Hotels in Aptos
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- Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton — 3.5-star hotel in Aptos. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
- Rio Sands Vacation Rentals — 2-star hotel in Rio del Mar. Guest rating: 8.6/10 — Excellent.
- Seascape Beach Resort — 4-star hotel in Rio del Mar. Guest rating: 9.0/10 — Wonderful.
- Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea — 2.5-star hotel in Capitola. Guest rating: 8.8/10 — Excellent.
- Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola — 3-star hotel in Santa Cruz. Guest rating: 9.4/10 — Exceptional.
Where to stay in Aptos?
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by HiltonAptos
$152
$174 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Rio Sands Vacation RentalsRio del Mar
$160
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Seascape Beach Resort
Seascape Beach ResortRio del Mar
$263
$375 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the SeaCapitola
$110
$126 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - CapitolaSanta Cruz
$161
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & SuitesSanta Cruz
$161
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Chaminade Resort & SpaSanta Cruz
$132
$198 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Carousel Beach Inn
Carousel Beach InnWestside Santa Cruz
$92
$108 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
Capitola Venetian Vacation RentalsCapitola
$285
$324 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 20 - Aug 21
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
$178
$204 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Hyatt Place Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
$140
$161 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Hampton Inn & Suites WatsonvilleWatsonville
$126
$146 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHGWestside Santa Cruz
$130
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Seaside Inn & Suites
Seaside Inn & SuitesWestside Santa Cruz
$62
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Courtyard by Marriott Santa CruzWestside Santa Cruz
$152
$175 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Inn At Pasatiempo
Inn At PasatiempoSanta Cruz
$149
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts ValleyScotts Valley
$135
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz NorthWestside Santa Cruz
$111
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Ocean Pacific LodgeWestside Santa Cruz
$89
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 7 - Sep 8
Marea Sol Hotel
Marea Sol HotelWestside Santa Cruz
$149
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 8 - Sep 9
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Top neighborhoods in Aptos
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Rio del Mar
The Rio del Mar neighborhood has lots to see including Monterey Bay and Seascape Golf Club.
Seacliff
The Seacliff neighborhood has lots to see including Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach.
Top landmarks in Aptos
Rio Del Mar Beach
9.2/10 (216 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Rio Del Mar Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Aptos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Beer Can Beach located nearby.
Seacliff State Beach
9.0/10 (201 reviews)
Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Seacliff State Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at New Brighton State Beach and Potbelly Beach, located nearby.
Seascape Golf Club
8.6/10 (27 reviews)
You might want to play some rounds at Seascape Golf Club, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Aptos. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If Seascape Golf Club doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Pasatiempo Golf Course and DeLaveaga Golf Course are all just a short drive away.
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New Brighton State Beach
8.8/10 (47 reviews)
If being by the water is a major draw, New Brighton State Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Potbelly Beach, just a short walk away.
Potbelly Beach
7.6/10 (7 reviews)
Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Potbelly Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at New Brighton State Beach, just a short walk away.
Aptos History Museum
7.0/10 (10 reviews)
Aptos History Museum is 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Aptos, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Aptos has to offer, head to Seacliff State Beach, New Brighton State Beach, and Rio Del Mar Beach.
Nicholson Vineyards
7.4/10 (11 reviews)
Travelers might want a tour of Nicholson Vineyards, just one of the places to visit, and located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Day Valley.
Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.
Learn more about Aptos
Between the redwoods and the Pacific, this laid-back beach town offers the perfect escape from California's more crowded coastal spots. At Seacliff State Beach, marvel at the concrete ship 'Palo Alto' – a peculiar breakwater that's become an accidental tourist attraction. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park tempts with miles of shady trails where joggers and mountain bikers navigate through towering trees. Rio Del Mar Beach provides a quieter alternative for sunbathing, while New Brighton offers dramatic cliff views. Local restaurants serve fresh seafood caught that morning, best enjoyed with sunset views. For a perfect day, start with coffee in Aptos Village, then grab beach supplies before heading to whichever stretch of sand suits your mood.
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Check out reviews of Aptos hotels guests love
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel and very convenient to all that is Santa Cruz boardwalk and pier. We will definitely be staying again!"
Casablanca On The Beach
10/10 Excellent
"10/10 would recommend and stay here again. Great location just steps from the main beach. Less than a 5 minute walk to the pier and the boardwalk. Lots of restaurants within walking distance. View from the room was amazing and the deck with tables and lounge chairs made it feel like a luxury vacation for a decent price"
Surf City Inn and Suites
10/10 Excellent
"Really nice"
Hyatt Place San Jose/Downtown
8/10 Good
"Clean rooms and breakfast included! A bit noisy from outside street traffic at night. Great place to stay next to SJSU & SJ downtown. Parking is $45 a night, got lucky and parked on limited street parking."
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley
10/10 Excellent
"Staff is amazing! Always friendly and helpful!! "
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
10/10 Excellent
"The room and all areas were clean. The pool and hot tub were maintained good. It’s a pet friendly place but they maintain it so well that you couldn’t tell me. The restaurant area was super nice and cool spot."
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
10/10 Excellent
"It was very nice stay the room was clean. However the pool looked green. In their defense it was fully booked and a lot of guests were parked over the lines making it less parking spaces in the parking garage."
Hotel Solares
10/10 Excellent
"We were very happy with the staff and the condition of the room. Nice and close to the beach. Walked there in about 5 minutes. Best hotel we have stayed at considering the many times we have visited. The only negative thing about the hotel was no breakfast with my stay like most hotels."