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Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B) | Individually decorated, individually furnished, blackout drapes

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
$118 nightly
The price is $136
Apr 29 - Apr 30
Total with taxes and fees
Fern River Resort
Luxury Studio, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, microwave, highchair

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
$243 nightly
The price is $275
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Bella Notte
Exterior detail

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, (55 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
$280 nightly
The price is $314
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
$404 nightly
The price is $450
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Capitola Village Hideaway
Interior

3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!

3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful stay! Very nice place with spectacular beach views. Great communication and had everything we needed to prepare meals. Hope to come back someday!"
United States
Jolene D.
$839 nightly
The price is $935
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (344 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Tish H.
$1,443 nightly
The price is $1,623
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
Exterior

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great place with amazing architecture and views. We would stay here again and again!"
United States
Ken S.
$1,138 nightly
The price is $1,262
May 4 - May 5
Total with taxes and fees
Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
TV, fireplace

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great house. Great neighborhood "
United States
Sam C.
$540 nightly
The price is $599
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Smart TV, fireplace, video games, DVD player

Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!

Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!
Soquel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"Wonderful host, beautiful property that had everything we needed for our stay, good location - we would definitely pick this property again for a future stay!"
United States
Gabby K.
$1,037 nightly
The price is $1,165
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!
TV, offices

Surf House, Walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Surf House, Walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"This was the perfect spot for us! We walked to the boardwalk and walked down to the beach. The dedicated parking garage made it easy to park, and the house was really nice with comfy beds. We made breakfast and ate together every morning — great stay!"
United States
Rachel C.
$420 nightly
The price is $468
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Surf House, Walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Interior

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying here! The location was great with a short walk to the ocean cliffs or to the Natural Bridges Monarch Trail."
United States
Stephanie F.
Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
Property grounds

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice large well equipped kitchen. The game room was great."
United States
Tami C.
$883 nightly
The price is $986
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
Interior

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Super fun atmosphere - great TV - lovely location!"
United States
Carol A B.
$462 nightly
The price is $515
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Property grounds

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (201 reviews)
"Close to everything, and still felt isolatedfrom the world. Nice quiet, relaxing stay. "
United States
casey l.
$571 nightly
The price is $571
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Property grounds

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Beautifully cozy! Loved the location and the property!"
United States
Karen B.
$621 nightly
The price is $697
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great place with great location "
United States
matt h.
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Interior

Luxury beach retreat in Capitola Village

Luxury beach retreat in Capitola Village
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Host was very welcoming and helpful! Amenities were clean and beautiful. Have stayed here before and will be coming back ! "
United States
Mara B.
$394 nightly
The price is $435
Apr 27 - Apr 28
Total with taxes and fees
Luxury beach retreat in Capitola Village
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Beautiful custom home, great location, quiet neighborhood, excellent communication with property manager. We will be back again sometime soon!"
United States
Debbie T.
$681 nightly
The price is $760
Apr 30 - May 1
Total with taxes and fees
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Terrace/patio

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great location, spacious welcoming house, attentive host. Perfect for a family reunion: grandchildren, grandparents, parents, friends, and the dog. Would come here again."
United States
Richard E.
$1,157 nightly
The price is $1,303
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Property grounds

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
$142 nightly
The price is $159
Apr 26 - Apr 27
Total with taxes and fees
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

2/10 Terrible
"Hidden parking fee. Lady did not disclose the parking fee verbally. I called, and another lady said "nothing i can do, you signed the vehicle registration form". Mind you, vehicle registration form was on a iPad and not a sheet of paper pointing out that there was a $25 dollar parking fee."
Bartholomew Falzarano 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Marea Sol Hotel

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January
$521
February
$470
March
$571
April
$494
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$556
June
$627
July
$599
August
$591
September
$589
October
$548
November
$566
December
$586
Price trend information excludes taxes and fees and is based on base rates for a nightly stay for 2 adults found in the last 7 days on our site and averaged for commonly viewed vacation rentals in Santa Cruz. Select dates and complete search for nightly totals inclusive of taxes and fees.

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.

Santa Cruz vacation rentals: An excellent choice for every season

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 $200 per night. Rates vary depending on your travel dates, location, and amenities so make a search and you might find even better deals!

How to find incredible deals on Santa Cruz rentals

At Expedia, we put the best Santa Cruz vacation rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia.

To find some top Santa Cruz rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream Santa Cruz vacation.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Santa Cruz close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or you can select a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay. Visitors to Santa Cruz like the scenic seaside and entertainment choices this destination is known for. Make sure you have time to check out the sporting events while you're in the area.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Santa Cruz?

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on a lake and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your vacation with a garden and a selection of games. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance and Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 270 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?

Family-friendly attractions include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, whereas Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Main Beach are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, Ocean Street and Pacific Avenue are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can reserve for several days or longer in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals offer extras such as hot tubs, fire pits, and patios so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for small groups.