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139 Unique places to stay in Santa Cruz, CA

The Corner @ Cowell's Beach - Santa Cruz, CA
9.5Excellent 239 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$451/nighttotal: $902 (2 )

The Corner @ Cowell's Beach

bungalow - Santa Cruz
Bungalow listing for 6 guests with an excellent rating of 95% based on 239 reviews. You will be based in Santa Cruz.
Services and facilities include free parking, a washing machine and a garden. This accommodation also has a Spa!
Beautiful Craftsman 3/2 + Office - Santa Cruz, CA
10Excellent 14 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
4 3
$646/nighttotal: $39406 (61 )

Beautiful Craftsman 3/2 + Office

bungalow - Santa Cruz
This craftsman bungalow is situated in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Pacific Avenue, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and UCSC. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an office, and can accommodate up to 8 guests. It features a king, queen, and full-sized beds in the bedrooms, as well as outdoor dining and living areas with seating for up to 8 people. The year-round garden and deck are perfect for BBQs, and there is also an organic vegetable garden and fruit trees. The bungalow is close to surfing, sailing, hiking, and biking opportunities, and the neighborhood has a strict sound ordinance for a peaceful stay.
Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront. - Santa Cruz, CA
9.2Excellent 209 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$436/nighttotal: $872 (2 )

Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront.

chalet - Twin Lakes
This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom Twin Lakes chalet is located just steps away from some of Santa Cruz's warmest beaches, making it an ideal choice for beachgoers, water sports enthusiasts, and sunset seekers. It has an excellent user rating and can accommodate up to six guests.
The chalet features a cozy layout with a private garden, a Jacuzzi, a spa, and parking. It also includes a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave oven, as well as internet access.
Lighthouse - Santa Cruz, CA
8.4Very good 22 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 4
$1558/nighttotal: $3116 (2 )

Lighthouse

yacht - Twin Lakes
The Lighthouse is a yacht located in a desirable beach neighborhood in Santa Cruz, within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Harbor and Sunny Cove Beach. It has excellent location and cleanliness ratings.
The yacht features a spacious layout with 3000 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a large master suite. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a game closet, and a rooftop spa deck with a hot tub and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy stunning views of Twin Lakes Beach and the Walton Lighthouse, and participate in activities such as hiking, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking sunsets.
Twin Lakes Cottage. - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8Excellent 53 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
1 1
$298/nighttotal: $4172 (14 )

Twin Lakes Cottage.

yacht - Twin Lakes
This yacht is located a block from Schwann Lagoon and a short walk to Twin Lakes Beach and SC Yacht Harbor. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The yacht has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and can accommodate 2 guests. It features a fridge, microwave oven, internet, garden, and a private patio.
Beach Studio! Super Close To Seabright Beach - Santa Cruz, CA
9.4Excellent 338 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 1
$328/nighttotal: $984 (3 )

Beach Studio! Super Close To Seabright Beach

yacht - Santa Cruz
This yacht is located in the Yacht Harbor district of Santa Cruz, just two blocks from the beach and close to restaurants and attractions. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The yacht has a spacious interior with a roomy studio layout and wood floors. It can accommodate up to two guests and features a queen bed, a large kitchen, and a colorful and inviting decor. Guests can enjoy convenient amenities such as a kitchen for self-catering and a comfortable bed for relaxation.
Live/work/play By The Beach! - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$249/nighttotal: $9711 (39 )

Live/work/play By The Beach!

yacht - Santa Cruz
This yacht is ideally situated two blocks from Seabright Beach, within easy walking distance of the Santa Cruz Boardwalk, yacht harbor, and various restaurants, breweries, and cafes. It features a modern interior design, a fully remodeled kitchen and bathroom, and a shared backyard with a wood fire pit and new gas grill.
With a capacity of 2 guests, this yacht offers a unique and appealing accommodation option for travelers visiting Santa Cruz. It provides easy access to the beach, popular attractions, and local amenities, making it an excellent choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Beach Bungalow A Block From Santa Cruz Warf - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
1 3
$366/nighttotal: $5124 (14 )

