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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

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Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community

Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community
Felton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Very nice:)! "
United States
Dr. Karimah A.
The price is ￥30,530
￥59,260 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 23 - Mar 24
Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community
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, (480 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is ￥15,904
￥20,235 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Fern River Resort
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"It was wonderful to be downtown Capitola and walk to everything. The rental was very clean and communication was excellent. I would stay there again."
United States
Tanya
The price is ￥26,823
￥75,506 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Capitola Village Hideaway
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 ￥34,222
￥60,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
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, (52 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is ￥21,300
￥46,103 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
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 ￥18,627
￥90,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Charming 3 Bedroom Home
Interior

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 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 ￥18,943
￥66,306 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
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 ￥27,296
￥101,402 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Exterior detail

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Perfect location and having parking is fantastic!"
United States
Dez M.
The price is ￥25,718
￥72,771 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Interior

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"We had a great stay here, total beach house vibe, really close to the beach and shops. We will be back!"
United States
Ryan P.
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 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 ￥29,032
￥112,441 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
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)
"The house was clean, organized, and seemed newly renovated. It’s was comfy and convenient. Definitely staying again in the future!"
United States
Rhonda N.
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Property grounds

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Amazing views. Parking and locating the pool is confusing. Open all the links sent by the company to know what to do. Process needs to be streamlined! On vacation, don’t want to have to read manuals"
United States
Kelly M.
The price is ￥43,074
￥106,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 14 - Mar 15
2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Interior

Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat

Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat
Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (10 reviews)
"beautiful and quiet"
United States
Brenda G.
The price is ￥13,885
￥29,035 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Zen Redwood Santa Cruz Retreat
Property grounds

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
david l.
The price is ￥26,191
￥77,227 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 2 - Apr 3
Redwood Home - view of the river!
TV, fireplace, offices

Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
The price is ￥28,558
￥104,207 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 18 - Mar 19
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Terrace/patio

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit
Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Great location and accommodations, it was lovely"
United States
Emily O.
The price is ￥26,994
￥104,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit
TV, offices

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home

Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Had a great weekend here with a small group of friends for a 40th birthday! We surfed and chilled. Walking distance to Pleasure Point, which was a major selling point for us. "
United States
Levi O.
The price is ￥38,498
￥121,276 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Stunning Oceanfront - Sunset Magazine Home
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, (114 reviews)
"Incredible view, very private, and comfortable bed. "
United States
Carly C.
The price is ￥18,302
￥30,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 17 - Mar 18
Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
Interior

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice and bright. For a small cottage, the space is laid out ideally for two couples or a family that needs some space."
United States
Michelle W.
The price is ￥31,556
￥80,704 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 11 - Mar 12
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

2/10 Terrible
"Absolutely filthy! Black curly hair is on coffee mugs. Mold in the shower. Daughter got a fungus from the hot tub and had to get medical attention for it. No drinkable water on site. Rude staff."
Christina 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

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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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors to Santa Cruz like the popular beaches 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?

Large Santa Cruz Beach Home. Walk to Beach. Families. Corporate. 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 Santa Cruz N At The Beach! Oceanfront w/ Amazing Sunsets! and The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 271 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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, 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.