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

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

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

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

Lee

3.238.391 ₫

3.742.823 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.

A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

A hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio del Mar

Rich

3.754.656 ₫

4.322.026 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

3. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

Emma

7.424.832 ₫

10.414.384 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Capitola

Loretta

2.859.014 ₫

3.288.140 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

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.

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

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Bethany

3.624.286 ₫

4.175.778 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

Santa Cruz

Nathan

3.878.508 ₫

4.453.440 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz

Ramiro

2.323.193 ₫

3.008.555 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

daphanie

2.034.815 ₫

2.406.338 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

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

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Santa Cruz

Milton

3.635.273 ₫

4.181.034 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

10. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz

Terry

2.279.194 ₫

2.849.171 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz

Bertha

2.614.701 ₫

3.019.607 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

12. Inn At Pasatiempo

Santa Cruz

Paul

2.637.385 ₫

3.045.182 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

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.

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

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Dori

3.519.990 ₫

4.058.764 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

A building with a white picket fence, a porch, and a small wooden bridge.

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, and a painting on the wall.

A kitchen with dark cabinets, a microwave, a stove, a sink, and a refrigerator.

14. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Arif

1.773.032 ₫

2.062.713 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

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

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

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

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

Morgan Hill

Kristin

3.457.673 ₫

3.889.882 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree to the right.

A modern hotel with a curved exterior, a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a covered patio area.

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

Westside Santa Cruz

Steve

2.814.688 ₫

3.267.333 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

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

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a TV screen.

17. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Scotts Valley

Delores F

3.181.028 ₫

3.628.925 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, office chair, and a large abstract painting.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

18. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Watsonville

Syria

3.657.440 ₫

4.182.390 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

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

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

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

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

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

Westside Santa Cruz

Natalya

3.304.604 ₫

3.817.129 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

A hotel room with two beds, a wardrobe, and a door leading to a bathroom.

A spacious reception area with a wooden reception desk, a glass door leading outside, and a tiled floor.

A garden with various flowers and a pergola.

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

Brian

1.648.377 ₫

2.247.722 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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Where to stay in Aptos

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

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 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

While visiting Rio del Mar, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Seascape Golf Club.

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

Seacliff

If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Aptos Village

Aptos Village might not have many top sights, but Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

Rio Del Mar Beach

9.2/10 (216 reviews)

Rio Del Mar Beach offers a spacious sandy shoreline with a scenic paved promenade perfect for coastal strolls. Enjoy the family-friendly atmosphere where Aptos Creek sometimes forms a natural lagoon during summer months.

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Seacliff State Beach

9.0/10 (201 reviews)

Explore Seacliff State Beach's iconic concrete ship, the SS Palo Alto, and fishing pier extending into Monterey Bay. Stroll the paved coastal trail or visit the on-site centre to discover local marine life exhibits.

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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)

This historic 18-hole course frames panoramic Monterey Bay views with majestic pines and eucalyptus trees. Golfers appreciate the challenging small greens and rolling coastal terrain designed by Willie Locke in 1926.

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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)

This coastal treasure combines a sandy shoreline with forested bluffs for a diverse natural experience. Camp among Monterey pines with ocean views or explore tide pools during low tide along Monterey Bay.

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

Potbelly Beach

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Tucked along the Aptos coastline, Potbelly Beach offers exclusive ocean views for its 17 private beachfront homes. Nearby public beaches provide similar coastal experiences with wildlife viewing opportunities.

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Aptos History Museum

7.0/10 (10 reviews)

The Aptos History Museum chronicles the area's evolution from Native American roots to present day through artefacts and photographs. Browse exhibits and discover the rich heritage of this California coastal community.

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Nicholson Vineyards

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

This family-owned winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains crafts exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir influenced by morning ocean mist. Sip estate wines in their peaceful tasting room while soaking in scenic vineyard views.

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Learn more about Aptos

Nestled along the Pacific, this coastal gem boasts pristine beaches perfect for surfing and beachcombing. Forest of Nisene Marks State Park invites hikers to explore redwood-lined trails, while nearby Santa Cruz offers family-friendly boardwalk attractions.

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A beach with waves, a person in yellow, and a cloudy sky.

Top Aptos Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time hanging out at the pool all day. The room was nice and the bed was super comfortable. All the staff were really friendly and helpful."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good

"Exactly what you'd expect of a slightly older hotel. Great staff, fine amenities, fantastic location- just a slightly older facility. We enjoyed our stay, and would return."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Safe area, ideal location and clean property."

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"We had the Garden facing room which was wonderful. Great to sit on the patio and look at the greens cape. The room was quiet and comfortable."

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. A bit small but that’s ok. Attentive staff easy check in and out. Only issue was A/C did not work. Room was at 73-75 during our stay"

Doubletree by Hilton Campbell - Pruneyard Plaza

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay. Friendly staff"

More cheap stays in Aptos

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

6110 Monterey Road Gilroy CA

1.713.062 ₫

1.905.749 ₫ total

2 Oct - 3 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8/10 Very good! (1,005 reviews)

Seaside Inn & Suites

525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA

1.349.329 ₫

2.009.262 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.2/10 Very good! (1,108 reviews)

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

100 Reservation Rd Marina CA

1.955.289 ₫

2.277.702 ₫ total

10 Sept - 11 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Hotel Solares

600 Riverside Ave Santa Cruz CA

1.877.328 ₫

2.696.412 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

includes taxes & fees

Ocean Pacific Lodge

301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA

2.323.193 ₫

3.008.555 ₫ total

7 Sept - 8 Sept

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,530 reviews)

Marea Sol Hotel

301 Beach St Santa Cruz CA

2.859.014 ₫

3.317.134 ₫ total

2 Sept - 3 Sept

includes taxes & fees

9/10 Wonderful! (1,610 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the seasonal weather in Aptos?

The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 17°C, while the coldest months are February and March, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Aptos is 677 mm.

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Our top choices for Aptos hotels

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3. Seascape Beach Resort

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

8. Carousel Beach Inn

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10. Mission Inn

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

12. Inn At Pasatiempo

13. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

14. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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

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

17. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

18. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

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

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Where to stay in Aptos

Rio del Mar

Seacliff

Aptos Village

Stay near popular Aptos attractions

Rio Del Mar Beach

Seacliff State Beach

Seascape Golf Club

New Brighton State Beach

Potbelly Beach

Aptos History Museum

Nicholson Vineyards

Learn more about Aptos

Top Aptos Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Casablanca On The Beach

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Doubletree by Hilton Campbell - Pruneyard Plaza

More cheap stays in Aptos

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Seaside Inn & Suites

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Hotel Solares

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Marea Sol Hotel

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