9 Best Resorts in Santa Cruz, CA for Your Perfect Getaway

Set in the Santa Cruz mountain range of Northern California, the Chaminade Resort & Spa is 3.1 mi from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The resort has a year-round outdoor pool and BBQ, and guests can enjoy a meal at 2 different on-site restaurants. Every room at this resort is air-conditioned and features a flat-screen LCD TV. Each room comes with a private bathroom equipped with a bath or shower. Extras include bath robes and free toiletries. Chaminade Resort & Spa features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk, a cash machine, a shared lounge and gift shop at the property. Free private parking is also available on site. Car hire is available at this resort and the area is popular for golfing. Monterey Bay is a 45 minutes’ drive away. Museum of History & Art at the McPherson Center is 3.1 mi from Chaminade Resort & Spa, while Pacific Avenue is 3.1 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Mineta San Jose International Airport, 25 mi from Chaminade Resort & Spa.

- "Everything I needed was right there" - "Excellent place for a getaway where you feel like you are in nature but can get to the beach!" - "Stayed for 2 nights and it was a nice clean facility. The pool was nice and hot tub was real nice and hot! Would definit" - "they had a great time / experience" - "A relaxing stay with beautiful views and peaceful vibes" - "Would do it again." - "Nice place for relaxing and refreshing"

Oceanfront with outdoor pool, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Spend the day relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself at Dream Inn Santa Cruz's full-service spa.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers 165 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies.

This Santa Cruz resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Lovely property with downstairs ping pong and pool table, great quiet location." - "Great view" - "Beautiful location, with that Santa Cruz charm. The room was clean and nice, employees were friendly and helpful, and the location can't be beat." - "I loved the location of the hotel. It has beach access from the pool floor which is a plus! We did find a few flying bugs in the bathroom but that was my only complaint. Getting to see the sunrise and sunset from our room was nice!"

Located in Aptos, Seascape Beach Resort is a luxurious oceanfront resort featuring three outdoor swimming pools with hot tubs and 2 restaurants on site. All accommodations includes free WiFi. Featuring a patio or balcony, all rooms are equipped with a kitchen or kitchenette, a TV with cable channels, and a fireplace. Guests can chose from a spacious villa, a studio or a suite complete with a microwave, a refrigerator and a dining area. Accommodations at this resort features ocean or garden views. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sanderlings Restaurant & Lounge offers casual fine-dining with ocean views. Offering 2 decks with ocean views, Palapas restaurant features authentic traditional dishes of Mexico and a full bar stocked with fine wines and an extensive tequila list. Guests can also take advantage of the room service. Guests can visit the spa and wellness center or work out in the fitness center at Seascape Beach Resort. Tennis courts and a children’s playground are provided and guest can hire bicycles to explore the surrounding area. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 13 mi away. This resort is 54 mi from San Francisco Airport. The property offers free parking.

- "great" - "Wonderful Stay in Aptos" - "Excellent" - "Beautiful, wish we could have stayed longer!" - "I've finally found my getaway spot, The Seascape Beach Resort." - "Very nice!" - "We went there for a brief mini-vacation overnight, but we will definitely be back for a longer stay. We can’t wait to r" - "Beautiful, relaxing getaway at lovely Seascape Resort" - "It was a wonderful would definitely come back"

Resort with a full-service spa, near Mystery Spot
A full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant are available at this smoke-free resort. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a fitness center, a bar/lounge, and a snack bar/deli are onsite.
Housekeeping is available on request.
Chaminade Resort & Spa offers 156 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature safes and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Microwaves and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

- "Didn’t like the bathroom door" - "The service was great from check-in to check-out. The pool area was clean and the water was perfect in the pool and hot tub. I have not slept in a more comfortable hotel bed. It was so peaceful and quiet. We got a room with a patio and a mountain view. Only wish we had stayed more nights. Christine at check out made our check out very smooth and a great closing to our stay. Will definitely be back." - "This resort is fantastic. The location and views are amazing. The staff is very kind and willing to help with anything you need. The pools and hot tubs are perfect. The hiking trails are beautiful and a great place to go walking. We will definitely be going back!! "

Breathtaking White Water Views at Seascape Resort offers accommodations in Aptos, a 5-minute walk from Seascape Park Beach and 11 miles from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Both free Wifi and parking on-site are available at the villa free of charge. The villa provides an outdoor swimming pool and an elevator. Providing a patio and sea views, the spacious villa includes 1 bedroom, a living room, TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub. Towels and bed linen are provided in the villa. The accommodation has a fireplace. Pasatiempo Golf Club is 11 miles from Breathtaking White Water Views at Seascape Resort, while Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse is 12 miles away. Monterey Regional Airport is 32 miles from the property.

