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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

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1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is ￥17,189
￥29,408 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Bella Notte
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

2. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (521 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 ￥18,901
￥23,576 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fern River Resort
Interior

3. 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 ￥21,095
￥32,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Room

4. 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 ￥15,470
￥63,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Living area

5. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Location was great! "
United States
Alix Z.
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Living area

6. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 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 ￥14,688
￥53,294 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Exterior detail

7. 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 ￥26,720
￥48,128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Sunny Private Bungalow
Beach

8. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (23 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Exterior detail

9. 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, (79 reviews)
"We loved the location, the kitchen and most of all the view and fire pit!! Celebrated our 30th anniversary. Joe was very friendly, accommodating and helpful."
United States
Kimberly
The price is ￥26,564
￥53,144 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Living area

10. Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand

Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand
Capitola
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (19 reviews)
"Parking was on the street but right outside our unit, very safe! Unit was very accommodating, communication with the host was great! Condo was darling with huge cumfy beds! Location was perfect, we didn't get back in the car until it was time to leave! We dinned at The Paradise Grill, Margaritaville and Shadowbrook, all highly recommended!"
United States
stacie l.
The price is ￥19,064
￥63,000 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand
Room

11. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (66 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 ￥21,720
￥68,423 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Living area

12. 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.
The price is ￥24,845
￥105,341 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Room

13. 'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (18 reviews)
"Clean, quiet, and a great location!"
United States
Jenny O.
The price is ￥10,157
￥55,421 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Room

14. 3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Such a great location and such a cute property. There were a couple small things we needed and the host/management was super helpful and communicative. Highly recommend!"
United States
Tara R.
The price is ￥23,439
￥95,094 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Property grounds

15. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is ￥30,236
￥38,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Room

16. 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.
Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Exterior

17. 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 ￥23,244
￥43,759 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5
Living area

18. Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Great place, minutes from the beach and an overall great experience!"
United States
Damian M.
The price is ￥28,283
￥93,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Private kitchen

19. Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Great location! We parked the car out front when we arrived and didn't need to use it again until we left. House is clean and bright. The mattress was firmer than we prefer but it was fine and the sheets and comforter were clean and comfy. Would recommend!"
United States
Jeffrey S.
The price is ￥15,313
￥53,273 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Room

20. Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (28 reviews)
"So close to the beach!!!Walking to Zelda’s , Margaritaville, andPizza my Heart was so easy. The bungalow was clean, and ready for renters to relax, and have a GREAT time!Highly recommend "
United States
Nicole L.
The price is ￥12,813
￥53,737 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent trip and great hotel view of beach!"
David 2-night trip
Posted 6 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 Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!: Visitors give good reviews to this Santa Cruz vacation home rental, which 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.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 276 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.