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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

A kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a refrigerator, and a door.

1. Modern 1BR Apartment with AC, WiFi & Free Parking in Santa Cruz

Modern 1BR Apartment with AC, WiFi & Free Parking in Santa Cruz
Santa cruz
$97 nightly
The price is $97
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Modern 1BR Apartment with AC, WiFi & Free Parking in Santa Cruz
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, an air conditioning unit, a wall-mounted shelf with plants, and a bedside table with a lamp.

2. Amazing 2Bedroom 2 Bath Cozy Suite- Tub - Fireplace - AC

Amazing 2Bedroom 2 Bath Cozy Suite- Tub - Fireplace - AC
Saint Elizabeth
$92 nightly
The price is $92
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Amazing 2Bedroom 2 Bath Cozy Suite- Tub - Fireplace - AC
A bed with a decorative headboard, multiple pillows, and a colorful striped blanket.

3. Cozy 3-bedroom house in serene Santa Cruz with AC

Cozy 3-bedroom house in serene Santa Cruz with AC
Santa Cruz
$165 nightly
The price is $165
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy 3-bedroom house in serene Santa Cruz with AC
A parking area with a curved road, surrounded by greenery and a building with a flat roof.

4. Chic Studio Retreat w/ King Bed, Fireplace + Pool

Chic Studio Retreat w/ King Bed, Fireplace + Pool
Mandeville
$197 nightly
The price is $197
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Total with taxes and fees
Chic Studio Retreat w/ King Bed, Fireplace + Pool
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a microwave, and a marble countertop.

5. Private home away from home south coast St Elizabeth

Private home away from home south coast St Elizabeth
Jamaica
6.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"The location is accessible by public transportation. Do you get off at the Supermax and just walk down the street and the hotel is right there on the second corner very accessible you can walk up the street if I would advise the food truck up the street to eat so the grocery store eatery was not so tasteful. It’s accessible to every shopping area and everything public transportation is currently free at this time. The only thing is the bathroom the flush system wasn’t that well. You had to put...
United States
Florence
$120 nightly
The price is $120
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Private home away from home south coast St Elizabeth
A pool area with a gazebo, lounge chairs, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

6. Mountain Top Villa

Mountain Top Villa
3.5 star property
Mandeville
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (27 reviews)
"Hotal it self was beautiful , lay out great , room was a bit small but manageable. Overall a great stay I would highly recommend"
United Kingdom
Robert
$84 nightly
The price is $93
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Mountain Top Villa
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen area visible through an open door.

7. Perfect 2-bedroom house in Bethany Dist, St. Elizabeth for your hide-away stay.

Perfect 2-bedroom house in Bethany Dist, St. Elizabeth for your hide-away stay.
Watchwell P.O.
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Everything about this property was perfect! It’s super clean, located in a quiet neighborhood, and the host was incredibly helpful and always easy to reach. Best place I’ve stayed at by far!"
United States
Chantaye K.
$158 nightly
The price is $158
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees
Perfect 2-bedroom house in Bethany Dist, St. Elizabeth for your hide-away stay.
A residential house with a tiled roof, a driveway, and a car parked in the driveway.

8. Lovely 1-bedroom apartment in Mandeville with WiFi, AC in safe and private area

Lovely 1-bedroom apartment in Mandeville with WiFi, AC in safe and private area
Mandeville
$123 nightly
The price is $123
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Lovely 1-bedroom apartment in Mandeville with WiFi, AC in safe and private area
A two-story house with a stone wall and a large palm tree in the front yard.

9. Lovely studio with WiFi in Cool, Cool Mandeville

Lovely studio with WiFi in Cool, Cool Mandeville
Mandeville
$137 nightly
The price is $137
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Lovely studio with WiFi in Cool, Cool Mandeville
A residential house with a tiled roof, a driveway marked with 'A' and 'DW', and a parked car.

10. Spacious 2-bedroom apartment in Mandeville with hot tub ,WiFi and private garage

Spacious 2-bedroom apartment in Mandeville with hot tub ,WiFi and private garage
Mandeville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Property was nicely gated off, well spaced and the host was top notch! Would gladly stay there again."
Canada
Randy
$152 nightly
The price is $152
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
Spacious 2-bedroom apartment in Mandeville with hot tub ,WiFi and private garage
A multi-story building with a red-tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a car parked in front.

11. Cozy upstairs apartment for two with great views. Book your stay today.

Cozy upstairs apartment for two with great views. Book your stay today.
Williamsfield
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Our stay was excellent. The Hosts are very gracious and kind. The property is very clean and welcoming. We are very appreciative of all the complementary teas coffees, and other beverages left there for us to sample.We will be booking a return, hopefully sometime over the summer"
United States
Janea G.
$105 nightly
The price is $105
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Cozy upstairs apartment for two with great views. Book your stay today.
A rectangular pool with a white balustrade, surrounded by potted plants and a metal gate.

12. Superstar Living - Room#01 with AC : Double bed with Balcony & sea view

Superstar Living - Room#01 with AC : Double bed with Balcony & sea view
Treasure Beach
2.0 out of 10, (1 review)
"I wasn't able to say no one was there"
United States
Spencer K.
$166 nightly
The price is $183
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Superstar Living - Room#01 with AC : Double bed with Balcony & sea view
A triangular A-frame building with a pool and lounge chairs.

