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A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

1. Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (523 reviews)
"Unbelievably beautiful property among the redwoods, adorable red cottage next to a creek! I can't wait to go back. I've told all my friends about this place, and if I was not such an oldie (over 50), I would definitely do an Instagram about it! Charming, quiet and lovely place to stay."
United States
CarriLin
The price is HK$747
HK$957 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct
Fern River Resort
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

2. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is HK$794
HK$1,400 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, a covered seating area, and a potted plant.

3. 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, (86 reviews)
"We loved the location, the kitchen and most of all the view and fire pit!! Celebrated our 30th anniversary. Joe was very friendly, accommodating and helpful."
United States
Kimberly
The price is HK$1,334
HK$2,668 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
A wooden deck with a white bathtub, wooden pergola, and a blue wall with a sign.

4. Mays Luxury Farm Stays

Mays Luxury Farm Stays
3.0 star property
Los Gatos
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (33 reviews)
"I'll be back"
United States
Billy
The price is HK$924
HK$1,641 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mays Luxury Farm Stays
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a heater, a window, and a view of the outside.

5. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"Location was great! "
United States
Alix Z.
The price is HK$722
HK$2,806 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, string lights, and potted plants.

6. 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090
Soquel
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (107 reviews)
"Clean, quiet spacious apartment with a nice patio. Friendly and responsive owners. Would stay here again, no questions. "
United States
Brent K.
The price is HK$1,561
HK$3,012 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090
A compact room with a desk, printer, and cabinets.

7. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is HK$942
HK$3,325 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
A small, clean room with two beds, a nightstand, and a window.

8. 1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!

1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (7 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Jen W.
The price is HK$761
HK$3,614 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
1950's Surf Shack - 6 min walk to beach!
Dining area

9. Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is HK$1,177
HK$3,561 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Capitola Village Hideaway
A paved pathway leading to a rustic cabin surrounded by tall trees.

10. Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Nice quiet get-away location. Close to shopping, restaurants and beaches."
United States
Darrell Robert P.
The price is HK$1,702
HK$2,183 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
A wooden deck with a sign for O'Neal vacation rentals, a barbecue grill, and a white building in the background.

11. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
The price is HK$1,099
HK$4,160 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
A stone fireplace with a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

12. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (275 reviews)
"Great host and location."
United States
Travis
The price is HK$1,561
HK$3,003 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a granite countertop, a stove, a microwave, and pendant lighting.

13. Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!

Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"The property was perfect and we truly enjoyed our stay. It was well stocked, clean and an easy walk to the beach, shopping and restaurants. One of our favorites!"
United States
Coletta H.
The price is HK$887
HK$2,849 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Cozy Capitola Village Home - Steps from the Beach!
A wooden gate, a potted plant with flowers, and a concrete floor.

14. Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Owner was excellent with communication. My son and I stayed there for the weekend and was impressed that n how close it was to everything. Great place that we will stay at again!"
United States
Tenisha W.
The price is HK$1,200
HK$2,244 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sunny Private Bungalow
A residential area with houses featuring balconies, some with plants, and a mix of architectural styles.

15. Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!

Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"We had an absolutely amazing time staying here. Lovely accommodations, fireplace, deck, clean, modern, great location, easy to follow instructions, private, quiet, reasonably priced, list goes on. Thank you for such a great stay."
United States
Julie L.
The price is HK$1,608
HK$4,183 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
A modern interior with a wooden staircase, a round mirror, and a dark console table.

16. Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great property, plenty of room the family and well kept."
United States
George G.
The price is HK$1,428
HK$5,894 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
A kitchen with a wooden table and chairs, white cabinets, and a stove.

17. Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand

Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand
Capitola
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (20 reviews)
"Parking was on the street but right outside our unit, very safe! Unit was very accommodating, communication with the host was great! Condo was darling with huge cumfy beds! Location was perfect, we didn't get back in the car until it was time to leave! We dinned at The Paradise Grill, Margaritaville and Shadowbrook, all highly recommended!"
United States
stacie l.
The price is HK$800
HK$3,018 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand
A rooftop terrace with a view of the sea, furnished with sofas, a coffee table, and umbrellas.

18. Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck

Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"It was perfect"
United States
Holly H.
Oceanview Retreat With Rooftop Deck
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a double sink, and pendant lighting.

19. Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious, perfect for spending lots of time by the beach"
United States
Jacob M.
The price is HK$1,365
HK$5,384 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace.

20. Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach

Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"We stayed in these units on multiple occasions and love it every time. Great location!"
United States
Rachel G.
The price is HK$1,663
HK$5,676 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Capitola Village Condo - 1 min walk to beach
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Top Santa Cruz County Hotel Reviews

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good
"We really enjoyed out time at this hotel. We had a room with a great balcony and view of the beach and the ocean. Very relaxing and enjoyable time. If I had a couple minor complaints, it would be: 1.) the Wifi is terrible. I had to use my phone instead. Fortunately I have unlimited data on my phone, but if that were not true it might have been an issue, 2.) the coffee in the lobby is not good. Coffee pods in the rooms are better, but they don't give you enough, and (like many hotels) they don't give you enough water bottles. We had to bring our own. Otherwise, great stay. We will likely be back!"
Brian 2-night trip
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Casablanca On The Beach