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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

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1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥18,433
￥30,842 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
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, (523 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 ￥16,516
￥20,913 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Fern River Resort
2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

3. 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 ￥15,531
￥63,671 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Interior

4. 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 ￥21,179
￥32,788 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
TV, offices

5. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 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 ￥27,611
￥72,264 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 2 - Oct 3
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi

6. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Great location in Capitola, a shot walk to the beach and pier and to many cafes and restaurants."
United States
Thomas L.
The price is ￥16,472
￥60,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

7. '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 ￥11,923
￥56,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Exterior detail

8. 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 ￥26,106
￥47,315 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Sunny Private Bungalow
TV

9. 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.
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
TV, offices

10. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Location was great! "
United States
Alix Z.
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Beach nearby

11. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is ￥21,053
￥89,975 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Property grounds

12. Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Very cute, clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay very much."
United States
Susan D.
The price is ￥13,724
￥60,752 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Outdoor dining

13. Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 reviews)
"Wonderful place...perfect location! Very happy with our stay! The only thing to note is the parking area is very small, so anything larger than a midsize SUV will have to park elsewhere."
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥20,118
￥69,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
1 bedroom, desk, WiFi, bed sheets

14. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is ￥18,714
￥64,535 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Exterior

15. 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 ￥19,884
￥39,493 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5
Dining

16. 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 ￥21,179
￥81,743 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
TV, fireplace

17. 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 ￥22,277
￥90,573 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Terrace/patio

18. 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 ￥14,815
￥69,547 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

19. 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 ￥31,219
￥105,568 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
TV, fireplace

20. Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz

Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Amazing property we loved our stay extremely unique and charming!"
United States
Nicholas P.
Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean room, staff and cleaning service great. The parking is great close enough to walk to boardwalk, pier, and downtown Santa Cruz."
Sylvia 2-night trip
Posted 7 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 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 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 6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk! and Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 275 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.