Name: Million Dollar Ocean Views – Beachfront Bliss in Aptos
Address: Aptos

Whether you're dipping a toe in the water or just chilling out on the shoreline, New Brighton State Beach is a lovely place to spend time with the kids. Why not bring a picnic and a rug and make a day out of it?

This stretch of coastline is in Aptos, a place that has so much going for it! Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Main Beach, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum are other fine sightseeing choices close by when you've had your fill of New Brighton State Beach.

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Quiet Mind Mountain Lodge, Retreat and Spa

per person

Sep 8 - Sep 15

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Roundtrip flight included

Dallas (DFW) to San Diego (SAN)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (507 reviews)

Everything was nice

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Alila Marea Beach Resort Encinitas, a Hyatt Luxury Resort

per person

Sep 24 - Sep 28

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Roundtrip flight included

Denver (DEN) to San Diego (SAN)

8.8/10 Excellent! (187 reviews)

Great property will most likely come back and beautiful views. Great pool and view from pool.

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

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per person

Oct 6 - Oct 11

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Roundtrip flight included

Denver (DEN) to San Francisco (SFO)

9/10 Wonderful! (6,533 reviews)

My family stayed at here for my daughter’s 4th birthday. The hotel staff easily accommodated our request to have our two rooms next to each other. We appreciated the structured continental breakfast filled with yummy fresh choices for everyone. The hotel is conveniently and centrally located a block away from the pier and all the fun activities. 10/10 would stay again and will look into Riu hotels in other locations.

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Browse tours and tickets to explore New Brighton State Beach

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Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Free cancellation available

Food, drink & nightlife

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Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Free cancellation available

Water activities

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

Free cancellation available

Classes & workshops

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Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz

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Adventure & outdoor

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Santa Cruz 2Hour Guided eBike Tour for Small E-Bike Groups

Free cancellation available

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