Twilight Sky over Seacliff Pier and SS Palo Alto Shipwreck. Seacliff State Beach, Aptos, Santa Cruz County, California, USA.

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A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Aptos

$106

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Santa Cruz

$135

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

3. Monarch Cove Inn

Capitola

$191

$217 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

$131

$151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

A view through a window of a building with a sign for 'Arcade Arcade'.

A star-shaped decoration on a windowsill with two lanterns beside it.

5. Capitola Hotel

Capitola

$234

$272 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern office space with cubicles, seating areas, and a large TV screen.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

$131

$151 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

7. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

$129

$149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A beach with rocky cliffs and a clear view of the ocean.

A blue building with a sign reading "Ocean Echo Inn & Beach Cottages."

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, and a stove. There is a dining table with chairs and a clock on the wall.

A two-story house with a white porch, a red umbrella, and a small garden with various shrubs.

8. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz

$197

$225 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and a sign reading "FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON".

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

9. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley

$110

$126 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella, overlooking a beach and pier.

A room with a bed, a window, and a view of the beach.

A beach view from a window with palm trees, a pier, and beach umbrellas.

A beach view with palm trees, a chair, and a railing.

10. Casablanca On The Beach

Westside Santa Cruz

$100

$155 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A room with a wooden floor, a black leather chair, a small table with a laptop, and a window with blinds.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

11. Pacific Blue Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

$89

$106 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

A self-service beverage and snack vending area with various brands and types of products.

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Westside Santa Cruz

$118

$137 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the city.

A beach with people walking and swimming, a lifeguard tower, and houses in the background.

A table with a book, two glasses of wine, a plate of fruit, and a straw hat.

A large, two-story building with a balcony and a porch, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn.

13. West Cliff Inn - A Four Sisters Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

$201

$229 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, red and yellow seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

A modern reception area with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, and a reception desk.

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

Morgan Hill

$125

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern bedroom with a four-poster bed, a walk-in shower, and a large mirror.

A reception desk with a sign reading "Rio Vista Suites." There is a clock on the wall and a window with blinds.

A building with a sign that reads "RIO VISTA LUXURY SUITES" indicating a hotel or resort.

A grand staircase with intricate woodwork, leading to a second floor. A cozy seating area with a sofa and armchairs is visible on the first floor.

15. Rio Vista Suites

Westside Santa Cruz

$109

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and modern furnishings.

A modern retail kiosk with a variety of snacks, beverages, and a coffee machine.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a landscaped front yard.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Gilroy

$102

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A cabin surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage.

A cabin with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.

A row of cabins with a dirt path leading to them, surrounded by tall trees.

17. Fern River Resort

Felton

$95

$122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with green chairs, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with shelves of snacks.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a sign indicating 'Moss Landing Point' and 'Shop & Hotel Entrances'.

18. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Moss Landing

$125

$149 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An arched structure with a view of trees and chairs.

A large building with multiple floors, surrounded by a parking lot and landscaped areas with trees and shrubs.

A spacious interior with wooden furniture, a chandelier, and large windows.

A large bed with white linens, a wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a green chair.

19. Hacienda de Leal, BW Signature Collection

San Juan Bautista

$110

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious living area with a modern fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the beach.

A kitchen with a unique mosaic backsplash, a built-in dishwasher, and a coffee machine.

A multi-story motel with balconies, a parking lot, and a fire hydrant.

A hotel courtyard with green lawns, a tennis court, and multiple rooms with green doors.

20. Best Western Marina State Beach

Marina

$103

$119 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Go beyond your typical stay in Aptos

Top neighborhoods in Aptos

A natural rock arch formation on a beach with waves crashing below.

A group of people sitting around a campfire on a beach at sunset.

A beach at sunset with the sun low on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the sand and water.

A large, isolated structure in the water with a flat top and a steep incline.

A beach with driftwood, a pier, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Rio del Mar

The Rio del Mar neighborhood has lots to see including Monterey Bay and Seascape Golf Club.

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

Seacliff

The Seacliff neighborhood has lots to see including Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach.

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Aptos Village

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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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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.

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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