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1. GREAT OCEAN VIEWS THANKSGIVNG SPECIAL LAST MINUTE DEAL BOOK NOW BEAUTIFUL HOME!
GREAT OCEAN VIEWS THANKSGIVNG SPECIAL LAST MINUTE DEAL BOOK NOW BEAUTIFUL HOME!Watsonville
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (192 reviews)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(192 reviews)
"Fantastic home with gorgeous views! We were very comfortable and the host was amazing."
"Fantastic home with gorgeous views! We were very comfortable and the host was amazing."Janelle W.




2. 1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!
1950's Beachfront Home - Stunning Views!Rio del Mar
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
"great location, right on the beach. coffee shop and good restaurant close by. three bedrooms, each sleeping 2 people. nice patio with plenty of seating. good sized kitchen with plenty of appliances."
"great location, right on the beach. coffee shop and good restaurant close by. three bedrooms, each sleeping 2 people. nice patio with plenty of seating. good sized kitchen with plenty of appliances."Carol




3. Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!
Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (288 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(288 reviews)
"View was amazing, property was amazing! We had a great time!"
"View was amazing, property was amazing! We had a great time!"Charlie & Tiffany H.
The price is AED 1,469
AED 1,469
AED 2,828 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec




4. Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (106 reviews)
9.8/10
Exceptional
(106 reviews)
"It was fun being on the beach!"
"It was fun being on the beach!"D’Ann S.




5. COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACH
COLORFUL HISTORIC VENETIAN COURT #8 ON CAPITOLA BEACHCapitola
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (118 reviews)
9.2/10
Wonderful
(118 reviews)
"Great location to the beach, shops and restaurants!"
"Great location to the beach, shops and restaurants!"Katie M.




6. La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean Access
La Selva Beach Townhome with Direct Beach & Ocean AccessLa Selva Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (92 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(92 reviews)
"Beautiful property and the private beach is worth the price :)"
"Beautiful property and the private beach is worth the price :)"Michelle T.




7. Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & Dryer
Beachside Aptos -- Quick Walk to Beach, Pet Friendly, WIFI, Washer & DryerRio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (255 reviews)
10/10
Exceptional
(255 reviews)
"The host was very gracious and helpful. The property is in a wonderful location near the beach and a state park, and has everything one might need to enjoy one's stay. I will eagerly return next time I am in the area."
"The host was very gracious and helpful. The property is in a wonderful location near the beach and a state park, and has everything one might need to enjoy one's stay. I will eagerly return next time I am in the area."Karen S.




8. Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views!
Santa Cruz Oceanfront Escape with Panoramic Views!Eastside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (185 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(185 reviews)
"A great location and perfect for our family."
"A great location and perfect for our family."Mari F.




9. Capitola Village Home with Parking Spot
Capitola Village Home with Parking SpotCapitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (72 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(72 reviews)
"Nice location to the beach and shop! The house is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay!"
"Nice location to the beach and shop! The house is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable stay!"Terri B.




10. Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Giant Dipper House near the BoardwalkWestside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (30 reviews)
9.6/10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
"Great location!"
"Great location!"Annette P.
The price is AED 393
AED 393
AED 2,121 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Top reviews in Santa Cruz County




Inn at Depot Hill
Inn at Depot HillCapitola
10/10 Excellent
My wife and I stayed here at the recommendation of a friend. The occasion was our 25th wedding anniversary. The inn was delightful. We've stayed in many B&Bs - never have I felt I was somewhere where there was greater attention to detail. It is simply among the best of the best.
My wife and I stayed here at the recommendation of a friend. The occasion was our 25th wedding anniversary. The inn was delightful. We've stayed in many B&Bs - never have I felt I was somewhere where there was greater attention to detail. It is simply among the best of the best.
Allen




Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
Bella Notte, a ZenStay HotelEastside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Communication is great, Everything went smoothly.
Communication is great, Everything went smoothly.
Brenda




Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - CapitolaSanta Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Excellent service and really clean. I would book here again!
Excellent service and really clean. I would book here again!
Anonymous traveler




Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
this staff was very friendly. I stayed here several times all of the rooms have a beach view which is absolutely studying. Very convenient location and easy parking across the street.
this staff was very friendly. I stayed here several times all of the rooms have a beach view which is absolutely studying. Very convenient location and easy parking across the street.
Whitney




Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove InnCapitola
10/10 Excellent
I was looking for a weekend get-away and this location was perfect. It is in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Beautiful views and very peaceful. Holiday House includes a small fridge, microwave, and stove.
I was looking for a weekend get-away and this location was perfect. It is in a quiet neighborhood and within walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Beautiful views and very peaceful. Holiday House includes a small fridge, microwave, and stove.
JaJa




La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
The stay is excellent! Friendly and very helpful manager and staff.
The stay is excellent! Friendly and very helpful manager and staff.
Gabriel




Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & SuitesSanta Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Everything was great and the room had features that I can really appreciate. For instance, a sink in the bathroom and outside the bathroom door. Even something as thoughtful as having a card dropbox by the door next to the parking The only downside was the mattress. Both nights I woke up with my lower back and hips aching. I know it was the mattress because I could get up and walk around and it didn’t bother me, but when I laid down again, the ache returned. I ended up sleeping on the sofa in...
Everything was great and the room had features that I can really appreciate. For instance, a sink in the bathroom and outside the bathroom door. Even something as thoughtful as having a card dropbox by the door next to the parking The only downside was the mattress. Both nights I woke up with my lower back and hips aching. I know it was the mattress because I could get up and walk around and it didn’t bother me, but when I laid down again, the ache returned. I ended up sleeping on the sofa in...
Richard




West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn
West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters InnWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Perfect place to stay! Room #1 on ground floor with perfect view of front porch and ocean! Cookies, coffee cake, wine and cheese in the afternoon and a beautiful breakfast spread each morning!! This bed and breakfast is wonderful!! Flew in from San Jose airport and 30 minute drive around beautiful mountains and pines. Take the Beach train to Roaring Camp. Drive to Walton light house on a few minutes away. Wonderful boardwalk and wharf!!
Perfect place to stay! Room #1 on ground floor with perfect view of front porch and ocean! Cookies, coffee cake, wine and cheese in the afternoon and a beautiful breakfast spread each morning!! This bed and breakfast is wonderful!! Flew in from San Jose airport and 30 minute drive around beautiful mountains and pines. Take the Beach train to Roaring Camp. Drive to Walton light house on a few minutes away. Wonderful boardwalk and wharf!!
Karla




Capitola Hotel
Capitola HotelCapitola
10/10 Excellent
The room was cute. The bed was super comfortable which was a pleasant surprise. The staff were great, extremely helpful and very nice. The provide free coffee and a small breakfast in the lobby every morning. Half a block from the beach. Very nice! Would definitely stay here again.
The room was cute. The bed was super comfortable which was a pleasant surprise. The staff were great, extremely helpful and very nice. The provide free coffee and a small breakfast in the lobby every morning. Half a block from the beach. Very nice! Would definitely stay here again.
Katie




La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose SouthMorgan Hill
10/10 Excellent
The most pet-friendly hotel. Very clean. No crazy fees. Will be back at least 3-4 times this next year!
The most pet-friendly hotel. Very clean. No crazy fees. Will be back at least 3-4 times this next year!
Alma




Fern River Resort
Fern River ResortFelton
10/10 Excellent
The cabin was wonderful. Wish I had known more about it first . Next time I will bring coffee and food. The town didn't have many places to eat, etc. But we were so close to Santa Cruz that it didn't matter. It's a great place for young families. There is no air condition in cabin but the nights were cool and we were comfortable.
The cabin was wonderful. Wish I had known more about it first . Next time I will bring coffee and food. The town didn't have many places to eat, etc. But we were so close to Santa Cruz that it didn't matter. It's a great place for young families. There is no air condition in cabin but the nights were cool and we were comfortable.
Gail




Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
The room and amenities were beautiful and clean! My one complaint was that it is so very noisy. We were woken up by staff and guests each day starting between 630-730. We stayed 4 nights and this was everyday. We were also on the 1st floor next to the staff only rooms, which was probably the reason for that.
The room and amenities were beautiful and clean! My one complaint was that it is so very noisy. We were woken up by staff and guests each day starting between 630-730. We stayed 4 nights and this was everyday. We were also on the 1st floor next to the staff only rooms, which was probably the reason for that.
Samantha




Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CAWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Pool was warm and breakfast was great. Beautiful walk to the beach and nice evening fire.
Pool was warm and breakfast was great. Beautiful walk to the beach and nice evening fire.
Mindy




Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CAWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Excellent location - very central. Quiet, clean rooms. Tasty and varied breakfast until 10 AM each morning. Kind and accomodating front desk personnel. Purified water station on the first floor. Coffee and hot water for tea available all day and night. We always stay at this Hampton Inn.
Excellent location - very central. Quiet, clean rooms. Tasty and varied breakfast until 10 AM each morning. Kind and accomodating front desk personnel. Purified water station on the first floor. Coffee and hot water for tea available all day and night. We always stay at this Hampton Inn.
Stella




Seascape Beach Resort
Seascape Beach ResortRio del Mar
10/10 Excellent
Absolutly LOVE this place...we go as often as we can afford...staff is always super nice..
Absolutly LOVE this place...we go as often as we can afford...staff is always super nice..
Teresa




Mission Inn
Mission InnWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
Great stay! The staff are wonderful - accommodating and professional.
Great stay! The staff are wonderful - accommodating and professional.
Rachel




Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol HotelWestside Santa Cruz
10/10 Excellent
A great location and very nice view of the beach
A great location and very nice view of the beach
Gerardo




Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Hampton Inn & Suites WatsonvilleWatsonville
10/10 Excellent
Super clean and great customer service and complimentary food/beverage options.
Super clean and great customer service and complimentary food/beverage options.
William
