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Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
Felton
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (498 reviews)
"Cozy, clean cabin surrounded by nature and close to local hiking trails. Great host easy process to book and arrive. "
United States
Seth
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
Fern River Resort

Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"The room was updated from what I saw on yelp but in a very good way. The room was very clean "
United States
Lizette
The price is £201
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Bella Notte

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, (55 reviews)
"It was a really great stay. I highly recommend!"
United States
Soon Son
The price is £238
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Capitola Village Hideaway

Capitola Village Hideaway
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Location was fantastic !! "
United States
Steve B.
The price is £334
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Capitola Village Hideaway

3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!

3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful stay! Very nice place with spectacular beach views. Great communication and had everything we needed to prepare meals. Hope to come back someday!"
United States
Jolene D.
The price is £693
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
3 Bedroom Rio Del Mar Home - Steps to Beach!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (344 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
Tish H.
The price is £1,207
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View
Aptos
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great place with amazing architecture and views. We would stay here again and again!"
United States
Ken S.
The price is £932
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Peaceful Treehouse with Ocean View

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (25 reviews)
"Great house. Great neighborhood "
United States
Sam C.
The price is £436
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!

Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!
Soquel
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (219 reviews)
"Wonderful host, beautiful property that had everything we needed for our stay, good location - we would definitely pick this property again for a future stay!"
United States
Gabby K.
The price is £868
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Spacious Getaway – Hot Tub, Big Yard, Near Beach, pet friendly, Great for All!

Surf House, Walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Surf House, Walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"This was the perfect spot for us! We walked to the boardwalk and walked down to the beach. The dedicated parking garage made it easy to park, and the house was really nice with comfy beds. We made breakfast and ate together every morning — great stay!"
United States
Rachel C.
The price is £338
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Surf House, Walk to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"We enjoyed staying here! The location was great with a short walk to the ocean cliffs or to the Natural Bridges Monarch Trail."
United States
Stephanie F.
Sunny, Modern Cottage w/ Stunning Views, Steps from Beach & Natural Bridges

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!

Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice large well equipped kitchen. The game room was great."
United States
Tami C.
The price is £733
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Gorgeous Pleasure Point Home - Sleeps 10!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Escape to The Vibrant Nook!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Super fun atmosphere - great TV - lovely location!"
United States
Carol A B.
The price is £383
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Escape to The Vibrant Nook!

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

Capitola Nook Along The Creek.
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (201 reviews)
"Close to everything, and still felt isolatedfrom the world. Nice quiet, relaxing stay. "
United States
casey l.
The price is £421
includes taxes & fees
26 Apr - 27 Apr
Capitola Nook Along The Creek.

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor

4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
"Beautifully cozy! Loved the location and the property!"
United States
Karen B.
The price is £518
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
4th house from Twin Lakes Beach and a 2 minute walk to the Crow’ Nest and Harbor

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!
Capitola
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Great place with great location "
United States
matt h.
Capitola Village Home - Free Parking & Sleeps 8!

Luxury beach retreat in Capitola Village

Luxury beach retreat in Capitola Village
Capitola
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (46 reviews)
"Host was very welcoming and helpful! Amenities were clean and beautiful. Have stayed here before and will be coming back ! "
United States
Mara B.
The price is £323
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Luxury beach retreat in Capitola Village

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!
Seacliff
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (6 reviews)
"Beautiful custom home, great location, quiet neighborhood, excellent communication with property manager. We will be back again sometime soon!"
United States
Debbie T.
The price is £564
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Luxury Aptos Home - Ocean Views & Hot Tub!

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!

6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Great location, spacious welcoming house, attentive host. Perfect for a family reunion: grandchildren, grandparents, parents, friends, and the dog. Would come here again."
United States
Richard E.
The price is £965
includes taxes & fees
7 May - 8 May
6+BD Downtown House Walk to Beach Boardwalk!

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches

Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
Scotts Valley
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2 reviews)
"Everything went great, we enjoyed our stay. The redwoods were beautiful! Our check-in and check-out went very smoothly, if only the weather would have been better "
United States
Teresa P.
The price is £120
includes taxes & fees
5 May - 6 May
Private Redwood View Suite Near Santa Cruz Beaches
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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 £150 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. 

To find some top Santa Cruz rental deals, enter your travel dates, and sort your search results by price. You can also filter by budget, so you only see accommodation in your ballpark. Next, add any filters you want—and just like that, you’ve built your dream Santa Cruz holiday.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Santa Cruz?

Yes, there are holiday rentals in Santa Cruz close to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or you can select a more 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 holiday rentals that Santa Cruz has to offer?

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!: This highly rated holiday home rental in Santa Cruz is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games. Some other top choices in Santa Cruz are Midtown Cabana with Scenic Patio Private Entrance and Dazzling Family Beach Retreat: HOT TUB, BIKES, SURF BOARDS, BBQ, BEACH ACCESS.

How many holiday rentals are there in Santa Cruz?

With 270 Expedia holiday rentals, you're guaranteed 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 Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, whereas Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz 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 holiday rental in Santa Cruz like?

Holiday rentals are privately owned properties you can book for a few days, or a quick weekend, in Santa Cruz. Holiday rentals feature extras such as patios, hot tubs and fire pits so you'll feel just like you're at home. If you're concerned about cleanliness, a holiday rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and busy concierge desks while still allowing you the excitement and enjoyment of travel. You'll also have more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental an attractive option for family trips.