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Jul 17 - Jul 19
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Aug 14 - Aug 16
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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 ￥17,382
￥30,276 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
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, (505 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 ￥17,115
￥21,612 total
includes taxes & fees
May 26 - May 27
Fern River Resort
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, (60 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is ￥23,877
￥49,871 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Exterior

Bella Notte Studio 2 by the beach

Bella Notte Studio 2 by the beach
Eastside Santa Cruz
The price is ￥23,177
￥43,102 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Bella Notte Studio 2 by the beach
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Beautiful location!Room was clean and cozy.Very quiet!The bed was comfortable!The host was easy to contact!Very enjoyable!"
United States
Jim H.
The price is ￥19,340
￥25,231 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Interior

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Perfect location! Very clean and stocked. Great water pressure and comfortable bed. Walked to downtown Santa Cruz for Halloween festivities. Walked to beach for ocean view brunch. Driveway parking is a great bonus too. "
United States
Rebecca W.
The price is ￥21,489
￥34,383 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Smart TV, fireplace, books

Oceanview Family Playground

Oceanview Family Playground
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"The house was perfect for our needs, extremely clean and it had everything we needed. The location was great, walkable to the beach and a little market. "
United States
Mary L.
The price is ￥39,368
￥127,821 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Oceanview Family Playground
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is ￥31,836
￥82,283 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1
Capitola Village Hideaway
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 ￥26,583
￥80,967 total
includes taxes & fees
May 28 - May 29
Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
Exterior detail

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is ￥24,355
￥45,685 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Sunny Private Bungalow
Beach nearby

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Location was awesome."
United States
Craig S.
The price is ￥35,020
￥102,485 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Property grounds

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (258 reviews)
"Beautifully cozy! Loved the location and the property!"
United States
Karen B.
The price is ￥46,958
￥110,952 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk
Shower, hair dryer, towels

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"The house was spotless, the bed was super comfortable and the property was quiet and conveniently located. We enjoyed our stay and appreciated the prompt communication and early check in. "
United States
Amy C.
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
TV, fireplace, offices

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 ￥78,157
￥177,871 total
includes taxes & fees
May 29 - May 30
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
TV

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great location, great house. We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Wendy L.
The price is ￥33,269
￥98,348 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Interior

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Super fun atmosphere - great TV - lovely location!"
United States
Carol A B.
The price is ￥39,795
￥94,285 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
TV, fireplace, video games, offices

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!

Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Pleasure Point
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Location was amazing the home was clean safe and easy enjoyed the stay "
United States
Robert L.
The price is ￥44,570
￥132,757 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
Pleasure Point Getaway with hot tub, dog friendly!
Interior

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We loved our stay and would definitely book again!"
United States
Kim D.
The price is ￥39,795
￥102,034 total
includes taxes & fees
May 25 - May 26
Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining
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.
The price is ￥36,452
￥111,813 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
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 ￥42,501
￥114,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 7 - Jun 8
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

4/10 Poor
"Took quite a while to check in (no line). Said they had "mini-golf" which was a putting green. Never mentioned the spa and pool. No parking spots available. Very noisy. In the morning, they was a man sitting on the stairs in front of a ton of garbage, and think I saw vomit in the corridor. No nearby place to plug in coffee maker. Pillows not comfortable."
Jonathan 1-night trip
Posted 2 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?

Clean, Newly Remodeled Home Steps to Beach, HOT TUB, LARGE deck w/ocean peek: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located near the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 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 selection of games and a hot tub. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Spacious CLEAN Updated Home. Luxury Amenities and Romantic Retreat. Soak in the hot tub or lie on loft bed; listen to the surf..

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.