Top Apartments in Santa Cruz County in 2026

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A building with a white exterior, a front door, a small porch, and a wooden fence.

1. Capitola Sea Breeze Retreat

Capitola

Caitlyn M.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a stove, and a microwave.

2. Capitola Village Retreat with Garage!

Capitola

Renee E.

AED 1,866 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A modern living room with a glass dining table, white chairs, a grey sofa, and a large window with curtains.

3. Beach Getaway in the Heart of Capitola Village!

Capitola

Kyle h.

AED 1,446 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A room with a grey sofa, a glass coffee table with a pink flower, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

4. Capitola Seaside Studio

Capitola

"We had a wonderful stay! The place was spotless, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing getaway. Even with its fantastic location, it was surprisingly quiet at night, making it easy to unwind and get a great night's sleep.One of our favorite parts was enjoying coffee on the porch each morning while watching the surfers. It was fun to see the camaraderie among everyone—from seasoned surfers to kids just starting out. It felt like such a welcoming community and was the perfect...

Patty h.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV mounted on the wall, and a balcony with a view.

5. Capitola Vista #4- Dog Friendly

Capitola

Matt D.

A living room with a ceiling fan, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the outside.

6. Capitola Vista #3- Dog-friendly

Capitola

Lindsay B.

A covered patio area with wicker furniture, a barbecue grill, and a welcome sign.

7. Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola

Mary P.

A bedroom with a bed, a bedside lamp, a window, and a door.

8. Capitola Palms- Charming Apartment in the Heart of Capitola Village

Capitola

Anonymous traveler

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a wardrobe.

9. Capitola Village Bungalow - 2 Blocks from the Sand

Capitola

kathy d.

A spacious living room with large windows, a sofa, a coffee table, and a view of the ocean.

10. Pink Venetian (Upper Unit)

Capitola

josh a.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a heater, a window, and a view of the outside.

11. Brand New Luxury Capitola Village Home!

Capitola

Alix Z.

AED 1,277 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A wooden fence with a door, a wheelbarrow, and potted plants.

12. Savasana Surfer's Retreat

Eastside Santa Cruz

J E R M I.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a lamp. There is a kitchen visible through an open doorway.

13. Pleasure Point Cottage

Eastside Santa Cruz

Lynn F.

A modern kitchen with a large window, a coffee maker, a striped mug, and a decorative metal rack.

14. Pink Venetian (lower unit)

Capitola

Dan Q.

A modern living space with a dining area, sofas, a TV, and a kitchen in the background.

15. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola

Audrey T.

AED 1,502 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A wooden deck with outdoor furniture, including a sofa, chairs, and a fire pit.

16. Sunny boho retreat with deck & stylish hot tub

Santa Cruz

Juana N.

A room with a wooden floor, a ceiling fan, a bar stool, a television, and large arched windows with a view of buildings.

17. Capitola Vista #2- dog friendly

Capitola

Michelle H.

A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wicker chairs, a dining table, and a large sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

18. Seabright Sails steps to Seabright Beach!

Eastside Santa Cruz

Melissa E.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

19. Manresa Surf House 1 bed upstairs unit #4

La Selva Beach

Jessica C.

AED 1,225 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

An outdoor patio area with a fire pit, seating, string lights, and potted plants.

20. 5-Acre Mountain Retreat In Serene Santa Cruz Mountains Rental Permit #231090

Soquel

Brent K.

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Top Santa Cruz County Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"The cost and the package was not very clear. I didn’t know that the parking was additional. Otherwise, the hotel is located in downtown Santa Cruz, lots of options for food, grocery, and shopping. The room was decent, instant hot water, a welcome package, and coffee. I front desk when we had checked in was late, so no wait on checking in. On check out, it was noon, but no one was at front desk… so not much I can provide with that info. Overall, the stay was nothing out of this world. Above average."