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Sep 11 - Sep 13

Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, highchair, eco-friendly cleaning products

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 ￥14,652
￥27,188 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
Bella Notte
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, (504 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is ￥19,557
￥24,340 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Fern River Resort
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is ￥31,748
￥82,056 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Capitola Village Hideaway
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, (59 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is ￥23,811
￥48,781 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Property grounds

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"The cabin was super cute. Good location, close to shops, parks, restaurants and bars."
United States
Kaulana
Redwood Home - view of the river!
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, (8 reviews)
"Great location and the two designated parking spaces are a real bonus! "
United States
Sandra G.
The price is ￥28,732
￥102,810 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Interior

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"This is the second time we’ve stayed here and will continue to next time we are in Aptos. Beautiful home that provides everything we need. Short walk to the beach and nearby restaurants. "
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥31,589
￥98,457 total
includes taxes & fees
May 20 - May 21
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
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 ￥25,557
￥79,348 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
TV

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (9 reviews)
"Good communication. Great amenities. Quiet location. "
Canada
Jill H.
The price is ￥67,623
￥168,288 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 14 - Jun 15
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
TV, fireplace, offices

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great house. Great neighborhood "
United States
Sam C.
The price is ￥54,289
￥113,213 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Terrace/patio

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit
Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"5/5 stars! This was the perfect spot for a family vacation. Being so close to the beach meant we could enjoy the ocean from sunrise to sunset without any hassle. The house is beautiful and the layout worked great for a family with kids. It’s rare to find a place that feels this peaceful while being right in the heart of the coastal action. Highly recommend."
United States
Samnang
The price is ￥88,418
￥195,409 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 6 - Jun 7
Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit
Dining

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (31 reviews)
"A great property! Very clean, right in the heart of Capitola, comfy bed. Check in was easy. "
United States
Bob S.
The price is ￥33,812
￥87,453 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Interior

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (160 reviews)
"A very comfortable house in a great location. Everything was satisfactory and as advertised. Would stay again if in the area"
United States
Patrick K.
The price is ￥125,405
￥272,271 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 17 - Jun 18
Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
Dining

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Just a nice, quiet, and peaceful."
United States
Gary D.
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
1 bedroom, desk, WiFi, bed sheets

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 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 ￥26,986
￥75,373 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
The price is ￥19,287
￥25,162 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Property grounds

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Nice large well equipped kitchen. The game room was great."
United States
Tami C.
Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
Dining

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"The location was amazing and the apartment was perfect! We had a wonderful stay."
United States
Jill S.
Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!
TV, fireplace, offices

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, (13 reviews)
"Adorably furnished and had everything we needed in the kitchen. "
United States
Catherine P.
The price is ￥29,367
￥94,617 total
includes taxes & fees
May 19 - May 20
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Outdoor dining

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes

Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
Felton
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
Mountain Home with Peaceful Vibes
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

4/10 Poor
"Room was clean enough but everything was super run down looking. The door had run a path in the wood/laminate floors. Dressers had new stone tops but they were not secured. Lights did not work consistently, mattress base was ripped and tattered, shower grout was black and orange with sediment all over, shower head was caked in sediment, shower head was on an adjustable pole and would not stay in place. Bathroom mirror was a thin peice of mirror barely hanging on the wall with an uncentered unsecured glass shelf under it that sat above an old and abused vanity that has scratches all over it and wood filler and exposed wood on one side like it had been chewed on by an animal or something The property boasted a court yard for gathering and it was the sadest weed covered cement area with a beat up corn hole game and broken furniture I’ve ever seen. Our TV only had a few channels and could connect to Netflix but it was google TV that hadn’t been updated probably since it’s purchase years ago so it kept clitching and pausing and not responding to the remote. The only positive thing about this place was the proximity to the beach. Being right across from the beach and boardwalk was why we chose the property but next time I’ll send a little more and stay someone that actually take pride in the appearance and functionally of the rooms they offer."
Jocelyn 2-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Casablanca On The Beach

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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 CLEAN Updated Home. Luxury Amenities: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It offers a patio, a pool table, and a barbecue grill to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a stovetop, and a microwave, so you can cook with friends or family. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek and Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!.

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 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.