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What is the cheapest day to stay in a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz is Tuesday ($134). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Friday, when the average nightly price is $569.

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Other accommodations in Santa Cruz

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Santa Cruz. There are 369 hotels in Santa Cruz and price data was last updated on 8 June 2026. The average price for a hotel in Santa Cruz is .
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$121
Avg. per night
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Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca
Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

Islander Motel Santa Cruz Ca

522 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$122
Avg. per night
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National 9 Santa Cruz
National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz

130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night
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Aqua Breeze Inn
Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn

204 Second Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$152
Avg. per night
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Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

110 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$160
Avg. per night
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Beachview Inn
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

50 Front Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$132
Avg. per night
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Ocean Gate Inn
Ocean Gate Inn

Ocean Gate Inn

111 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.4 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$164
Avg. per night
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$452
Avg. per night
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Where to stay in Santa Cruz

Explore different neighbourhoods and areas within Santa Cruz to find the perfect location for your stay. Map data was last updated on 8 June 2026.
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Facts about staying in Santa Cruz

Find useful tips and insights about staying in Santa Cruz to help you make the most of your experience. FAQs were last updated on 8 June 2026.

  • How much does a holiday rental in Santa Cruz cost?

    $487 per night is how much a holiday rental in Santa Cruz costs, on average. $49 per night was the cheapest price recently found by our users, though anything for $451 per night or less is a good deal. Keep in mind that Santa Cruz holiday rental prices fluctuate throughout the year: the most expensive month to book is June, and the cheapest time to book is May.

  • Are there any Inn holiday rentals in Santa Cruz?

    If you’re looking to book a Inn holiday rental in Santa Cruz, then you have 8 to choose from. We recommend looking at Casablanca Inn on The Beach as it’s currently the most popular Inn rental among our users.

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