Aptos, CA

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Scenic panoramic view of Rio Del Mar Beach near Santa Cruz California with a wooden pier stretching into water, flanked by coastal buildings and palms
Panoramic Capitola Village and Water Reflections during Blue Hour. Capitola, Santa Cruz County, California, USA.
Family on a surrey bike ride along the coast of California
Hazy Sunset over Seacliff State Beach. Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California USA.
People enjoying a beautiful evening with views of Monterey Bay, along the beachfront of Capitola, California, United States

Where to stay in Aptos

SS Palo Alto

Rio del Mar

If you're spending some time in Rio del Mar, Monterey Bay and Seascape Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.

Rio del Mar
Hazy Sunset over Seacliff State Beach. Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California USA.

Seacliff

While visiting Seacliff, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach.

Seacliff
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Aptos Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aptos Village and surrounding area, you can visit Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach.

Aptos Village
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
$133 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from May 27 to May 28
$153 total
May 27 - May 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,127 reviews)
"Wonderful place! Our go to hotel when we go to the beach!!!"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
$353 nightly
The price is $400 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$400 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free valet parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (978 reviews)
"Parking was easy, everyone was very accommodating and we had a nice room with the ocean view"

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Seascape Beach Resort
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
$62 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from May 28 to May 29
$72 total
May 28 - May 29
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,906 reviews)
"Jessica, at check-in, was great! She's friendly, quick, efficient, and helpful! Motel 6 is no frills and economical option. Parking is tough at night when everyone is settled in, but I still always found a spot."

Reviewed on May 20, 2026

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 CA
Stay at this cottage in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (59 reviews)
"Nice space for our overnight. Easy check-in. Good location to event we attended. Quiet, comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub,  EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

Aptos CA
Book a stay at this golf condo in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Beer Can Beach are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (72 reviews)
"Beautiful views of the ocean and a nice scenic walk down to the beach. The space itself was nicely upgraded and very clean."

Reviewed on May 4, 2026

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Seascape Ocean Front Villa

Seascape Ocean Front Villa

Aptos CA
Stay at this vacation home in Aptos. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker, in-room fireplaces, and a hot tub. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Beer Can Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (30 reviews)
"We loved the stay! Perfect view of the ocean. The villa is nice, clean, and has all the things you could want on vacation. We will visit again"

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Seascape Ocean Front Villa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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