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Our top choices for Aptos motels

Fountain
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Garden
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1546)
"Check-in was easy and quick. "
United States
Benjamin
The price is AED 198
AED 233 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 January 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1009)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is AED 181
AED 235 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 January 2026
Surf City Inn and Suites
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1273)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is AED 294
AED 371 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Mission Inn
Signature Room | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1003)
"perfect place to stay if going to the boardwalk"
United States
Maria
The price is AED 234
AED 274 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 January 2026
Torch Lite Inn
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is AED 253
AED 333 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Beachview Inn
Interior
Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (313)
"Clean rooms, pleasant staff, lots of restaurants to choose from in the area."
United States
Kelly
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Loved it will definitely stay here again "
United States
Yazmin Elizabeth
The price is AED 262
AED 349 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Front of property
Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (14)
"Place is older, but room was comfortable, and clean. Good shower pressure. Good for the price."
United States
richard
The price is AED 245
AED 291 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2026
Old Marina Inn
Seasonal outdoor pool
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Easy parking, friendly, helpful person at check-in, close proximity to the downtown. Good value for the price. Have stayed here before and will stay here next time I’m in Santa Cruz"
United States
Patie
The price is AED 246
AED 306 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Standard Single Room | Desk, laptop workspace, free WiFi
Budget inn

Budget inn

Budget inn
2.5 star property
Morgan Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (7)
"Good"
United States
Stan
The price is AED 275
AED 310 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Budget inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, alarm clocks
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (178)
"Great staff and clean room great value for the price."
United States
Scott
The price is AED 257
AED 296 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
National 9 Santa Cruz
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (856)
"Clean room, easy parking, and nice staff."
United States
Kristie
The price is AED 231
AED 270 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 January 2026
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Exterior
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Good area to stay in. "
United States
Lucy
The price is AED 268
AED 299 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 January 2026
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Standard Double Room, 2 Bedrooms, Park View (Kitchenware not included) | Desk, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1003)
"Always a favorite! Good value and so close to all of the fun! "
United States
Cynthia
The price is AED 324
AED 373 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Aqua Breeze Inn
Exterior
Drift Inn

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (66)
"Very courteous staff, excellent check in with ease! Walking distance from the boardwalk, highly recommend! "
United States
Carlo
The price is AED 257
AED 288 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Drift Inn
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is AED 459
AED 530 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, wheelchair access
Gilroy Inn

Gilroy Inn

Gilroy Inn
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.2 out of 10, Good, (897)
"Shops nearby are great but the hotel needs to be deep cleaned "
United States
Nancy
Gilroy Inn
Reception
Capri Motel

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (574)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is AED 184
AED 232 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 January 2026
Capri Motel
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Top Aptos Hotel Reviews

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Very beautiful area. This was our second time here and we came again because we loved the area so much!"
Sarah 1-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Aptos?
Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Aptos. Top sights to visit include Monterey Bay.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the appeal of road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Aptos?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals: Stay within a 20-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Central Aptos is 20.2 mi (32.4 km) away. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from the heart of Aptos. Motel 6 – San Jose, CA - South: Central Aptos is 23.8 mi (38.3 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like climate control. Beach Street Inn and Suites: 6.9 mi (11.1 km) from the heart of Aptos. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.
What things can I to do in Aptos?
Take time out to enjoy the popular beaches in this family-friendly, walkable area while you're sightseeing. People visiting Aptos speak highly of its restaurants. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Monterey Bay, Rio Del Mar Beach, and Seacliff State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. During your trip, here are some other places to visit: Seascape Golf Club, New Brighton State Beach, and The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park.
What's the seasonal weather like in Aptos?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Aptos to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Aptos is 27 inches.
What are my options for getting around Aptos when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Aptos to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 6.8 mi (11 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 26.6 mi (42.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.