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Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Great location for downtown Santa Cruz with walking accessibility"
United States
Carl
The price is AED 808
AED 1,157 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Sunlit Surf Studio Downtown Walk to Beach!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Harbor home - with a hot tub!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Very nice place. "
United States
Rick H.
The price is AED 1,524
AED 3,602 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Harbor home - with a hot tub!

Charming Coastal Getaway – 5 Min to Boardwalk!

Charming Coastal Getaway – 5 Min to Boardwalk!
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"Great stay. Loved the property"
United States
EDDIE B.
Charming Coastal Getaway – 5 Min to Boardwalk!

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (22 reviews)
"Such a great location. We loved it here. "
United States
Ashley B.
The price is AED 951
AED 2,796 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Giant Dipper House near the Boardwalk

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach
Westside Santa Cruz
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"The downstairs is relaxing with a nice kitchen. My husband hit his head going upstairs because of the low ceiling. The 3 bedrooms upstairs are great for one person. They have to share a bathroom. It is close to restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner."
United States
Wendy
The price is AED 1,833
AED 2,850 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Sunlit Surf House | Downtown | Walk to Beach

Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk

Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (33 reviews)
"Great location for visiting the boardwalk and wharf!"
United States
Tom T.
The price is AED 2,395
AED 5,591 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Oceanfront Beach House overlooking the Boardwalk

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!

Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!
Capitola
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Great location and a cozy house. "
United States
Marshall C.
The price is AED 1,039
AED 2,267 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Capitola Village Beach Cottage Living!

Sunny Private Bungalow

Sunny Private Bungalow
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
David H.
The price is AED 628
AED 1,131 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Sunny Private Bungalow

Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz

Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"We enjoyed the home feel of this property and beautiful garden. Great location too."
United States
Brian C.
Artistic Pelican in Downtown Santa Cruz

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (10 reviews)
"We really enjoyed ourselves!"
United States
Ben K.
The price is AED 1,017
AED 2,872 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
3 Bedroom Home - 6 min walk to BEACH

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Fun property within walking distance to several restaurants. Will be even better when the bridge is reopened to traffic. "
United States
Greg B.
The price is AED 1,282
AED 2,966 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Modern Coastal Escape - walking distance to beach!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Great place, location, neighborhood "
United States
Aaron I.
The price is AED 1,506
AED 3,443 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
3 bedroom home - walk to Twin Lakes & Harbor!

Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk

Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk
Westside Santa Cruz
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Easy, comfy and perfect. "
United States
Yadira T.
The price is AED 3,655
AED 6,214 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Charming 5 BD Victorian House by Beach Boardwalk

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (10 reviews)
"Amazing stay - thank you and we look forward to staying again "
United States
Brandi P.
The price is AED 676
AED 2,629 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Relaxing Getaway Overlooking Schwan Lagoon

Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost
Westside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"We had a wonderful girls trip. "
United States
Nancy W.
The price is AED 2,725
AED 4,452 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Stunning, Beach Home near Santa Cruz Beach & Boardwalk, Walk Downtown! Superhost

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!
Westside Santa Cruz
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (15 reviews)
"Beautifully decorated home with cool vibe. Great location. Perfection!"
United States
Heidi T.
Relaxing West Cliff Escape with Hot Tub!

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We loved our stay and would definitely book again!"
United States
Kim D.
The price is AED 1,818
AED 3,490 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Harbor Haven-Ocean Views, Steps to Beach + Dining

3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Location was just down the street from beach "
United States
Tinker B.
The price is AED 1,062
AED 2,994 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
3 Bedroom Home Near Twin Lakes Beach

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub

Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (162 reviews)
"Great location, nicely updated house, great stay!"
United States
Ben C.
The price is AED 2,325
AED 5,510 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
Oceanview Retreat with Hot Tub
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