Beach Bungalow A Block From Santa Cruz Warf

bungalow - Santa Cruz
Enjoy a beach escape at this charming bungalow one block from Santa Cruz Beach. With 1,100 square feet of space and three bedrooms, it comfortably accommodates groups of up to three.
Cozy and inviting, this bungalow features refinished white oak hardwood floors and exposed wooden beams. The updated kitchen includes a compact dishwasher, Jenn-Air 4-burner gas stove/range hood, and a Whirlpool refrigerator. Relax on the private patio or take advantage of the proximity to the Beach Boardwalk, downtown, and cultural landmarks.
Rite Hook Adventures! - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
5 1
$684/nighttotal: $1368 (2 )

Rite Hook Adventures!

boat - Santa Cruz
Boat listing for up to 5 guests. You will stay in Santa Cruz.
Services and facilities include free parking.
Beautiful Santa Cruz Craftsman  3 Bedroom+/2 Bath - Santa Cruz, CA
9.6Excellent 47 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
4 1
$779/nighttotal: $47519 (61 )

Beautiful Santa Cruz Craftsman 3 Bedroom+/2 Bath

bungalow - Santa Cruz
This Santa Cruz craftsman bungalow is set in a quiet neighborhood, a mile from downtown Pacific Avenue, West Cliff Drive, and Cowell's Beach. It has excellent user and location ratings, as well as a very good cleanliness rating.
The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, an office, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious layout that accommodates up to 8 guests. It features beautiful front and back yard gardens with a large deck, Comcast internet wireless cable, HD flat-screen TV, Netflix, and Amazon Prime downloads. It's close to surfing, kayaking, hiking, and biking opportunities, and offers monthly discounts for extended stays.
Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$789/nighttotal: $5523 (7 )

Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow

bungalow - Twin Lakes
The Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow is a charming retreat in Twin Lakes Beach, Santa Cruz. It's a short walk from Sunny Cove Beach and Blacks Beach, and close to Lago de Como Italian restaurant.
The bungalow has a floor area of 640 square feet, with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a guest capacity of 6. It features a private bonus room, a large open front yard, a queen-sized sofa bed, and a kitchen with a fridge and microwave oven. Guests can enjoy surfing, thanks to the on-site surfboard rental, or simply relax in the cozy retreat.

Other accommodation types in Santa Cruz, CA

Best Santa Cruz, CA unique stays with a jacuzzi

Among the 139 accommodations in Santa Cruz, CA, here are the 2 best unique accommodations with a jacuzzi

Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront. - Santa Cruz, CA
9.2Excellent 209 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$436/nighttotal: $872 (2 )

Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront.

chalet - Twin Lakes
This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom Twin Lakes chalet is located just steps away from some of Santa Cruz's warmest beaches, making it an ideal choice for beachgoers, water sports enthusiasts, and sunset seekers. It has an excellent user rating and can accommodate up to six guests.
The chalet features a cozy layout with a private garden, a Jacuzzi, a spa, and parking. It also includes a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave oven, as well as internet access.
Lighthouse - Santa Cruz, CA
8.4Very good 22 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 4
$1558/nighttotal: $3116 (2 )

Lighthouse

yacht - Twin Lakes
The Lighthouse is a yacht located in a desirable beach neighborhood in Santa Cruz, within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Harbor and Sunny Cove Beach. It has excellent location and cleanliness ratings.
The yacht features a spacious layout with 3000 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a large master suite. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a game closet, and a rooftop spa deck with a hot tub and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy stunning views of Twin Lakes Beach and the Walton Lighthouse, and participate in activities such as hiking, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking sunsets.

