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74 Vacation Rentals in Santa Cruz, CA, USA
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.
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Highest rated vacation rentals in Santa Cruz
Hotel
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Expedia
$211
Pet-friendly stays in Santa Cruz
Hotel
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Expedia
$211
Rentals in Santa Cruz with a Pool
Hotel
Best Western Inn
Trip.com
$537
Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an IHG Hotel
Expedia
$170
Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz, an Ihg Hotel
3-Star Hotel · Trip.com
$397
Vacations in Santa Cruz
About 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: 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.
How many rentals are available in Santa Cruz?
There are about 74 short term rentals available in Santa Cruz across several booking partners. The types of rentals available include:
- Hotels
- RVs
- Bed and Breakfasts
- Hostels
- Others
Average price for rentals in Santa Cruz
The average price for vacation rentals in Santa Cruz is $317. You can book a stay here for as low as $59.
Most popular type of vacation rental in Santa Cruz
Hotels are the top rental type in Santa Cruz.
Top neighborhoods
Some of the most popular neighborhoods and places to visit in Santa Cruz include:
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Lovers Point Park
- Santa Cruz Wharf
- Municipal Rose Garden
- Carmel by the sea
Things to do 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.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Lovers Point Park
Santa Cruz Wharf
Municipal Rose Garden
Carmel by the sea
Old Fisherman's Wharf
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