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Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views! : 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. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! and Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB! .

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Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Felton

Seth

￥33,817 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Scotts Valley

Shelby

￥25,564 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 16 - Jun 17

Bella Notte by the Beach Studio 12

Eastside Santa Cruz

￥51,655 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 22 - Jun 23

Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5

Eastside Santa Cruz

￥55,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 15 - Jun 16

Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Rio del Mar

￥170,033 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 10 - Jul 11

Exclusive Studio, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz

Andrew

￥32,999 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 6 - Jul 7

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos

Dan B.

￥54,498 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Newly Renovated Ocean View Home

Eastside Santa Cruz

￥220,367 total

includes taxes & fees

Jun 25 - Jun 26

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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay. Love the pool which is situated facing beach with stairs onto beach from pool deck. Wharf for dinner and boardwalk are easy walk from hotel."

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing location right across from Santa Cruz main beach! Coming from Australia to visit for the first time and so glad we chose Marea Sol. Beautifully renovated - everything is clean, modern and high quality. Spanish charm to the architecture of the place but it was the staff, especially the legend of a manager Katrina, who made our stay so fun and special. We had a luxury double room and it was so comfortable and spacious with everything we needed. Balcony looked out to the beach and there was also a huge rooftop balcony with the best breeze and views to eat and drink at, which we loved. Parking on site, a great pool area to relax by and coffee shop on site for a lovely brew. Incredible value especially for the location which was only a five minute walk to the iconic Broadwalk. Katrina had so much energy and positive vibes with great local knowledge and recommendations which really elevated our stay. Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Santa Cruz! Can't wait to return 🏄🎢"

Surf City Inn and Suites

2/10 Terrible

"Attention!!!!! Be aware of this property!!!!! Last weekend my family & I stayed in this hotel, when we arrived the check in was easy and everything was going well. The room was so dirty, not well cleaned, left over used toilet paper, the doors were stain of makeup and some type of orange sticky food, could be Cheetos, the walls were all dirty and the certain was full of dryed ice cream from days before. That’s not it there is more! Friday afternoon we got some dinner sat in the patio where there is tables and chair, and a person first asked how to get a hold of front desk and we told him where to go, he then came back and ask for a water bottle, left to his room and came back downstairs and sat in the patio, he started mentioning all the types of drugs he was selling and also that he was hiding from the cops!!!! When this was heard I didn’t feel comfortable I try to get a hold of the front desk for hours and no answer no reply, until the next day and still didn’t want to give my money back!!!!! Will not stay here again, this was my 2nd time staying in this hotel and 1st time didn’t have a problem but this time it was unacceptable, I will not be staying here and if you have small kids be aware because this hotels approves a lot of drug dealers to walk in and out of the property. Is a very nice place but will not be staying here ever. Be aware!!!!! Always read the reviews!!!!!"

Casablanca On The Beach

4/10 Poor

"There was no hot water, and when we informed the receptionist she said to run the tap for 15 minutes. That didn’t work AND the shower head was totally broken from the wall so we had to hold it while attempting to bathe ourselves. The light socket was falling off the wall, which is a serious electrical code issue, and the cable box for the TV was hanging from the cords to the TV. A very run down place, and the receptionist was unfriendly and had no sympathy about our hot water. Very disappointed when paying almost $300 for the room!!"

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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?

Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views!: 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. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly! and Sandy BEACHFRONT Surfside - at Corcoran Beach, Newly Remodeled w/ HOT TUB!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 274 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.

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Fern River Resort

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Bella Notte by the Beach Studio 12

Swell House Santa Cruz, Suite 5

Shell Cottage - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Bella Notte

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Newly Renovated Ocean View Home

Coastal Casa – Harbor Vibes + Close to the Beach!

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and an easy walk to the Boardwalk

Modern Hideaway in the Redwoods

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

5BR Santa Cruz Beach House — Steps to Twin Lakes Beach - Deck & Yard - Sleeps 12

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Stylish 3 bedroom home just steps to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Downtown

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand

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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Inn At Pasatiempo

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Seaside Inn & Suites

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Surf City Inn and Suites

Casablanca On The Beach

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