Where to stay in Santa Cruz
Vacation rentals in Santa Cruz
There are 269 vacation rentals near Santa Cruz for all manner or mood of travel, availability of time off, and size of budget. So, if you are hoping for an affordable Santa Cruz vacation, you can find 10% rentals under $91/night. Or if you are willing to splurge on a luxury vacation in Santa Cruz, there are 27 between $1,042 and $4,794/night. Whether you are sleeping by yourself or with a significant other, or are travelling with a group of 163 there are short term home and apartment rentals in Santa Cruz to fit your vacation needs. The most popular types of short-term rental homes in Santa Cruz are houses, hotels and rvs. Santa Cruz has been a frequently searched travel destination this year and continues to grow in popularity. VacationRenter offers a wide selection of vacation rental availability from leading travel sites like Vrbo (Vacation Rentals By Owner), Booking.com, and many more. Search your travel dates to find available Santa Cruz vacation homes for your trip.
Vacation house with a pool or hot tub in Santa Cruz
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Best Western Inn
$2806
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz
$3491
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Comfort Inn Santa Cruz
$1235
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Ocean Pacific Lodge
$552
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
$1900
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Continental Inn
$398
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Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
$1050
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Beachview Inn
$244
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Quality Inn Santa Cruz
$225
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West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
$1885
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Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz/Beach Boardwalk East
$1676
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The Islander Motel Santa Cruz
$2663
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Ramada Limited Santa Cruz Water Street
$4794
Pet friendly vacation homes in Santa Cruz
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Blacks Beach Retreat,Wi-Fi, near Harbor & Steps to Twin Lakes Beach!
$573
6 Guests · 2 Beds · 3 Baths
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Large Santa Cruz Beach House ! Steps to the beach!
$1475
18 Guests · 6 Beds · 4 Baths
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Charming & Private Santa Cruz Cottage 3 Blocks from the Beach
$371
5 Guests · 2 Beds · 2 Baths
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Santa Cruz Beach House - Steps to Beach, Wharf, Boardwalk, Cowells, Lighthouse
$462
6 Guests · 2 Beds · 1 Bath
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Safe from Crowds, Designer Home, Steps 2 Beach, Hot tub, near Harbor, Pets okay
$84
6 Guests · 2 Beds · 1 Bath
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Delightfully Remodeled Beach Cottage with Ocean Views
$790
8 Guests · 2 Beds · 3 Baths
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The Green House -Unique Handcrafted Home - 1.5 blocks to awesome beach
$250
8 Guests · 3 Beds · 3 Baths
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Santa Cruz Yacht Harbor BEACH Cottage located 2 blocks from TWIN LAKES BEACH
$201
2 Guests · 1 Bed · 1 Bath
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Cozy And Private Beach Bungalow, Hot Tub, Dog ok, 3 Short Blocks To Beach.
$402
4 Guests · 1 Bed · 1 Bath
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Charming, dog-friendly home w/ guest cottage, wharf views & private hot tub
$93
8 Guests · 4 Beds · 3 Baths
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Historic 1887 Carriage House Located On Landmark Property: Shelter in Paradise!
$199
3 Guests · 1 Bed · 1 Bath
Where is Santa Cruz
Whether you are a surfer, a shopper, an outdoor enthusiast or a family looking for a sunny getaway, Santa Cruz, California, located on the northern side of Monterey Bay, offers something for everyone. If you're short on time, focus on a few areas of town for a fantastic trip.
Quick Guide to Santa Cruz
For an enjoyable Santa Cruz vacation, check out these must-see destinations.
- The Boardwalk: Families looking for a day (or two) of fun always find something to do at The Boardwalk. Just steps from downtown on Santa Cruz Beach, this iconic attraction features an amusement park, an arcade, miniature golf, and delicious carnival-style treats.
- Downtown Santa Cruz: The charming downtown area in Santa Cruz serves up scrumptious restaurant fare and lots of local shops, galleries, museums, and music venues. Creative types enjoy a trip to the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History.
- Seabright Beach: This long strip of beach extends between the boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Harbor. The area on and around the beach offers a lively nighttime scene, from beach bonfires to crowded bars and breweries.
Home-types in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has a variety of property types for you to consider when booking a trip. Here are the most popular property types in Santa Cruz:
Points of interests in Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz has several popular points of interest for you to check out when visiting the area. Here are the most popular points of interest in Santa Cruz:
- Mission Santa Cruz: 1,561 vacation rentals
- Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park: 621 vacation rentals
- Seabright State Beach: 619 vacation rentals
- Cowell Beach: 619 vacation rentals
- Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History: 592 vacation rentals
- Santa Cruz Harbor: 592 vacation rentals
- Giant Dipper: 592 vacation rentals
- Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History: 592 vacation rentals
- Wilder Ranch: 592 vacation rentals
- UC Santa Cruz Arboretum: 592 vacation rentals
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