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Our top choices for Santa Cruz holiday rentals

A stone pathway leading to a rustic stone building with a garden and trees.

1. Budiño de Serraseca

Budiño de Serraseca
3.0 star property
Oia
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (28 reviews)
"Very welcoming, fresh delicious breakfast. The setting was one of the highlights of our trip so far. "
Canada
Lisa
The price is £71
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Budiño de Serraseca
A bedroom with a stone wall, a bed with white linens, a wooden nightstand, a red chair, and a small table.

2. Portas de Caminha II with Mountain View, Minho River, Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi

Portas de Caminha II with Mountain View, Minho River, Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi
Caminha
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1 review)
The price is £70
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Portas de Caminha II with Mountain View, Minho River, Shared Terrace and Wi-Fi
A modern outdoor pool area with a stone wall, wooden deck, and lounge chairs.

3. Abraços dos Avós - Casas de Aldeia

Abraços dos Avós - Casas de Aldeia
4.0 star property
Viana do Castelo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"The host greeted us at the gate with keys and a quick tour of the lovely property. This house is the best location in which we have ever stayed: Attention to detail is evident everywhere from the bed and bath linens to the kitchenware to the overall design of the unit’s layout. Very clean and brightly lit, yet with excellent privacy. The neighborhood is quiet and quite suitable for a stroll to view others' gardens. Guest comfort is paramount though and through."
United States
Mark
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Abraços dos Avós - Casas de Aldeia
A row of small, single-story cabins with red roofs, surrounded by a well-maintained garden and tall trees.

4. Parque de Campismo Orbitur Caminha

Parque de Campismo Orbitur Caminha
2.0 star property
Caminha
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (44 reviews)
"Great one night stay as we walked the Camino. Restaurant was fantastic, great food at reasonable prices with very friendly staff."
United States
Susan
The price is £51
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Parque de Campismo Orbitur Caminha
A dining area with a table set for four, a fireplace, a sofa with cushions, and a view through a glass door.

5. Apartment 'Retro Beach House Moledo' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Apartment 'Retro Beach House Moledo' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning
Moledo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Cons: Es un tercero sin ascensor"
Spain
Anonymous traveller
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Apartment 'Retro Beach House Moledo' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning
A modern kitchen with a granite countertop, a built-in refrigerator, a coffee maker, a toaster, and a basket with red bottles.

6. Apartment 'Moledo With Private Pool A' with Sea View, Private Pool and Wi-Fi

Apartment 'Moledo With Private Pool A' with Sea View, Private Pool and Wi-Fi
Moledo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Pros: Die Nähe zum Meer und die schönen Räume des Hauses Cons: Für uns war alles okay!"
Germany
Anonymous traveller
The price is £452
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Apartment 'Moledo With Private Pool A' with Sea View, Private Pool and Wi-Fi
A modern kitchen with a stone wall, a TV, bar stools, and a washing machine.

7. Studio Apartment 'Estúdio Azul' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi

Studio Apartment 'Estúdio Azul' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
Moledo
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Cons: Todo bien."
Spain
Anonymous traveller
The price is £130
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Studio Apartment 'Estúdio Azul' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
A modern poolside area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the landscape.

8. Holiday Home 'Casa Da Quinta Dos Moinhos' with Sea View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Holiday Home 'Casa Da Quinta Dos Moinhos' with Sea View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning
Seixas
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Pros: De tudo. O local, a casa, o equipamento, tudo Cons: Não tenho qualquer reparo ou sugestão de melhoria a fazer. Tudo impecável."
Portugal
Anonymous traveller
The price is £542
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Holiday Home 'Casa Da Quinta Dos Moinhos' with Sea View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning
A patio with outdoor furniture, a table, and an umbrella.

9. Holiday Home 'Casa Azul' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi

Holiday Home 'Casa Azul' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
Moledo
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Cons: Tener que configurar la tele con mi cuenta de correo personal"
Spain
Anonymous traveller
The price is £154
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Holiday Home 'Casa Azul' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
A stone building with wooden raised garden beds and a grassy area.

10. Studio 'With Terrace' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning

Studio 'With Terrace' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning
Arga de Baixo
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Pros: We hadden een mooie ruime studio van alle gemakken voorzien en brandschoon. Ook alles rondom de accommodatie wordt dagelijks bijgehouden en ziet er verzorgd uit. Monica is een geweldige host waardoor we ons direct thuisvoelden. We konden alles aan haar vragen, schone handdoeken, nieuw bedlinnen, tips voor restaurants, etc. en reageerde vrijwel direct. Ieder ochtend maakte ze samen met haar goedlachse collega (waar de naam me even is ontschoten helaas) een een heerlijk ontbijtbuffet...
Netherlands
Anonymous traveller
The price is £80
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Studio 'With Terrace' with Mountain View, Wi-Fi and Air Conditioning
A neatly made bed with a tufted headboard, bedside tables with lamps, and a window with blinds.

11. Market VPA Apartment

Market VPA Apartment
Vila Praia de Âncora
The price is £89
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Market VPA Apartment
A wooden rocking chair with a cushion, a wooden table, and a view of a bedroom with a bed and a chandelier.

12. Suite a Toca dos Lobos - Cabana ecológica

Suite a Toca dos Lobos - Cabana ecológica
Dem
The price is £110
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Suite a Toca dos Lobos - Cabana ecológica
A view from inside a building looking out onto a road with houses, greenery, and a body of water in the distance.

