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Our top choices for Santa Cruz holiday rentals

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (468 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is HK$655
HK$853 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jan - 27 Jan
Fern River Resort

Redwood Home - view of the river!

Redwood Home - view of the river!
Ben Lomond
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (34 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
david l.
The price is HK$639
HK$2,903 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Redwood Home - view of the river!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (15 reviews)
"Literally the perfect getaway. Will definitely be back. "
United States
Kammie H.
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Such a cute and fun place to stay great central location. Easy drive to Santa Cruz Monterey and other fun spots. Incredibly beautiful area and home. Would stay here again in a heartbeat!"
United States
Robert C.
The price is HK$585
HK$2,828 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"The house was clean, organized, and seemed newly renovated. It’s was comfy and convenient. Definitely staying again in the future!"
United States
Rhonda N.
The price is HK$732
HK$4,406 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Plenty of space to spread out in comfort, beautiful deck and view, easy walk to the beach. This was the perfect spot for a group getaway."
United States
Sarah C.
The price is HK$561
HK$4,054 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Nice place, nice location, we had fun "
United States
David S.
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Nice home. Close to everything we wanted to do. "
United States
Julie P.
The price is HK$616
HK$3,603 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"It was wonderful "
United States
Teri Z.
The price is HK$624
HK$2,596 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"The property was fantastic for a multi-fam vacation. The property was well-stocked, clean, and comfortable. The front door lock was quite tricky and caused some frustration, but otherwise it was a lovely stay"
United States
Sara H.
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
"Great location for travel.Super quiet. And the outdoor patio was fantastic!"
United States
Dana
The price is HK$1,052
HK$1,682 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jan - 30 Jan
Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"Perfect location and having parking is fantastic!"
United States
Dez M.
The price is HK$608
HK$2,664 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"The perfect spot for our week long trip - exactly as listed, clean and quaint! Host was super kind and responsive! "
United States
Abigale P.
The price is HK$1,192
HK$2,283 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan
Sunny Private Bungalow

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Cute little place a very close to everything "
United States
Daniel M.
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Fun property within walking distance to several restaurants. Will be even better when the bridge is reopened to traffic. "
United States
Greg B.
The price is HK$935
HK$3,727 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (5 reviews)
"Beautiful custom home, great location, quiet neighborhood, excellent communication with property manager. We will be back again sometime soon!"
United States
Debbie T.
The price is HK$826
HK$4,796 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"From walking in it was already a cozy feeling coming in. Everything that was shown in the listing was correct and this place made the trip 100% better and overall a great stay "
United States
Adrian R.
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

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, (51 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is HK$1,052
HK$2,269 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12

Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great space for large group of people. Comfortable and walking distance to beach."
United States
Karen F.
The price is HK$771
HK$5,092 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan
Twin Lakes Surf Cabin - Sleeps Up To 12
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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Santa Cruz close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, or you can select a more 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 holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Large Santa Cruz Beach Home. Walk to Ocean. Winter Special. Pets. 10% off. : This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Cruz is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ 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 that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Beautiful View...and a short walk to Boardwalk! and The BEST Location! 4 bedrooms Beach Retreat 1.5 blks to beach Hot tub, Firepit.

How many holiday rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 268 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed 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 Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, whereas Monterey Bay and Main Beach are a couple of great spots to enjoy the outdoors. While here, Ocean Street and Mission Santa Cruz are other places worth a visit.

What’s a holiday rental in Santa Cruz like?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Santa Cruz. Holiday rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs and fire pits so you'll feel just like you're at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental an attractive option for family trips.