Best family friendly Santa Cruz, CA unique stays

Among the 139 accommodations in Santa Cruz, CA, here are the 5 best family friendly unique accommodations

Beautiful Craftsman 3/2 + Office - Santa Cruz, CA
10Excellent 14 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
4 3
$646/nighttotal: $39406 (61 )

Beautiful Craftsman 3/2 + Office

bungalow - Santa Cruz
This craftsman bungalow is situated in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Pacific Avenue, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and UCSC. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an office, and can accommodate up to 8 guests. It features a king, queen, and full-sized beds in the bedrooms, as well as outdoor dining and living areas with seating for up to 8 people. The year-round garden and deck are perfect for BBQs, and there is also an organic vegetable garden and fruit trees. The bungalow is close to surfing, sailing, hiking, and biking opportunities, and the neighborhood has a strict sound ordinance for a peaceful stay.
Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront. - Santa Cruz, CA
9.2Excellent 209 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$436/nighttotal: $872 (2 )

Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront.

chalet - Twin Lakes
This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom Twin Lakes chalet is located just steps away from some of Santa Cruz's warmest beaches, making it an ideal choice for beachgoers, water sports enthusiasts, and sunset seekers. It has an excellent user rating and can accommodate up to six guests.
The chalet features a cozy layout with a private garden, a Jacuzzi, a spa, and parking. It also includes a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave oven, as well as internet access.
Twin Lakes Cottage. - Santa Cruz, CA
9.8Excellent 53 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
1 1
$298/nighttotal: $4172 (14 )

Twin Lakes Cottage.

yacht - Twin Lakes
This yacht is located a block from Schwann Lagoon and a short walk to Twin Lakes Beach and SC Yacht Harbor. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The yacht has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and can accommodate 2 guests. It features a fridge, microwave oven, internet, garden, and a private patio.
Beautiful Santa Cruz Craftsman  3 Bedroom+/2 Bath - Santa Cruz, CA
9.6Excellent 47 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
4 1
$779/nighttotal: $47519 (61 )

Beautiful Santa Cruz Craftsman 3 Bedroom+/2 Bath

bungalow - Santa Cruz
This Santa Cruz craftsman bungalow is set in a quiet neighborhood, a mile from downtown Pacific Avenue, West Cliff Drive, and Cowell's Beach. It has excellent user and location ratings, as well as a very good cleanliness rating.
The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, an office, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious layout that accommodates up to 8 guests. It features beautiful front and back yard gardens with a large deck, Comcast internet wireless cable, HD flat-screen TV, Netflix, and Amazon Prime downloads. It's close to surfing, kayaking, hiking, and biking opportunities, and offers monthly discounts for extended stays.
Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$789/nighttotal: $5523 (7 )

Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow

bungalow - Twin Lakes
The Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow is a charming retreat in Twin Lakes Beach, Santa Cruz. It's a short walk from Sunny Cove Beach and Blacks Beach, and close to Lago de Como Italian restaurant.
The bungalow has a floor area of 640 square feet, with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a guest capacity of 6. It features a private bonus room, a large open front yard, a queen-sized sofa bed, and a kitchen with a fridge and microwave oven. Guests can enjoy surfing, thanks to the on-site surfboard rental, or simply relax in the cozy retreat.

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Best pet friendly Santa Cruz, CA unique stays

Among the 139 accommodations in Santa Cruz, CA, here are the 6 best pet friendly unique accommodations

Beautiful Craftsman 3/2 + Office - Santa Cruz, CA
10Excellent 14 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
4 3
$646/nighttotal: $39406 (61 )

Beautiful Craftsman 3/2 + Office

bungalow - Santa Cruz
This craftsman bungalow is situated in a quiet neighborhood near downtown Pacific Avenue, the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, and UCSC. It has excellent user, location, and cleanliness ratings.
The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and an office, and can accommodate up to 8 guests. It features a king, queen, and full-sized beds in the bedrooms, as well as outdoor dining and living areas with seating for up to 8 people. The year-round garden and deck are perfect for BBQs, and there is also an organic vegetable garden and fruit trees. The bungalow is close to surfing, sailing, hiking, and biking opportunities, and the neighborhood has a strict sound ordinance for a peaceful stay.
Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront. - Santa Cruz, CA
9.2Excellent 209 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$436/nighttotal: $872 (2 )