13. Cashaw Cabin - Private Pool Retreat

Cashaw Cabin - Private Pool Retreat
Treasure Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
$185 nightly
The price is $185
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Cashaw Cabin - Private Pool Retreat
A hotel room with a bed, a wooden nightstand, a vase with a plant, and a framed picture on the nightstand.

14. Private Upstairs Retreat – 4BR Home, King Suite & Panoramic Views – Mandeville

Private Upstairs Retreat – 4BR Home, King Suite & Panoramic Views – Mandeville
Mandeville
4.8 out of 10, (3 reviews)
"Owner was very responsive and extremely accommodating and compassionate, especially when we had a travel/Transportation issue. I appreciated so much his care in the matter."
United States
Natalie
$158 nightly
The price is $158
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
Private Upstairs Retreat – 4BR Home, King Suite & Panoramic Views – Mandeville
A bedroom with a bed, a large window with curtains, a fan, and a sliding door leading to another room.

15. Stunning 4-bedroom townhome with fans in each bedroom in Mandeville.

Stunning 4-bedroom townhome with fans in each bedroom in Mandeville.
Mandeville
$222 nightly
The price is $252
Oct 9 - Oct 10
Total with taxes and fees
Stunning 4-bedroom townhome with fans in each bedroom in Mandeville.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a stove.

16. Serenity Corner in a cool serene community Airport transfers Local amenities

Serenity Corner in a cool serene community Airport transfers Local amenities
Mandeville
6.0 out of 10, (2 reviews)
$218 nightly
The price is $218
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Serenity Corner in a cool serene community Airport transfers Local amenities
A large white building with a red roof, solar panels, and a balcony.

17. Eve's Rockaway Villa is a beautiful home with 360 degrees views of nature that includes the tranquil Rose Hill and the unique Rocky Hill Trails.

Eve's Rockaway Villa is a beautiful home with 360 degrees views of nature that includes the tranquil Rose Hill and the unique Rocky Hill Trails.
Manchester
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Myself and my family had a wonderful time during our stay. Though it was intermittent, we enjoyed the property and all its amenities. Our housekeeper was very friendly and helpful. With ample rooms and plenty of space to relax, I would highly recommend this property for large family gatherings. We especially enjoyed the rock climbing path, as it had a nice view of the property and Manchester. The house what very clean and comfortable with the exception of the decor. It could be a bit more...
United States
Jodi-Ann N.
$484 nightly
The price is $484
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Eve's Rockaway Villa is a beautiful home with 360 degrees views of nature that includes the tranquil Rose Hill and the unique Rocky Hill Trails.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden staircase, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a large window offering a view of the outdoors.

18. Exclusive Mountain & Farm Villa Escape

Exclusive Mountain & Farm Villa Escape
Spring Garden
$208 nightly
The price is $208
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Total with taxes and fees
Exclusive Mountain & Farm Villa Escape
A beach with a rocky formation in the distance, viewed through a natural archway.

19. Unvergessliches Strandhaus, eine seltene private Flucht by Interhome

Unvergessliches Strandhaus, eine seltene private Flucht by Interhome
Treasure Beach
$584 nightly
The price is $584
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
Unvergessliches Strandhaus, eine seltene private Flucht by Interhome
A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, and a view of the ocean through the window.

20. Superstar Living : Beautiful 3-Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Sea View

Superstar Living : Beautiful 3-Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Sea View
Treasure Beach
$534 nightly
The price is $606
Oct 3 - Oct 4
Total with taxes and fees
Superstar Living : Beautiful 3-Bed Room Suite with Balcony and Sea View
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Majestic Heights Bed & Breakfast

Majestic Heights Bed & Breakfast

10/10 Excellent
"very modern clean well maintained. great helpful staff. very well appointed room and bathroom. 👍👍👍 Breath taking view of the ocean and refreshing pool Will refer friends and family to this hidden gem"
John 1-night trip
Posted 11 days ago
Majestic Heights Bed & Breakfast

Find out more about Santa Cruz

Everything you need to know about Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Santa Cruz vacation rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private vacation homes, apartments, condos, resorts, cabins, villas, motels. The list goes on, and on …and on.

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Santa Cruz vacation rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search.

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Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Santa Cruz. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter low season months. For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit Santa Cruz in high season.

Prices vary throughout the year. Your chosen location, property type, and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. The selection of properties we have chosen for you start as low as $93 per night. Rates vary depending on your travel dates, location, and amenities so make a search and you might find even better deals!

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Frequently asked questions

Are there vacation rentals in Santa Cruz?

Yes, we give you a choice of vacation rentals close to popular points of interest in Santa Cruz, or you can select a more remote option if you'd like a relaxing place to stay.

What's the top vacation rental that Santa Cruz has to offer?

A Cut Above The Rest : This highly rated vacation home rental in Santa Cruz has air-conditioning and laundry facilities to help you feel perfectly comfortable in your new surroundings.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 12 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?

While you're exploring the area, YS Falls and Calabash Bay are a couple of picturesque spots to get outside and enjoy nature. In the larger area, you’ll find Appleton Estate and Mega Mart.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can book for a long or short time in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals provide amenities like laundry facilities and kitchens so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for families.