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Feb 20 - Feb 22
In two months
Apr 3 - Apr 5
In three months
May 1 - May 3
In four months
May 29 - May 31

Our top choices for Santa Cruz vacation rentals

Deluxe Cottage, 1 Bedroom, Fireplace, Garden Area (Cottage 11B)

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (473 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is CA $126
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Fern River Resort
Outdoor dining

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 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 CA $123
CA $773 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Terrace/patio

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (16 reviews)
"Literally the perfect getaway. Will definitely be back. "
United States
Kammie H.
The price is CA $55
CA $386 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Exterior detail

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, (52 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is CA $185
CA $402 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
TV, video games, DVD player

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (37 reviews)
"Great location. Love the fenced in private patio. Pet friendly!"
United States
Dawn S.
The price is CA $144
CA $531 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!
Beach nearby

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (9 reviews)
"Great little place by the marina. Easy walking to beaches."
United States
Brian
The price is CA $208
CA $566 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Outdoor dining

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance

Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (109 reviews)
"Lovely place :)"
United States
Sabrina G.
The price is CA $169
CA $276 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance
Exterior detail

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot

Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Perfect location and having parking is fantastic!"
United States
Dez M.
The price is CA $104
CA $464 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Property grounds

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 CA $85
CA $469 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Redwood Home - view of the river!
Smart TV

Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community

Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community
Felton
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (9 reviews)
"Stayed at Sean’s cabin for the weekend. Was conveniently located close to Santa Cruz but far enough away so that we felt like we were on 2 different trips. One in the redwoods, one at the beach."
United States
Joe T.
The price is CA $247
CA $491 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Felton Sky Loft in the Forrest Lakes Community
Interior

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.
The price is CA $165
CA $575 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Exterior detail

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 CA $209
CA $391 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Sunny Private Bungalow
TV, fireplace

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Very comfortable and quiet"
United States
River
The price is CA $317
CA $760 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Beach nearby

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"It was wonderful to be downtown Capitola and walk to everything. The rental was very clean and communication was excellent. I would stay there again."
United States
Tanya
The price is CA $206
CA $615 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
Capitola Village Hideaway
Beach nearby

Remodeled Beach House w/Roof Top & Deck Ocean View

Remodeled Beach House w/Roof Top & Deck Ocean View
Seacliff
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (79 reviews)
"We spent most time on decks"
United States
Barbara P.
The price is CA $204
CA $911 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 11 - Feb 12
Remodeled Beach House w/Roof Top & Deck Ocean View
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"The home was immaculate and had great resources in the kitchen. "
United States
Kim N.
The price is CA $237
CA $777 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
2 Bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
TV, fireplace, stereo, offices

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA

The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Nice place, nice location, we had fun "
United States
David S.
The price is CA $170
CA $590 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
The Boardwalk Haven - Santa Cruz, CA
Exterior

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
The price is CA $248
CA $701 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 12 - Feb 13
Coastal Retreat in the Heart of Capitola Village - Steps from the Beach!
TV

1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!

1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. Loved being so close to the beach"
United States
Mari B.
The price is CA $228
CA $830 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 9 - Feb 10
1960's Rio Del Mar Beach House - Stunning Views!
Shower, hair dryer, towels

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!

'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
Ben Lomond
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Stay was great, it was perfect for what we needed. House was such a great costal vibe and the property was beautiful and quiet. "
United States
Nicole B.
The price is CA $103
CA $495 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
'Treehouse' in the Redwoods - sleeps 4!
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was super friendly and the room was ready and very clean!"
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Find out more about Santa Cruz

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 Santa Cruz. 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.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, you can find vacation rentals in Santa Cruz close to Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, or you can select a 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 vacation home rentals in Santa Cruz?

Santa Cruz N At The Beach! Oceanfront w/ Amazing Sunsets!: Visitors like this Santa Cruz vacation home rental. It is located on the beach and has a fireplace, a balcony, and a barbecue grill to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family. You and your friends and family can relax into your vacation with amenities like a selection of games. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Large Santa Cruz Beach Home. Walk to Ocean. Winter special rates. Pet friendly. and Sunny 3+ bedroom Home - 150 Yards to Seabright Beach!.

How many vacation rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 271 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure 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 Pacific Avenue are other places worth a visit.

What’s a vacation rental in Santa Cruz like?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can reserve for several days or longer in Santa Cruz. Vacation rentals offer extras such as hot tubs, fire pits, and patios so your stay will be comfortable. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a vacation rental can provide a sense of seclusion away from shared hotel elevators and bustling concierge desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a standard hotel, which makes a vacation rental a popular choice for small groups.