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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, (512 reviews)
"Very clean Cabin. Was just as decribed. Relaxing views, quuet nieghbors. Everthing u need in nearby Felton..would def recommend.."
United States
Chris
The price is ￥27,791
￥33,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 15 - Jul 16
Fern River Resort
Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥31,625
￥45,962 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
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, (66 reviews)
"Wonderful hosts and fabulous cottage. Great location and close to everything. Look forward to visiting again. "
United States
Dan B.
The price is ￥27,571
￥55,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"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 ￥21,164
￥27,371 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Beach nearby

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
The price is ￥35,842
￥83,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Property grounds

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (45 reviews)
"The cabin was super cute. Good location, close to shops, parks, restaurants and bars."
United States
Kaulana
The price is ￥43,626
￥104,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Dining

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Excellent location Very cleanVery quietBeautiful apartment "
United States
DANIELLE C.
The price is ￥41,842
￥102,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Interior

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Best location! Great neighbors!Everything you need to cook indoors! Great kitchen!"
United States
Leanna A.
The price is ￥51,411
￥111,805 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Beach nearby

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home

Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Location was awesome."
United States
Craig S.
The price is ￥68,278
￥152,133 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Pet Friendly Pleasure Point Home
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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, (11 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
The price is ￥55,790
￥132,871 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Outdoor spa tub

Stairway to Treetop Heaven- Lower 1bd w/ private hot tub and deck!

Stairway to Treetop Heaven- Lower 1bd w/ private hot tub and deck!
Aptos
The price is ￥37,126
￥74,071 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Stairway to Treetop Heaven- Lower 1bd w/ private hot tub and deck!
Property grounds

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"We loved everything about this home. "
United States
Judy M.
The price is ￥65,359
￥136,825 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

Seas The Day and Skip to the Ocean

Seas The Day and Skip to the Ocean
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great stay with family. Loved the hot tub. Great location! "
United States
Stefanie K.
The price is ￥77,846
￥172,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Seas The Day and Skip to the Ocean
Exterior detail

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is ￥26,419
￥48,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Sunny Private Bungalow
Terrace/patio

Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck

Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"It was perfect"
United States
Holly H.
The price is ￥58,871
￥130,079 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
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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 ￥39,410
￥50,626 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
Terrace/patio

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 4

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 4
Eastside Santa Cruz
The price is ￥36,085
￥59,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 13 - Jul 14
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 4
Exterior

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"We had an absolutely amazing time staying here. Lovely accommodations, fireplace, deck, clean, modern, great location, easy to follow instructions, private, quiet, reasonably priced, list goes on. Thank you for such a great stay."
United States
Julie L.
Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
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, (5 reviews)
"We loved our stay and would definitely book again!"
United States
Kim D.
The price is ￥85,955
￥162,212 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym

New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"Nice place and location overall. "
United States
Lawrence S.
The price is ￥54,168
￥137,167 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 12 - Jul 13
New Midtown Farmhouse - Hot Tub, Patio, Gym
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Everything was nice except the T.V. remote didn't work and the microwave kept blowing the breaker when we used it. Other than that, it was very pleasant,"
Victoria 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Bay Front Inn 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 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?

Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on 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 OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT! and Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 277 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.