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Oct 23 - Oct 25
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Nov 20 - Nov 22

Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

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, (5 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is ￥21,080
￥34,251 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Bella Notte
Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (514 reviews)
"Lovely Cabin, my son had an amazing experience. We will definitely come back"
United States
Iris
The price is ￥22,936
￥28,211 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Fern River Resort
Aerial view

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
"This place was quiet, clean and adorable!"
United States
Kirsten M.
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
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 ￥27,998
￥50,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Sunny Private Bungalow
Interior

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 ￥36,021
￥51,575 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
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, (10 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
The price is ￥20,630
￥26,793 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
TV

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 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.
The price is ￥17,202
￥67,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
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, (73 reviews)
"Great place for the price. The bbq/fire pit area,along with the view is 5 stars! Hosts are responsive. Close drive to town, beach …"
United States
Kimberley
The price is ￥27,834
￥55,521 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
TV, offices

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Tracy R.
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets

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 ￥27,179
￥84,047 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Mount Hermon Redwood Retreat!
Exterior

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5

Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"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 ￥25,583
￥47,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Bella Notte by the beach Studio 5
Aerial view

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 ￥37,658
￥127,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Aerial view

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 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 ￥40,605
￥101,586 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!
TV, fireplace

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Great little place near the coolest park! "
United States
Michele D.
The price is ￥31,455
￥100,775 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
TV, DVD player

Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk

Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Great little beach bungalow. Clean and close to everything!"
United States
Paul R.
Bungalow in Capitola Village Steps from River walk
TV

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 ￥30,290
￥95,934 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
TV

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 ￥41,587
￥53,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5
Coffee/tea maker, fridge, microwave, oven

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (47 reviews)
"The cabin was super cute. Good location, close to shops, parks, restaurants and bars."
United States
Kaulana
The price is ￥35,857
￥91,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 13 - Aug 14
Redwood Home - view of the river!
TV, fireplace

Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz

Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We enjoyed the home feel of this property and beautiful garden. Great location too."
United States
Brian C.
The price is ￥47,187
￥107,636 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
TV, offices

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is ￥55,013
￥141,818 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

8/10 Good
"The staff was great and very welcoming. A central location close to the pier made it all very convenient. Amenities like soaps and shampoos could have been nicer."
Ryan 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Beachview Inn

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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. Our travelers also rate Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! as a favorite home for rent in Santa Cruz.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 278 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.