Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community

Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (13 reviews)
"Basically decent place to stay."
United States
Bill S.
The price is ￥30,608
￥59,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 21 - Apr 22
Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community
Exterior detail

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"Great location, roomy and comfortable."
United States
marianne b.
The price is ￥19,865
￥64,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Interior

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying here! The location was great with a short walk to the ocean cliffs or to the Natural Bridges Monarch Trail."
United States
Stephanie F.
The price is ￥40,668
￥70,320 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Beautiful custom home, great location, quiet neighborhood, excellent communication with property manager. We will be back again sometime soon!"
United States
Debbie T.
The price is ￥30,195
￥118,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"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 ￥19,309
￥25,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 15 - Apr 16
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Shower, hair dryer, towels

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Stay was great, it was perfect for what we needed. House was such a great costal vibe and the property was beautiful and quiet. "
United States
Nicole B.
The price is ￥10,330
￥55,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 13 - Apr 14
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Outdoor dining

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Plenty of space to spread out in comfort, beautiful deck and view, easy walk to the beach. This was the perfect spot for a group getaway."
United States
Sarah C.
The price is ￥28,102
￥110,390 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 30 - May 1
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Great place with great location "
United States
matt h.
The price is ￥24,156
￥95,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 28 - Apr 29
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Interior

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 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 ￥19,160
￥65,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 12 - Apr 13
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
TV, fireplace, offices

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The house was nice, clean, and in a great location. The host was so responsive and checked in to make sure we settled in okay. Everything went smooth and a great weekend getaway. "
United States
Christie C.
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Exterior

Charming 3 Bedroom Home

Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 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 ￥25,427
￥101,184 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
TV, fireplace, stereo, offices

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Nice place, nice location, we had fun "
United States
David S.
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Exterior detail

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The perfect spot for our week long trip - exactly as listed, clean and quaint! Host was super kind and responsive! "
United States
Abigale P.
Sunny Private Bungalow
Outdoor dining

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (118 reviews)
"Incredible view, very private, and comfortable bed. "
United States
Carly C.
The price is ￥22,249
￥35,678 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"I love staying here when I’m Santa Cruz. Staff is always friendly and the convenance of the location of being located so close the boardwalk is awesome. "
Brian 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

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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 Adorable Seabright Bungalow - Steps to the Beach! and Spacious CLEAN Updated Home. Luxury Amenities.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 273 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 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.