A coastal landscape with a prominent rock formation, a sandy beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

Pajaro Dunes Vacation Rentals

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Our top choices for Pajaro Dunes vacation rentals

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

1. Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
"View was amazing, property was amazing! We had a great time!"
United States
Charlie & Tiffany H.
$686 nightly
The price is $770
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Total with taxes and fees
Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!
A modern living room with a large ocean view, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

2. Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Everything about this condo was perfect!"
United States
Brett S.
$782 nightly
The price is $883
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!
A modern house with a view of the beach and ocean.

3. Oceanview Luxury - 5BR - Hot Tub - Steps to Beach

Oceanview Luxury - 5BR - Hot Tub - Steps to Beach
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"What a magical property, steps from the ocean and on our trip we were blessed with whales breaching right out front."
United States
John K.
$2,146 nightly
The price is $2,410
Nov 28 - Nov 29
Total with taxes and fees
Oceanview Luxury - 5BR - Hot Tub - Steps to Beach
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a fireplace, and leather furniture.

4. Pajaro Dunes Beachfront - Hot Tub + Direct Beach Access

Pajaro Dunes Beachfront - Hot Tub + Direct Beach Access
Watsonville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (50 reviews)
"Beautiful property with many amenities and amazing views!"
United States
Jill R.
Pajaro Dunes Beachfront - Hot Tub + Direct Beach Access
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
$151 nightly
The price is $162
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A coastal residential area with houses, a clear view of the ocean, and a white picket fence.

6. Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!
La Selva Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great location and well equipped vacation rental."
United States
Charles C.
$415 nightly
The price is $473
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!
A room with a balcony, a large mirror, and a decorative cabinet.

7. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
Castroville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great room with a view, enjoy a beautiful sunset over Moss Landing and the Pacific Ocean. Totally quiet at night with the sounds of wildlife to wake you up."
United States
Michael T.
$234 nightly
The price is $257
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
A stone fireplace with a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

8. Studio with ocean view at Seascape Resort

Studio with ocean view at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (281 reviews)
"Very happy with our stay! The condo was perfect with everything we needed for our getaway. Will definitely be returning!"
United States
Elizabeth H.
$341 nightly
The price is $383
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Studio with ocean view at Seascape Resort
A spacious indoor area with a stone fire pit in the center, surrounded by seating and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

9. 1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"We had a great time staying here. The room was perfect and the kitchenette was good to have. The resort is beautiful and we saw deer, bunnies and a raccoon. We will definitely stay here again!"
United States
Erika W.
$385 nightly
The price is $435
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, a covered seating area, and a potted plant.

10. 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, (87 reviews)
"We loved the location, the kitchen and most of all the view and fire pit!! Celebrated our 30th anniversary. Joe was very friendly, accommodating and helpful."
United States
Kimberly
$288 nightly
The price is $325
Nov 14 - Nov 15
Total with taxes and fees
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

11. 3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!

3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!
La Selva Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"It was a nice place to stay. "
United States
Dominique H.
$603 nightly
The price is $685
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!
A spacious living area with a view of the ocean, a dining table, and a seating arrangement.

12. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
$445 nightly
The price is $506
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, seating area, and a fire feature.

13. Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa
Castroville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (30 reviews)
"Fabulous place to stay. Super clean, excellent facilities and gorgeous view. "
New Zealand
Sonya H.
$270 nightly
The price is $296
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa
A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

14. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (531 reviews)
"The cabin was cozy and location amazing"
United States
Ricardo
$105 nightly
The price is $122
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort
North Bluff Pool

15. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (54 reviews)
"Fantastic stay."
United States
Travis
$454 nightly
The price is $517
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
A spacious living area with a staircase, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

16. Sand Dollar Beachfront Home, Direct Beach Access!

Sand Dollar Beachfront Home, Direct Beach Access!
La Selva Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Beautiful location. "
United States
Autumn H.
Sand Dollar Beachfront Home, Direct Beach Access!
A beach with large rocks and a ship in the distance.

17. Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand

Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (42 reviews)
"Wonderful property. We will be back."
United States
Lynn M.
$339 nightly
The price is $383
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
Aptos Beach Retreat Hot Tub & 5 Min Walk to Sand
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden island, and a dining area with a woven chair.

18. New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub

New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub
Salinas
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (20 reviews)
"Stay here to see my grandkids who live close by. Colton very responsive for any questions."
United States
Barbara R.
$289 nightly
The price is $317
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub
A deck with white furniture, a glass-top table, and a barbecue grill.

19. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"It’s pretty pricey, but you get a lot for it. What a gorgeous place! Fully equipped with everything we needed indoors, with a fabulous outdoor deck. We loved it."
United States
Laree D.
$608 nightly
The price is $690
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
A living room with a wooden floor, a grey sofa, a coffee table, and a bar area with stools.

20. IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME

IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME
Castroville
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (42 reviews)
"The host, Caleb, was super helpful! The place itself is pretty modest. Seems a bit pricey at 400 a night. Personally, I’m not in love with rock lawns, front and back."
United States
Jim H.
$445 nightly
The price is $490
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Total with taxes and fees
IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME
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Top Pajaro Dunes Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent
"My first stay at this hotel exceeded all expectations. Needing a convenient, budget-friendly place to avoid a morning commute, I was impressed by the seamless check-in with a helpful front desk attendant and the modern keypad entry system. My recently updated queen room was spacious, spotless, and featured a comfortable bed with crisp linens, alongside a well-stocked, organized bathroom. Because the property itself is so quiet, some minor hallway noise was noticeable, though it was hardly an issue. Overall, this hotel offers outstanding value, and I will certainly stay here again."
Arnold 1-night trip
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Pacific Inn

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Pajaro Dunes?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals where you'll be only 12.8 mi (20.6 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, providing a secluded option if you'd like a quiet spot to stay. Nature enthusiasts will enjoy the beaches in Pajaro Dunes.

What are some of the best vacation rentals that Pajaro Dunes has to offer?

GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, LAST MINUTE DEAL!! BOOK NOW -BEAUTIFUL BEACH HOME!!: This highly rated vacation home rental in Pajaro Dunes is located on the beach and has a patio, a barbecue grill, and laundry facilities to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Pajaro Dunes?

With 39 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Pajaro Dunes stay.

What can I see and do in Pajaro Dunes?

Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve and Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk are other popular places to visit in the area.

What are vacation rentals like in Pajaro Dunes?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can reserve for a short or long stay in Pajaro Dunes. Vacation rentals provide amenities such as kitchens and laundry facilities so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about cleanliness, vacation rentals can offer a sense of privacy away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive choice for a family trip or a small group gathering.