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Vacation Rentals in Santa Cruz

Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (331)
"Very convenient to walk to the beach."
The price is ￥110,363
￥234,974 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions.
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!
Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (113)
"Excellent home to meet family for a Santa Cruz wedding weekend. Plenty of room to visit, cook and play cards! Steps from the beach and ocean waves."
Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!
Terrace/patio
OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT!
OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (102)
"We rented this house for New Year’s Eve with our grown children and grandkids.Even though the house is older, it was perfect for all of us! Sparkling clean everywhere, great beds & bedding"
OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT!
On the beach, beach towels
Oceanfront Santa Cruz - Pet Friendly!
Oceanfront Santa Cruz - Pet Friendly!
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (119)
"This was a perfect family reunion location for 4 siblings with families and 2 medium size dogs. We so appreciate the use of the garage, especially for the older people with mobility issues. The house is well stocked with all the necessary kitchen appliances and utensils. The Wharf is just a little a mile to walk to. There are two great dog beaches close by for the pups to run around off-leashed. The bocci court in the backyard was a great added bonus. Thank you, Merc, for sharing your home. We...
Oceanfront Santa Cruz - Pet Friendly!
Exterior
Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk
Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (89)
"Great location, clean throughout, well organized and fully stocked kitchen, lots of historical house charm and a great host."
Gorgeous Historic Victorian Duplex, Quick Walk to Wharf, Beach & Boardwalk
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court
Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109)
"House was clean, family friendly, plenty of room for the 15 of us"
Large Home on Quiet Street Steps from Sunny Cove Beach, Private Pickleball Court
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage
Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (99)
"Great location near the harbor and the beach. "
Charming Twin Lakes Beach Cottage
Interior
Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (294)
"Wonderful place to relax with the fam . Walkable location ."
Charming Romantic Yacht Harbor Beach Cottage
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
33% Discount, <br>Fantastic Location, steps to ocean, clean comfortable house...
33% Discount, <br>Fantastic Location, steps to ocean, clean comfortable house...
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (43)
"Great kitchen, living room and plenty of bed options. The backyard is very spacious and protected from any ocean breezes. Would definitely stay there again!"
33% Discount, <br>Fantastic Location, steps to ocean, clean comfortable house...
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Cottage at the Point - For 4!
Cottage at the Point - For 4!
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (3)
"Great little beach house. Fantastic location, near grocery store, EV charging, restaurants, and beach as well as just a short drive to Santa Cruz and Monterey/Carmel. Had everything we needed, very comfortable for a family of 4. "
Cottage at the Point - For 4!
Beach nearby, sun loungers
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (203)
"Fun place to stay! Hot tub, fire pit and well- appointed kitchen make it great!"
The price is ￥60,780
￥127,321 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 16 - Oct 17
The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit
5 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Coastal Retreat walking distance to Main Beach!
Coastal Retreat walking distance to Main Beach!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25)
"LOVED everything about this property! Clean, super comfortable beds and bedding, walkable to so many different locations, owner was amazingly communicative. My family all thoroughly enjoyed their stay. Would highly recommend it! Thank you so much!"
Coastal Retreat walking distance to Main Beach!
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS
Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (274)
"Clean place and well stocked. "
Family Beach Retreat HOT TUB. BIKES. SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS
On the beach, beach towels
Fall Available Ocean Front, Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff
Fall Available Ocean Front, Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (198)
"We enjoyed our stay here. The house had everything we needed with a beautiful view. Would stay here again. "
Fall Available Ocean Front, Family house Santa Cruz on West Cliff
Terrace/patio
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (270)
"Excellent location, comfortable beds, the deck and patio are lovely. "
Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk!
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
SUN,SURF & RELAXATION@ 26thAVE BEACH HOUSE/HOT TUB/PRIVATE YARDS GREAT LOCATION
SUN,SURF & RELAXATION@ 26thAVE BEACH HOUSE/HOT TUB/PRIVATE YARDS GREAT LOCATION
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (258)
"Very nicely decorated and so many beautiful flowers surround the property. Communication with Cathy was very easy and she responded right away. We had everything we could possibly need for our stay. Nice quiet neighborhood and close to the beach and other things you may want to do in the area! Would highly recommend this property to anyone coming to Santa Cruz!!"
SUN,SURF & RELAXATION@ 26thAVE BEACH HOUSE/HOT TUB/PRIVATE YARDS GREAT LOCATION
Living area
Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!
Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (42)
"The place was clean, spacious, and met all of our needs. The bonus for us is that it was within walking distance to most everywhere we wanted to go."
Classic Santa Cruz Getaway!
Terrace/patio
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
The price is ￥89,113
￥176,640 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Interior
Opal Cliff Overlook
Opal Cliff Overlook
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"This made us want to move here."
Opal Cliff Overlook
Outdoor dining
5bdr + Kids Game Room, Walk to Beach, Hot Tub!
5bdr + Kids Game Room, Walk to Beach, Hot Tub!
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (205)
"Our family had a great vacation here! Good communication with host .Very close to everything dog/kid park, beach, fun food options, & shopping. Quiet neighborhood.So much fun with old school video arcade game, ping pong, lots of board games, puzzles, reading material.Big bubbling clean hot tub, and fire pit. Plenty of comfortable beds for the whole family, all the amenities for cooking in the kitchen, bikes, beach chairs, boards, & towels."
5bdr + Kids Game Room, Walk to Beach, Hot Tub!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"room very clean! Staff I loved Outdoor pool I didn't had time to stop by. breakfast was great"
Marciel 2-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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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?

Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a fireplace, a patio, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. It offers a garden, a hot tub, and a selection of books so you can immerse yourself in your vacation. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are OCEANFRONT! BEST LOCATION! EXTRAORDINARY VIEWS! HOT TUB! FIRE PIT! and Large Santa Cruz Beach House. Steps to beach. Pets welcome. Family. Reunions..

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 273 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 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.