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This fabulous ocean view Seascape Resort unit offers fantastic accommodations, privacy and close proximity to the beach, swimming pool, spa, restaurants and shops! The home has been renovated and offers a beautifully relaxing, beachy ambience for our guests to enjoy a beach resort getaway.

The open downstairs floor plan features a spacious kitchen with granite countertops and stainless steel appliances, and is fully stocked with cookware, dishes, utensils and basic pantry items. The roomy dining area offers seating for six with ocean views! The comfortable living area features a gas fireplace, flat screen TV, sofa seating for 6+, a pull-out queen sized bed, and a fabulous balcony with ocean, white sand, and eucalyptus forest views. Because our beach condo is on the northernmost wing of the resort, it offers unparalleled privacy. Unlike most other units at Seascape, your views are not encumbered by looking at other units. An updated half bathroom completes the downstairs.

Upstairs includes a fabulous master suite with a 2nd balcony, guest bedroom, 2nd full bath and laundry. The master suite features a plush king-size bed, vaulted ceilings, flat screen TV, completely updated fully bathroom, and a private balcony with even better beach and ocean views from the third story. The guest bedroom is situated down the hallway, with the bathrooms and laundry room separating the bedrooms for maximum privacy. This bedroom features a plush queen-size bed, flat screen TV and two large windows with fantastic views of the ocean and swimming pool. The upstairs includes a completely updated 2nd full bathroom for exclusive use of the 2nd bedroom, along with a washer/dryer closet for guest use.

This beach condo is located on the North Bluff of Seascape Resort, which has its own convenient access to the beach (about 100 stairs down the bluff to the sand). The North Bluff has its own swimming pool and hot tub, with a spacious pool deck complete with ocean views and many lounge chairs, table and chairs sets, and umbrellas. **As of October 2021, golf cart and towel service is no longer offered to guests of units booked through VRBO. If these amenities are vital to you, please book directly through the resort.**

There is plentiful parking adjacent to the building, including open underground parking with EV charging stations. A commercial ice maker and beverage vending machine are located in the garage for guests' convenience.

The North Bluff location is also extremely proximate to the restaurants and shops at Seascape Village. This charming retail complex includes several full service restaurants, coffee shop, grocery store, liquor store, hair salon, jewelry store, massage clinic, and many other amenities!

Seascape Resort has its own fantastic onsite restaurant and bar ("Sanderlings") with stunning ocean views, which is a short walk from our beach condo. There are two additional swimming pools located at the resort, along with firepits, sitting areas, ramp access to the beach, and cliffside walking trails.

The advantage of booking this beach condo with us is that you will enjoy the actual unit shown in our photos. Guests booking through Seascape Resort are not guaranteed a specific room, and instead will be assigned a room from a pool of available units that vary widely in terms of condition, decor, location and view!

Other nearby attractions include Seascape Golf Club, a fantastic course with a 4.2 star Google rating and extremely reasonable green fees. Please visit the Seascape Golf Club website to easily book a tee time!

Seascape Resort is the perfect "home base" for exploring the many exciting places around Monterey Bay, including the charming seaside village of Carmel-By-The-Sea, world-renowned Pebble Beach golf, Carmel Valley wineries, Monterey's Cannery Row and Aquarium, spectacularly scenic Big Sur, and Santa Cruz and its historic Beach Boardwalk amusement park. Just hop on the famous Highway 1 and drive north or south for endless opportunity!

We look forward to welcoming you to our fabulous beach condo!

- "We had a lovely time at Sea Scape. This condo is beautifully decorated with extremely comfortable beds. We enjoyed catching up with family and friends living in the Aptos area." - "Great location" - "Great" - "The condo was as described . We enjoyed the location." - "Our family of 4 enjoyed this spot, nice, safe, queit place with grocery, liquor store and several restaurants on property. Owner made it easy and it was nice and clean."

Featuring access to the private River Beach, this Felton resort is 8 miles away from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. A campfire and game areas are featured. A terrace with barbecue facilities is featured in all cottages. Featuring a river view, each cottage provides free WiFi, a seating area, cable TV and an private bathroom. Natural wood accents are featured in all rooms at Fern River Resort. Select cabins offer a fully equipped kitchen or a fireplace. Surrounded by a majestic forest, this resort offers barbecue facilities with picnic tables. A game room is also offered at Felton Fern River Resort. Guests can take advantage of the cabins to host weddings, private parties, and corporate events. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 1 hours’ drive away. Mineta San Jose International Airport is 35 miles away from Fern River Resort.

- "Really pleasant, relaxing, would like to stay there again." - "Lovely setting" - "So beautiful close to everything" - "Didn't want to leave" - "Sanctuary" - "Great family vacation great location quiet at night slept grest" - "Beautiful Cabin next to a river in the redwood forest. What more do you need?" - "Loved the cabin feel in the redwoods!" - "We had a great time being in nature." - "All in all, a delightful experience."

