Hotel vacation rentals in Santa Cruz County

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Hotel in Capitola

Suite with Ocean View (#129)

Escape the hustle-and-bustle of everyday life with a stay in our two-bedroom Unit 129 guestroom! The accommodation has a queen bed in one bedroom, and another small bedroom with bunk beds. The bunk beds have a double on the bottom and a twin on top. Chill out in the living room area or try a new recipe in the kitchen. This suite’s amenities include a kitchen, refrigerator, gas stove, in-room coffeemaker, free high-speed internet, cable TV, telephones with voicemail, hairdryer, and off-street parking (one space). Smoking is not permitted in this guestroom.

Hotel in Capitola

New place to stay

Italian themed stay with free WiFi and parking

Our Non-View Studio Suite is the perfect retreat. It offers a cozy queen-sized bed for a restful stay. Prepare meals in a kitchenette. A private bathroom offers a shower, complimentary toiletries, fresh towels, and a hairdryer. This guestroom is near the street, so there might be a bit of road noise. Its amenities include a kitchen, refrigerator, in-room coffeemaker, free high-speed internet, cable TV, telephones with voicemail, hairdryer, and off-street parking (one space).

Hotel in Brookdale

4.59 out of 5 average rating, 98 reviews

King Room with Private Bathroom

The Historic Brookdale Lodge in the Santa Cruz Mountains is located just 30 minutes south of San Jose and 20 minutes north of Santa Cruz. Tucked away in the middle of the redwoods this famous property offers cable, free WiFi, refrigerator and work desk in every room. PLEASE NOTE: If you are travelling with your four legged friend, we only accept dogs under 50lbs and if you book this room (as it is not our pet friendly listing) a$50 per pet per day will be charged at check-in.

Hotel in Brookdale

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 18 reviews

Double Bed with Private Bathroom

Hotel in Aptos

New place to stay

Near Rio Del Mar & Seacliff Beaches

Experience the best of Central California with a stay in our 276 sq. Ft. King Room, equipped with one supremely comfortable king-sized bed. Rest assured, you won’t miss the game or the latest episode of your favorite drama. All of our guest-rooms have a flat-screen TV with cable channels and free WiFi. Enjoy the convenience of an in-room microwave, coffeemaker, and refrigerator. A private bathroom is stocked with fresh towels and complimentary toiletries.

Hotel in Santa Cruz

Come for the Sun - Stay for the Fun #2

The Beach House is a 9 Bedroom 9 Bathroom Bed and Breakfast. All bedrooms have private bathrooms. We offer ocean views, garden views and views of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, as well as the Santa Cruz Pier. We host farm to table breakfast and wine tastings on the weekend. There is a large common area and two brick patios with plenty of room for relaxing! Come spend the weekend with us or take some time off during the week to come to the beach :)

Boutique hotel in Capitola

Capitola Hotel, The Grand Cayman Room.

Got the whole family with you? Girls or guys weekend? Then this is the room you are searching for! Grand Cayman is our largest room with two queen beds and a fully stocked kitchenette. This room is located in its own private building with its own private courtyard, just perfect for sipping wine with friends or dining al fresco with the kids! Grand Cayman faces the famous Capitola Esplanade and makes walking to shops and restaurant a breeze.

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Hostel in Santa Cruz

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Santa Cruz Hostel (Private Room w/shared bathroom)

Private Rooms have at least one full size bed and one twin bed in them. Your reservation has exclusive access to this room (it is not shared with other guests). The exact room you are assigned may differ from the room pictured depending on availability. All bed linens and towels are provided, as well as access to hostel community spaces, kitchen, free WiFi, and bathrooms/showers located in the hallways. *beach towels are not provided

Boutique hotel in Santa Cruz

4.53 out of 5 average rating, 15 reviews

Renovated Deluxe Family Cottage by the Beach

Just renovated! Voted as a family favorite for reunions and get-togethers, The Beachcomber Cottage comfortably sleeps up to six adults with one king and two queen beds, and a full sofa-sleeper. Featuring a fully equipped kitchen and a private gas BBQ. Share stories on your private gated deck with outdoor seating for up to six people. This is the perfect cottage to make seaside memories that will last a lifetime with the entire family!

Hotel in Santa Cruz

4.71 out of 5 average rating, 41 reviews

2 Room hotel with a pool/spa

Everything you want to explore Surf City Inn & Suites is a great hotel for you and your family to enjoy. We are within walking distance of the Beach Boardwalk and Downtown. We offer Santa Cruz's only indoor pool & spa. We also offer a putting green and an outdoor Patio. Surf City Inn YAY! For our friends traveling with their pets; the pet fee is $45 per pet per night. The extra person fee is $15.00 per person per night.

Superhost

Hostel in Santa Cruz

Private 4-Bed Room w/Shared Bathroom

4-Bed Private Room w/Shared Bathroom has a twin over full bunk bed and a twin over twin bunk bed. Your reservation has exclusive access to this room (it is not shared with other guests). The exact room you are assigned may differ from the room pictured depending on availability. All bed linens and towels are provided, as well as access to hostel community spaces, kitchen, free WiFi. *must bring own beach towel

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Shared room in Santa Cruz

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 298 reviews

Santa Cruz Hostel (COED Shared Dorm)

We offer accommodations for travelers visiting Santa Cruz with a single bunk bed in a COED SHARED DORM. Bed assignment is first-come, first-served. All bed linens and a towel are provided, as well as access to hostel community lounges, a kitchen, free WiFi, free bag storage, and bathrooms/showers located in the hallways.