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Vacation Rentals in Rio del Mar

Aptos Sea Haven - Beach Getaway
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (103)
"Such a cute place and conveniently a few blocks from the beach. Took a short trip and wished it were longer but we will definitely be back! Aptos has our hearts always! My daughter loved the loft as she could see the stars at night out of her window, my son loved his morning walks/run around the beach… and mom and dad loved just being away from work!"
Aptos Sea Haven - Beach Getaway
White Water View! Seascape Beach Resort, Miles of White Sand Beach! 2bd 2.5bth
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (33)
"We came to celebrate my boy’s 6th birthday. Everything was absolutely fabulous. The only reason for the 4 stars is the hike to the ocean was tough! That could have been advertised a bit more clear, especially when you are traveling with kids and trying to carry items it was extremely difficult. Otherwise great condo."
The price is CA $444
CA $903 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
White Water View! Seascape Beach Resort, Miles of White Sand Beach! 2bd 2.5bth
Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (65)
"We had 8 people and the 2.5 bathrooms was key to everyone being comfortable. We made good use of the kitchen + the washing machine and dryer. Bathrooms are good sized. Both rooms with balconies have a beautiful view. Location is KEY! Excellent stay!"
The price is CA $1,468
CA $2,615 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
Seascape Resort 2B Luxury Oceanview Villa, Steps From The Beach, Great Amenities
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (213)
"We were very impressed with how clean everything was! We loved the location right above the pool and the short walk to the beach. When I messaged the host with a quick questions, she answered within minutes. We hope to stay again soon!"
Seascape Resort 2B Luxury Oceanview Villa, Steps From The Beach, Great Amenities
Seascape Garden Studio Minutes From Ocean Or Redwoods
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (202)
"We were in Santa Cruz for our grandson's graduation. This was a lovely place to enjoy after hectic celebrations. I wish we had more time there."
Seascape Garden Studio Minutes From Ocean Or Redwoods
Beachfront Rio Del Mar Home - 5 bedrooms!
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2)
"Location was great! Beds were comfortable !"
The price is CA $1,128
CA $2,510 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Beachfront Rio Del Mar Home - 5 bedrooms!
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"Fantastic accommodation, all the essentials provided. Beautiful surroundings, great views."
The price is CA $354
CA $602 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz
Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (374)
"If you are a person who loves 5-star luxury hotels with modern amenities, this ain’t it. However, if you love being surrounded by nature and a clean and functional living space for sleeping and eating between your nature fun, this is THE place. We only stayed a night while passing through the area in this cozy old school cabin with a river in the backyard. We picked up some grocery provisions and had a great time! In this crazy and chaotic world, it was a rare chance to breathe deeply and...
The price is CA $234
CA $281 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 9 - Jul 10
Fern River Resort
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
7.8 out of 10, Good, (14)
"Very nice interior. Room was great with definite upgrades, still some work to be done, but overall very pleased with the room, pool, hot tub, and service."
The price is CA $185
CA $238 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 26 - Jun 27
2 Room Suite - Indoor Pool and Spa - Walk to the Boardwalk - No Cleaning Fee!
Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Listed July 2022
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (53)
"We stayed for nearly a week in June, 2024. The outside of the buildings is weather worn, but we can see it is being worked on. The area where all the condo doors are reminds us of a tree house. Beautiful trees and plants and birdsong. There was ample parking right below our condo. Wheel barrows available for our luggage and supplies. Easy ramp for walking and then one flight of stairs. Easy access door to beach with stairs. After the stairs to beach, access is sand and narrow with a drop down to...
Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Listed July 2022
Aptos Ocean / Bayview Cottage near beaches. Pets & parking. Walkable to beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (8)
"The cottage was just perfect for our weekend stay. It was spotless inside & the bed was very comfy. Grocery store was close by too. We enjoyed choosing a movie from the huge CD library. Might be a little old school now, but we loved it! Joe responded quickly to messages sent. Cant wait to stay again."
The price is CA $253
CA $509 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 6 - Jul 7
Aptos Ocean / Bayview Cottage near beaches. Pets & parking. Walkable to beach
Sweet Spot in the Santa Cruz Redwoods 10 minutes from the Ocean
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (21)
"Cute cabin. Small but with everything you need."
Sweet Spot in the Santa Cruz Redwoods 10 minutes from the Ocean
Capitola Beach Haven
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5)
"Great! Enjoyed the privacy of the two separate units. It just wasn’t clear to me before check in that it also included the unit without the adress on it."
Capitola Beach Haven
GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE - BEAUTIFUL BEACH HOME!
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138)
"Property is as listed. Great viewing of sea otters and sea loins from the deck. Easy walk to the beach. Al is very easy to communicate with."
GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE - BEAUTIFUL BEACH HOME!
Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (62)
"We had a wonderful stay and it was just what our family needed. Maria was so responsive to any questions or requests we had. We were steps away from the beach. We were able to enjoy so many of the amenities within our place - board games, smores, nature walks, pickleball, seashell collecting and just had a wonderful vacation in this beautiful place. Would definitely recommend this to others!"
Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (212)
"We loved this little cottage for our sister retreat, quaint and cozy just as expected. The accommodations met our expectations as was advertised. Only thing we were left wanting was a cleaner landscape outside to sit and enjoy at night, seemed the yard keeper hadn't made it out in a bit. So grateful to found this place though!"
Hear the ocean from this historic cottage. Almost beachfront.
Top level, premium oceanfront condo with 180° unobstructed ocean view.
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (307)
"We had a wonderful stay. The views are gorgeous, and communication was fantastic. A+++. Great experience, we hope to return! : )"
Top level, premium oceanfront condo with 180° unobstructed ocean view.
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (50)
"It was a very nice room. Hudson was a very sweet dog. The view was decent, better than most hotels. When I was planning my stay, the forecast was normal for Santa Cruz, even the day before I went, the forecast was 67. However the actual high was over 80, which with the western facing windows meant this room was very warm. It would be nice to have an AC unit available for these warm days, but I knew there was no AC before booking."
The price is CA $211
CA $317 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 2 - Jul 3
The Midtown Cabana- w/ Private Entrance and Views
Lovely West Cliff home ideal for your next beach vacation
7.4 out of 10, Good, (72)
"The house is one block from West Cliff Drive. It is a one story house in a neighborhood. There is plenty of parking, a nice kitchen, and room to move around in We enjoyed our stay."
Lovely West Cliff home ideal for your next beach vacation
Capitola Village Condo, Dog Friendly, Free Parking
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Perfect location near beach, shops, and restaurants with covered parking. Easy check in. Everything went smoothly. It’s a little outdated and beds could be more comfortable, but for the price and location, we were very pleased! Would definitely recommend."
The price is CA $279
CA $774 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Capitola Village Condo, Dog Friendly, Free Parking
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Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (472)
"little bit outdated "
The price is CA $430
CA $555 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 30 - Jul 1
Seascape Beach Resort
Rio Sands Hotel
2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"This is my second time here at the hotel. It is a great place if you have children. Our room was spacious and had a small kitchen. The facilities are great and it’s a very convenient location for the beach. Would highly recommend. "
The price is CA $302
CA $345 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 14 - Jul 15
Rio Sands Hotel
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (472)
"Limited services near the hotel"
The price is CA $300
CA $339 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 27 - Jun 28
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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 Rio del Mar. 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 vacation rentals in Rio del Mar?

Yes, we have vacation rentals where you'll be only 7.2 mi (11.6 km) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, giving you a more remote option if you want peace and quiet.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Rio del Mar has to offer?

Aptos Sea Haven - Beach Getaway: This Rio del Mar vacation home rental is located near the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a full-sized fridge, a stovetop, and a microwave. Make the most of the selection of games in this rental home to help you unwind. Another good choice for your trip to Rio del Mar is Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!.

How many vacation rentals will I find in Rio del Mar?

With 71 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Rio del Mar stay.

What’s there to see and do in Rio del Mar?

Monterey Bay and Rio Del Mar Beach are a couple of lovely local spots to get outside and enjoy nature. Seascape Golf Club and Seacliff State Beach are other places to visit while you're in town.

What’s a vacation rental in Rio del Mar like?

Vacation rentals are private properties you can stay in for several days or longer in Rio del Mar. Vacation rentals offer amenities like WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel just like you're at home. If you're concerned about a sanitized environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of security away from public hotel elevators and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a vacation rental than in a traditional hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive option for a family getaway.

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