A university town, Santa Cruz is a popular weekend spot with students taking a well-deserved break here, but the laid-back locals also make it a memorable destination. Several nearby beaches have often been referred to as the finest in the Western Hemisphere — how's that for a reason to visit? Book your Santa Cruz vacation rental for a date in paradise!

Choose the perfect vacation rental
Best Vacation Home Deals in Santa Cruz
Compare and find a rental meeting your criteria among the 1,119 fantastic vacation rentals from numerous partner websites in Santa Cruz. Each of the offers from the different providers are immediately compared by the search engine to help you save up to 41%.
Top-Rated Rentals and Accommodations in Santa Cruz
Recommended Vacation Rentals in Santa Cruz
Find your perfect vacation rental in Santa Cruz: from $151 per night
Budget-friendly Vacation Rentals in Santa Cruz
Vacation rentals with Wi-Fi
Stay connected while traveling and book a Santa Cruz accommodation with high-speed internet.
Apartments and vacation rentals with a kitchen
Cook up a feast on your next vacation and book a Santa Cruz rental with full kitchen.
Vacation rentals and apartments with air conditioning
Keep cool during your trip to Santa Cruz and book a vacation rental with air conditioning.
Popular Rental Amenities in Santa Cruz
Above, you can find the most selected filters in Santa Cruz and the number of properties that offer them. Santa Cruz is the right place to book an accommodation if you need internet access during your vacation or you want to tune out with some TV time, as the most common amenities are "Internet" and "TV." It is also possible to look for an accommodation in Santa Cruz if you want to sweat it out in a sauna as 32 of the listed rentals there offer "Fenced."
Waterfront Vacation Rentals in Santa Cruz
Want to find the ideal beach vacation rental in Santa Cruz?
Use the 'distance to water' filter while searching and see only the best beachfront homes for your trip. There is a number of vacation rentals in Santa Cruz that are within walking distance from the beach. From pet-friendly homes by the beach to waterfront offers with pools, the perfect accommodation in Santa Cruz awaits - discover it today via HomeToGo.

The Weather in Santa Cruz
You can see our climate diagram above. In September maximum temperatures go higher than 77°. January is the coolest month, with average minimal temperature reaching 37°. The rainiest month is March while the driest month is June.
7-Day Weather Forecast in Santa Cruz
Accommodations for your vacation in Santa Cruz
Information about vacation rentals in Santa Cruz
🏡 Vacation rentals | 1,109 properties |
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💳 Possible discounts | up to 26% |
🌙 Nightly prices starting at | $153 |
⭐ Popular amenities | Internet, TV and Microwave |
🐾 Pet friendly accommodations | 147 properties |
🏊 Vacation rentals with pools | 453 properties |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the typical price per night for a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?
The average accommodation in Santa Cruz is priced at $153 per night. If you are looking for a house rental, the nightly price is $851 on average. A cabin Santa Cruz will cost $351 per night on average.
How many vacation homes are available for booking in Santa Cruz?
Currently there are 1,109 rentals available for booking for your next trip.
What are the most popular amenities for vacation rentals in Santa Cruz?
If you're looking to book a vacation rental in Santa Cruz, the most popular amenities are: TV, Internet and Microwave.
How many vacation homes with pools are in Santa Cruz?
Discover 453 vacation rentals available to book in Santa Cruz.
Are pets allowed in vacation rentals in Santa Cruz?
If you are traveling with a pet in Santa Cruz - 12% of vacation rentals are pet-friendly.
When is it better to travel to Santa Cruz?
The warmest months in Santa Cruz are September and October, with temperatures around 77 °F. The coldest months in Santa Cruz are January and December, with 37 °F on average.
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