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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

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

1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥20,123
￥32,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Bella Notte
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi

2. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (522 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 ￥18,077
￥22,613 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Fern River Resort
Interior

3. Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Santa Cruz with walking accessibility"
United States
Carl
The price is ￥20,698
￥30,970 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

4. The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"Really enjoyed our time here at the Haven. It was clean, modern, and well put together. We’ll definitely be back!"
United States
Joey L.
The price is ￥16,559
￥61,721 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Exterior detail

5. 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, (79 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 ￥26,064
￥52,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Exterior detail

6. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is ￥26,218
￥45,076 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Sunny Private Bungalow
TV

7. Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing stay - thank you and we look forward to staying again "
United States
Brandi P.
The price is ￥23,151
￥98,238 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
1 bedroom, travel crib, WiFi, bed sheets

8. Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28 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 ￥9,046
￥45,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Exterior

9. Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5

Bella Notte by the beach 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 ￥21,329
￥39,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5
Property grounds

10. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (48 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is ￥15,639
￥62,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Redwood Home - view of the river!
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

11. 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.
The price is ￥30,664
￥103,525 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is ￥12,112
￥57,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Property grounds

13. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is ￥29,667
￥36,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Lobby

14. Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated home with cool vibe. Great location. Perfection!"
United States
Heidi T.
The price is ￥24,991
￥87,458 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
TV, offices

15. 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.
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

16. Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kyle h.
The price is ￥28,592
￥73,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Dining

17. 3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is ￥20,752
￥80,864 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
TV, fireplace

18. 3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Great weekend stay, close to harbor and twin lakes."
United States
Britt T.
The price is ￥27,516
￥95,065 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
TV

19. Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5

Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Easy check in, great location next to the beach, and fully stocked with everything you might need!"
United States
Suzanna R.
The price is ￥27,291
￥33,939 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
Terrace/patio

20. 1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (7 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Jen W.
The price is ￥15,833
￥69,229 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Very clean and quiet, new building. Great staff. Beachfront and right by boardwalk location."
Elena 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel

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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 give good reviews to this Santa Cruz vacation home rental, which 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.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 276 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 Mission Santa Cruz 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.