Aptos, CA

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You'll be hard pressed to find an uncrowded #beach in the Santa Cruz/Capitola area but New Brighton is a must visit anyway. Beautiful sandy beach, sail boats, parasailing, volleyball, camping and a #lighthouse ! You just can't beat it.
Seacliff is a California State Beach located off Highway 1 in the town of Aptos about 5 miles south of Santa Cruz, on State Park Drive. The beach is most known for the concrete ship SS Palo Alto lying in the water. After the recent storms the ship broke in half and it's sinking. 
#Beachbound

Where to stay in Aptos

The pavllion has habitate that attract Hummingbirds and Toucans.

Rio del Mar

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

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Seacliff

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

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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
$110 nightly
The price is $127 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$127 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,070 reviews)
Staff was great the room was clean.

Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
$292 nightly
The price is $332 total per night from Feb 5 to Feb 6
$332 total
Feb 5 - Feb 6
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! (901 reviews)
Very courteous staff, cleanliness much better this time

Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

2 out of 5
116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
$130 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Feb 9 to Feb 10
$150 total
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Staff was very helpful and professional.

Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
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.
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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
Great location, and mostly had everything we needed! Lots of pots and pans - no condiments like another review said so make sure to bring some. Also highly recommend bringing extra towels. Otherwise - we had a great stay!

Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026

Seascape Ocean Front Villa
1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!

1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!

Aptos CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Aptos. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great location - right on the beach! Unfortunately it was raining while we were there so unable to use the outside balcony and furniture. Views are stunning and there's direct access to the beach right across the unit! Kitchen had all the basics for meal prep or takeout. Covered car port also made ...

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!
Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!

Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!

Aptos CA
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Host was responsive. Easy instructions for the unit. Loved the close proximity to the beach and local coffee shop and restaurants.

Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025

Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
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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