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Travel insights for holiday rentals in Santa Cruz

Use these up-to-date, data-driven insights about booking a holiday rental in Santa Cruz including ideal times to book, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Santa Cruz?

The cheapest month to book a vacation rental in Santa Cruz is May ($180). Conversely, the most expensive month to stay in Santa Cruz is July ($1,661).

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

The cheapest day to stay in Santa Cruz is Wednesday ($188). On the other hand, travelers can expect to pay the most on Tuesday, when the average nightly price is $567.

Cheapest holiday rentals in Santa Cruz, California

Discover affordable stays in Santa Cruz that provide a quality experience without breaking the bank. Hotels in Santa Cruz can be found for as low as $140 per night. There is currently one property in Santa Cruz that can be booked for this price. The Historic Brookdale Lodge, Santa Cruz Mountains is one of the hotels that can be booked for the lowest price in Santa Cruz. Price data was last updated on 1 May 2025
Currently, these are the lowest-priced vacation rentals in Santa Cruz we've come across for the dates selected. As prices can vary by date, change the dates if you're flexible to compare rates.

Other accommodations in Santa Cruz

Find the perfect holiday rental for your stay in Santa Cruz. There are 395 hotels in Santa Cruz and price data was last updated on 1 May 2025. The average price for a hotel in Santa Cruz is $467/night.
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301 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night
1015 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$427
Avg. per night
130 Plymouth Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.5 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$87
Avg. per night
1 Chaminade Lane, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
4.7 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$236
Avg. per night
125 Beach Street, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$187
Avg. per night
325 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.1 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$98
Avg. per night
500 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, United States
1.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$98
Avg. per night

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 1 May 2025.
Whether you're visiting Santa Cruz for leisure or business, utilize the map to find vacation rentals close to your ideal location. Clicking on a vacation rental name will take you to a page with pricing, reviews, and more useful information.

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 1 May 2025.
  • How much does a holiday rental in Santa Cruz cost?

    The average cost for a holiday rental in Santa Cruz is $467/night. A good holiday rental deal in Santa Cruz would be for $444/night or less. The cheapest rental deal found recently by our users was $76/night. If you’re flexible with your travel dates, then try to avoid booking July, the most expensive month of the year. Booking January is the cheapest month to book a holiday rental in Santa Cruz.

  • Are there any Motel holiday rentals in Santa Cruz?

    Yes, there are 13 Motel holiday rentals in Santa Cruz. According to our data, Ocean Pacific Lodge is currently the most popular Motel rental in the city.

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