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1. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is CA $151
CA $261 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Bella Notte

2. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
Castroville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Beautiful room, beautiful property!We enjoyed our stay."
United States
Dean D.
The price is CA $239
CA $368 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

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, (75 reviews)
"Great place for the price. The bbq/fire pit area,along with the view is 5 stars! Hosts are responsive. Close drive to town, beach …"
United States
Kimberley
The price is CA $239
CA $474 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

4. Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa
Castroville
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Fabulous place to stay. Super clean, excellent facilities and gorgeous view. "
New Zealand
Sonya H.
The price is CA $293
CA $411 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

5. New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub

New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub
Salinas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Welcoming just was great place was clean and modern "
United States
Michael W.
The price is CA $242
CA $452 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub

6. Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (279 reviews)
"Host, Beautiful views "
United States
Jordan R.
The price is CA $492
CA $993 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

7. Garfield West

Garfield West
West Salinas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (41 reviews)
"Nice cozy house for a family of 5 or 6."
United States
Samia
The price is CA $196
CA $300 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Garfield West

8. Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5

Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5
La Selva Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! "
United States
sarah h.
The price is CA $340
CA $434 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5

9. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (11 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is CA $169
CA $590 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

10. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (268 reviews)
"Great host and location."
United States
Travis
The price is CA $280
CA $538 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

11. 3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great little place near the coolest park! "
United States
Michele D.
The price is CA $259
CA $846 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

12. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Great location "
United States
Tracy R.
The price is CA $143
CA $513 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

13. Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (235 reviews)
"Very comfortable and quiet. We loved our time here. "
United States
corey p.
Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

14. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (52 reviews)
"Fantastic stay."
United States
Travis
The price is CA $294
CA $726 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

15. IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME

IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME
Castroville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Great location, enjoyed our visit to Pinnacles National Park and the many coastal beaches. And the artichokes! "
United States
D & E A.
The price is CA $280
CA $628 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
IDEAL COASTAL VACATION HOME

16. Oceanfront Condo at Pajaro Dunes

Oceanfront Condo at Pajaro Dunes
Watsonville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (14 reviews)
"Beautiful location. Definitely an ocean view!! Wonderful beach. Had everything we needed. Bring your pillow and stay a while!!"
United States
Nicole H.
Oceanfront Condo at Pajaro Dunes

17. Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit
Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Very family friendly and a short walk to the beach"
United States
Rebekah
The price is CA $267
CA $1,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Amazing Beach House w/ Jacuzzi and Fire Pit

18. Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"The unit lived up to the description, pictures, and our expectations. The location to the beach was ideal. Sitting and eating on the deck was pleasant and relaxing. A wonderful place to stay."
United States
Ken P.
The price is CA $668
CA $1,217 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

19. 1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (80 reviews)
"The room was clean. Host was very pleasant. Excellent location"
United States
Alex
The price is CA $373
CA $701 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

20. The Coastal Redwood Cabin - Hot tub, private creek! Dog OK!

The Coastal Redwood Cabin - Hot tub, private creek! Dog OK!
Soquel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The property is located in an entirely tranquil and peaceful setting. I had a great experience and the host was responsive and helpful. The hot tub is perfect for two!"
United States
Kim M.
The price is CA $247
CA $531 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Coastal Redwood Cabin - Hot tub, private creek! Dog OK!
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Find out more about Pajaro

You always said you would go on a dream vacation someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannon ball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our vacation rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment or room. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your vacation just got upgraded.

As much as you love your short-term rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up . Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in . Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Pajaro. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your vacation rental stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true.

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your vacation rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Pajaro?

Yes, there are vacation rentals near the most popular points of interest in Pajaro, or you can go with a secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals in Pajaro?

COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH: You might want to consider this vacation rental near Pajaro, which is located on the beach and has a balcony, a barbecue grill, and cable TV to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 3 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. Make the most of the books in this rental home to help you unwind.

What’s there to see and do in Pajaro?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or get outside and enjoy nature at Monterey Bay. In the larger area, you’ll find Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Sunset State Beach.

What are vacation rentals like in Pajaro?

A vacation rental is a private property you can stay in for short or long periods in Pajaro. Vacation rentals feature extras such as laundry facilities and kitchens so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, a vacation rental can offer a sense of seclusion away from public hotel elevators and busy lobbies while still allowing you to travel. You'll also get more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is a great option for family trips.