3/5 - Okay
Verified traveler
It's ok, but it's better to stay somewhere closer to either Carmel, Monterey or Santa Cruz
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Where to stay in Aptos
Rio del Mar
If you're spending some time in Rio del Mar, Monterey Bay and Seascape Golf Club are top sights worth seeing.
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
The price is $123 total per night from Dec 21 to Dec 22
$123 total
per night
Dec 21 - Dec 22
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! (1,007 reviews)
Room was great! We had a suite. The front desk was a sweetheart! We love this spot.
Reviewed on Dec 11, 2025
Seascape Beach Resort
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
The price is $285 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$285 total
per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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! (865 reviews)
Fantastic stay. The staff was super friendly and accommodating. Clean.
Reviewed on Dec 8, 2025
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
The price is $128 total per night from Dec 15 to Dec 16
$128 total
per night
Dec 15 - Dec 16
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! (1,001 reviews)
Great location. Helpful staff via phone.
Reviewed on Dec 6, 2025
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 CA
Stay at this cottage in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (50 reviews)
It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!
Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025
Lovely Studio with Kitchen in charming Aptos
Aptos CA
Stay at this apartment in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
Julie was welcoming as we arrived. The studio is adorable! Lovely decor. Generously equipped kitchen and bathroom. Very comfortable, firm bed. Nice location, tucked away from the bustle of town. We will be back!
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Aptos CA
Book a stay at this golf condo in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (249 reviews)
This is the second time staying in this excellent apartment which is comfortable, clean and well equipped.
Reviewed on Nov 23, 2025
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.
Popular places to visit
Rio Del Mar Beach
4.5/5(48 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Aptos? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Seacliff State Beach
4.5/5(9 reviews)
Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
New Brighton State Beach
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
Seascape Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Rio del Mar at Seascape Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots.
Cabrillo College
Walk around the campus at Cabrillo College during your visit to Aptos. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.
Potbelly Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Reviews of Aptos
4.4
Top Destination
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
I grew up in Aptos so I think it is a lovely place.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
In and around Aptos people are so friendly! We loved all the small shops & restaurants & beautifull, clean beaches. Easy to walk most places & only a 10 minute drive to Capitola - another beautiful area with more restaurants, shopping & beaches!
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
If your looking to get away from the big crowds then aptos is the place to stay. Your only 10min from santa Cruz and 10 min from capitola village.
5/5 - Excellent
Verified traveler
Great place for a getsway
4/5 - Good
Verified traveler
Charming coastal community with a beautiful forest
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