*** The central (nearest) pool and hot tub are under construction until ~December 15th. You will still have access to the North pool and hot tub. Please read the entire description before booking, so that you understand the amenities differences between my room and renting a room directly from Seascape Beach Resort. ***

A remodeled 1-bedroom suite on the 2nd floor (of 3) in the main building. You will enjoy ocean views from the patio and be steps away from the central pool and hot tub, restaurant, and bar!

Seascape Beach Resort is in a great location overlooking Monterey Bay with 3 pools and hot tubs.

This is a privately-rented suite, so guests are not allowed use of golf cart rides (there is a moderate grade back up from the beach to the room), beach bonfire pits, room-number billing, or room-service (dine-in and take-out is still available at Sanderlings and several other restaurants across the street). In-room spa services and use of the sports club are available at additional costs. If you have any other questions about the private rentals, please ask before booking. The 3 pools and 3 hot tubs are available to all guests.

I do not provide linen service, but there are plenty of extra towels and sheets if needed.

Due to typically mild daytime temperatures and cool nighttime temperatures near the coast, this room (and most rooms at Seascape) have no air conditioning.

Unfortunately, no pets are allowed in the rooms due to resort rules.

Thank you!
Jim

- "We had the best time at this vacation rental the accommodations were exactly as described. My owner was very quick to respond with any questions. I will definitely come back to stay again as our view was phenomenal!! 5 stars on everything" - "We had such a wonderful stay. The condo was impeccable. It had everything we needed to cook meals, and the resort had incredible amenities. The owner was very responsive. We'd definitely plan staying there again!"

Featuring a garden, Seascape Resort Aptos, Capitola, Santa Cruz offers accommodations in Aptos. Offering a restaurant, the property also has a private beach area, as well as a hot tub and a spa facilities. There's a sun terrace and guests have access to free Wifi, free private parking, and an electric vehicle charging station. Providing a balcony and sea views, the spacious condo hotel includes 1 bedroom, a living room, flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchenette, and 1 bathroom with a hot tub and a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the condo hotel. There's also a seating area and a fireplace. There is a coffee shop and bar. The condo hotel also provides an outdoor swimming pool and a beauty services for guests to relax in. A bicycle rental service is available at Seascape Resort Aptos, Capitola, Santa Cruz, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby. Seascape Park Beach is a 4-minute walk from the accommodation, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is 11 miles away. Monterey Regional Airport is 33 miles from the property.

- "Amazing!" - "Staying here for my birthday was a great start with peace, I enjoyed the private beach along with the jacuzzi, the house" - "Perfect getaway bolthole next to the Pacific and beautiful beach" - "Beautiful location, great view, clean and comfortable!" - "Will come again" - "Perfect escape!"

Beautiful villa just a 10-15 min walk from the beach. Bring your partner, family, and friends to enjoy this quaint space with an amazing view of the ocean and the resort. Live comfortably in 2 luxurious suites with king size beds and newly renovated bathrooms in each room, a full-functioning kitchen and laundry system. It will surely be an unforgettable experience!

This villa is very comfortable in that there is not another unit above or below us. Just outside the unit is the largest swimming pool in the resort and direct access to the beach just a short walk from the unit. A park and playground are also conveniently located right next to the unit.

The majority of guests come to Seascape for the magnificent coast and beach. Guests are allowed to access everything in the unit except the one locked linen closet upstairs and one locked storage closet under the stairs. You may also utilize the swimming pools/jacuzzis, free Wifi access, cable TV channels, dining in at Sanderlings Restaurant and bar, Seascape's private beach access, and priceless natural scenery. As a guest not booking directly through the resort, you will not be eligible for services such as room service, resort spa services, and ordering movies to the room.

- "Perfect proximity to pool/park- great for families! Beach is def a little ways off for little legs but WORTH IT! Gorgeous!" - "We had a fabulous time at this clean, well-appointed condo. Our family enjoyed swimming in the pool and playing games in the living room while enjoying the view." - "This unit is perfectly located with an amazing sunset / ocean view. Easy walk to the heated pool and hot tub. Grounds are very well kept with nice walking paths through the resort. Bonus playground at an adjacent park too! The condo was immaculate and layout with 2 private bedroom suites works perfectly. Owner very responsive if you have any needs. Would highly recommend!"

Permit 181348 Amazing View! Private hot tub and sunroom all to yourselves on the 3rd floor of home. No overnight stays. Check in 8:00am or later. Check out 10:00pm or earlier. BBQ, refrigerator, coffee maker, dining table, tv, lots of outdoor seating, Unwind in Aptos at this fabulous location. Enjoy the soothing ambiance of this property, complete with WiFi, barbecue and a washing machine. The shared bathroom features a refreshing shower for guests to relax after a day of exploring. There are two bikes for your use upon request. We'll be available to answer any questions while you stay at our place.

Guests are not permitted to stay at the property overnight. No visitors.

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