Hotels in Aptos

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Where to stay in Aptos?

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
$106
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Rio del Mar
$130
$150 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
$289
$404 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Seascape Beach Resort

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
$98
$113 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 29 - Oct 30
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

5. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
$133
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
$135
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
Santa Cruz
$159
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Chaminade Resort & Spa

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
$90
$106 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Carousel Beach Inn

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$135
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Westside Santa Cruz
$127
$147 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

11. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
Santa Cruz
$101
$117 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Inn At Pasatiempo

12. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$136
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Watsonville
$122
$141 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Westside Santa Cruz
$135
$156 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

15. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Santa Cruz
$116
$133 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

16. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
Westside Santa Cruz
$80
$105 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Ocean Pacific Lodge

17. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
$110
$127 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Marea Sol Hotel

18. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
$59
$85 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Seaside Inn & Suites

19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Westside Santa Cruz
$144
$166 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Watsonville
$126
$146 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
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Top neighborhoods in Aptos

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

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water.

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.
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A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.

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.
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A beach with tall grasses in the foreground and a calm sea in the background.
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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.
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A golf course with a flag, a green, and a view of the ocean.

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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A couple walking on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.

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.
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Beer Can Beach

8.0/10 (6 reviews)
If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Beer Can Beach, located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Aptos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Rio Del Mar Beach located nearby.
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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 walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Aptos has to offer, head to Seacliff State Beach, Cabrillo College, and New Brighton State Beach.
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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.
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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

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"Clean, cute, convenient, comfortable beds, flat pillows, and no luggage carts - which made it difficult for us traveling by motorcycle. We paid for a partial ocean view and to be fair you could see the ocean if went out on the balcony and looked real hard :)."
Karilee 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel
The Westin San Jose

The Westin San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Parking is a nightmare"
Jesus 2-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
The Westin San Jose
Signia by Hilton San Jose

Signia by Hilton San Jose

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice and clean hotel. Enjoyed the bar in the lobby and apps on tv"
Sonia 1-night trip
Posted 12 hours ago
Signia by Hilton San Jose
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Love this place great location very clean . No weird smell and loved the room being inside the building made us feel safer"
Danelle 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"10 stars for the underground parking, and for the excellent valets!"
Rich 2-night trip
Posted 14 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay"
Usman 1-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful"
Stephanie 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

10/10 Excellent
"It was night and day compared to the horrible inn we checked into earlier that day! The staff were very welcoming and helpful! The rooms were perfect and very clean! Absolutely no issues!"
Marcus 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"customer service"
David 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Casablanca On The Beach

Frequently asked questions

What accommodations do travelers like in Aptos?
Can I book refundable accommodations in Aptos?
If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Aptos, most accommodations offer refundable* bookable rates. You can see these accommodations by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.
Where can I stay in Aptos if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?
If you want a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 119 vacation homes. In addition, there are 10 apartments and 47 condos.
What will the weather in Aptos be like during my vacation?
The warmest months in Aptos are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F. February and March are the chilliest months when the average temp is 52°F. The rainiest months are December and January.
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