13. Bedroom between Trega and Minho A Guarda

Bedroom between Trega and Minho A Guarda
A Guarda
The price is £77
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Bedroom between Trega and Minho A Guarda
A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

14. Welcoming holiday home "Casa Da Vovó São" with Wi-Fi and air conditioning

Welcoming holiday home "Casa Da Vovó São" with Wi-Fi and air conditioning
Vila Nova de Cerveira
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Peaceful and quiet location. Beautiful well designed, spacious house. "
United States
Nicola T.
The price is £431
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Welcoming holiday home "Casa Da Vovó São" with Wi-Fi and air conditioning
A modern living room with a grey sofa, a coffee table, and an easel with a painting.

15. Casa do Castanhal: Mountain View, Private Terrace & Wi-Fi in Seixas

Casa do Castanhal: Mountain View, Private Terrace & Wi-Fi in Seixas
Venade
The price is £839
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Casa do Castanhal: Mountain View, Private Terrace & Wi-Fi in Seixas
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a vase of dried plants, with a TV mounted on the wall and a view of the beach through the open door.

16. Apartment 'Casa Vasconcelos' with Sea View, Private Terrace and Wi-Fi

Apartment 'Casa Vasconcelos' with Sea View, Private Terrace and Wi-Fi
Afife
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Pros: Anfitrião muito simpática (o)."
Portugal
Anonymous traveller
The price is £202
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov
Apartment 'Casa Vasconcelos' with Sea View, Private Terrace and Wi-Fi
A kitchen with a granite countertop, a kettle, a toaster, and a shelf with kitchen items.

17. Holiday Home 'Mino Lodge' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi

Holiday Home 'Mino Lodge' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
As Eiras
The price is £232
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Home 'Mino Lodge' with Mountain View, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
A room with two beds, a wooden dresser, a radiator, and a window with blinds.

18. Casa 'Aceñas' with Mountain Views, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi

Casa 'Aceñas' with Mountain Views, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
O Rosal
The price is £171
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Casa 'Aceñas' with Mountain Views, Shared Pool and Wi-Fi
A bedroom with a bed, two nightstands, a wooden door, and a window.

19. Casa Puntal with Mountain Views, Shared Pool, and Wi-Fi

Casa Puntal with Mountain Views, Shared Pool, and Wi-Fi
O Rosal
The price is £286
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Casa Puntal with Mountain Views, Shared Pool, and Wi-Fi
A stone patio with a bench and table, surrounded by greenery and a view of distant hills.

20. Rural Complex 'Shakti Rio Mino' with Lake Views, Private Pool and Wi-Fi

Rural Complex 'Shakti Rio Mino' with Lake Views, Private Pool and Wi-Fi
Eiras
The price is £1,128
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Rural Complex 'Shakti Rio Mino' with Lake Views, Private Pool and Wi-Fi
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Top Santa Cruz Hotel Reviews

Hotel Flôr de Sal by The Editory

Hotel Flôr de Sal by The Editory

8/10 Good
"Breakfast was well presented and delicious- many choices. Room was very clean. Some of the carpeting in the public areas, such as main stairs, was worn. Jacuzzi was closed for repair. View towards the ocean was fabulous."
Krista 2-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Hotel Flôr de Sal by The Editory

Find out more about Santa Cruz

Everything you need to know about Santa Cruz holiday rentals

Whether you’re excited for the perfect family holiday, a romantic getaway for two, or the ultimate city break, we’ve got the Santa Cruz holiday rental for you. At Expedia, you can take your pick from private holiday homes, apartments, cottages, apart-hotels, cabins, villas... The list goes on, and on… and on!

There’s just as wide a choice of amenities, too. Maybe you’re dreaming of your own pool, long evenings in a hot tub, or watching the kids laugh through the day at a waterpark. Maybe you just want a quiet retreat in a pet-friendly apartment. Well, we can help you find it. Hunt out the perfect Santa Cruz holiday rental for you by simply entering your desired dates. Then check your favorite filters to narrow down your search. 

Santa Cruz holiday rentals: An excellent choice for every season

Whenever you want to travel, a warm welcome awaits you in Santa Cruz. If you’re looking for a little peace, consider booking during the quieter months, such as  . For more hustle and bustle, you may prefer to visit in . 

Prices vary throughout the year and depends on the property type. Your chosen location and amenities will impact the cost of your trip, too. A Santa Cruz holiday rental often works out to be a fantastic, cost-effective option for groups and families visiting for a few nights or longer. And if a hotel room is just too small, get a holiday rental with multiple bedrooms and shared living spaces to kick back in.  The selection of Santa Cruz holiday rentals we have selected for you start as low as £51 per night. Entering your travel dates in the search wizard you might find even better deals!

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At Expedia, we put the best Santa Cruz holiday rentals in one place. All you need to do is take your pick. And as we offer book now, pay later options, as well as free cancellation on some properties, you can plan your trip with total peace of mind. You’ll always find a great deal with Expedia. 

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Santa Cruz, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Sustainable rebuilt windmill from 19th century in Ponte de Lima, North Portugal.: This holiday home rental outside of Santa Cruz is located on a river, and has a fireplace, a patio and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. Kitchen amenities include a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop. It offers a garden, a selection of games and 1 hot tub so that you can immerse yourself in your holiday.

What’s there to see and do in Santa Cruz?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Gil Eannes, or get outside and enjoy nature at Moledo do Minho Beach. In the wider area, you’ll find Castro de Santa Tegra and Vila Praia de Ancora Beach.

What’s a holiday rental in Santa Cruz like?

Holiday rentals are private properties where you can stay for a few weeks, or just a few days, in Santa Cruz. Holiday rentals feature extras such as kitchens and laundry facilities so you'll have all the comforts of home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, a holiday rental can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel lifts and busy reception areas while still allowing you to travel. You'll also find more space in a holiday rental than in a standard hotel, which is another reason why a holiday rental is an attractive option for family trips.