Hear The Ocean From This Historic Cottage. Almost Beachfront.

chalet - Twin Lakes
This charming two-bedroom, one-bathroom Twin Lakes chalet is located just steps away from some of Santa Cruz's warmest beaches, making it an ideal choice for beachgoers, water sports enthusiasts, and sunset seekers. It has an excellent user rating and can accommodate up to six guests.
The chalet features a cozy layout with a private garden, a Jacuzzi, a spa, and parking. It also includes a kitchen with a fridge and a microwave oven, as well as internet access.
Lighthouse - Santa Cruz, CA
8.4Very good 22 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
2 4
$1558/nighttotal: $3116 (2 )

Lighthouse

yacht - Twin Lakes
The Lighthouse is a yacht located in a desirable beach neighborhood in Santa Cruz, within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Harbor and Sunny Cove Beach. It has excellent location and cleanliness ratings.
The yacht features a spacious layout with 3000 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a large master suite. It has a fully equipped kitchen, a game closet, and a rooftop spa deck with a hot tub and outdoor seating. Guests can enjoy stunning views of Twin Lakes Beach and the Walton Lighthouse, and participate in activities such as hiking, wildlife viewing, and breathtaking sunsets.
Beach Bungalow A Block From Santa Cruz Warf - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
1 3
$366/nighttotal: $5124 (14 )

Beach Bungalow A Block From Santa Cruz Warf

bungalow - Santa Cruz
Enjoy a beach escape at this charming bungalow one block from Santa Cruz Beach. With 1,100 square feet of space and three bedrooms, it comfortably accommodates groups of up to three.
Cozy and inviting, this bungalow features refinished white oak hardwood floors and exposed wooden beams. The updated kitchen includes a compact dishwasher, Jenn-Air 4-burner gas stove/range hood, and a Whirlpool refrigerator. Relax on the private patio or take advantage of the proximity to the Beach Boardwalk, downtown, and cultural landmarks.
Beautiful Santa Cruz Craftsman  3 Bedroom+/2 Bath - Santa Cruz, CA
9.6Excellent 47 reviews
Santa Cruz, CA
4 1
$779/nighttotal: $47519 (61 )

Beautiful Santa Cruz Craftsman 3 Bedroom+/2 Bath

bungalow - Santa Cruz
This Santa Cruz craftsman bungalow is set in a quiet neighborhood, a mile from downtown Pacific Avenue, West Cliff Drive, and Cowell's Beach. It has excellent user and location ratings, as well as a very good cleanliness rating.
The bungalow has 3 bedrooms, an office, 2 bathrooms, and a spacious layout that accommodates up to 8 guests. It features beautiful front and back yard gardens with a large deck, Comcast internet wireless cable, HD flat-screen TV, Netflix, and Amazon Prime downloads. It's close to surfing, kayaking, hiking, and biking opportunities, and offers monthly discounts for extended stays.
Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow - Santa Cruz, CA
Santa Cruz, CA
2 2
$789/nighttotal: $5523 (7 )

Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow

bungalow - Twin Lakes
The Sunny Cove Beach Bungalow is a charming retreat in Twin Lakes Beach, Santa Cruz. It's a short walk from Sunny Cove Beach and Blacks Beach, and close to Lago de Como Italian restaurant.
The bungalow has a floor area of 640 square feet, with 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a guest capacity of 6. It features a private bonus room, a large open front yard, a queen-sized sofa bed, and a kitchen with a fridge and microwave oven. Guests can enjoy surfing, thanks to the on-site surfboard rental, or simply relax in the cozy retreat.

Neighborhoods and points of interest in Santa Cruz, CA