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Check availability on Aptos Beach Hotels

Tonight
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Tomorrow
28 Aug - 29 Aug
This weekend
28 Aug - 30 Aug
Next weekend
4 Sept - 6 Sept

Our top choices for Aptos beach hotels

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
  • Bask in coastal paradise with beach shuttle service, tropical gardens, and a heated pool just one minute's drive from sandy shores.
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Rio del Mar
AU$231
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A couple walking hand in hand on a beach with floral arches.
A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.
A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a fireplace.

3. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
  • Bask in sun-kissed bliss on the sandy shores, where beach shuttles whisk you to volleyball courts and waterfront dining beckons.
AU$556
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Seascape Beach Resort
A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, a covered seating area, and a potted plant.
A garden with a stone pathway, various plants, and a wooden structure.
A living room with a grey sofa, a wooden chair, a glass coffee table, a TV on a wooden stand, and a mirror with decorative elements.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a built-in oven, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of trees.

4. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
Aptos
AU$467
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and dry grass along the shore.

5. Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
AU$737
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
A neatly made bed with white linens, a teal pillow with "HOME sweet home" text, a bedside lamp, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, a red umbrella, and a wooden fence.
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on a brick wall.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a tiled backsplash.

6. 3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!

3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
Rio del Mar
3 Bedroom Home - Walking distance to beach!
A coastal view with a beach, trees, and a distant hilly landscape.
A stone fireplace with a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.
A resort with a water feature, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with trees and a view of the sea.

7. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
AU$524
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and a path leading to a forested area.

8. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
AU$737
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
A coastal landscape with a beach, grassy hills, and trees.
A multi-story building with outdoor seating areas, potted plants, and umbrellas.

9. Rare Oceanview Studio Seascape Resort!

Rare Oceanview Studio Seascape Resort!
Rio del Mar
AU$784
includes taxes & fees
28 Aug - 29 Aug
Rare Oceanview Studio Seascape Resort!
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore and a distant island.
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a fireplace.
A spacious living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, and a wicker chair. There is a bookshelf with various items and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A wooden sign with the words "BEACHGATE" and an arrow pointing to the left, surrounded by rocks, plants, and flip-flops.

10. Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
AU$1,004
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
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Choose what matters most at beach hotels in Aptos

Pool
Breakfast included
4 stars
5 stars
All-inclusive

Beach hotels with pools in Aptos

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
AU$243
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.
A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.
A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
AU$556
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Seascape Beach Resort
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 hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Rio del Mar
AU$231
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and dry grass along the shore.

Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
AU$737
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Ocean view! Fantastic Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and a path leading to a forested area.

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
Rio del Mar
AU$737
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!
A stone fireplace with a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.
A resort with a water feature, palm trees, and a building with balconies.
A coastal view with a beach, trees, and a distant hilly landscape.
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a coastal area with trees and a view of the sea.

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
AU$524
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the ocean at sunset.
A chandelier with a unique design featuring multiple shells.
A balcony with two glasses of white wine, overlooking a sunset over the ocean with houses in the background.
A sign for Seascape Resort with a guest registration area, a restaurant, and a lounge.

"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"

"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"
Rio del Mar
AU$1,067
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
"2-bedroom Condo with Excellent Ocean View at Seascape Resort, Aptos"
An aerial view of a coastal area with a sandy beach, a clear blue ocean, and a residential area with houses and greenery.
A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two pillows, and a blue accent pillow. There are two wall-mounted lamps on either side of the bed.
A coastal view with a clear sky, a beach, and a row of houses.
A circular stone fire pit with a conical roof in a lobby area with large windows and a high ceiling.

Spectacular Ocean View - Heated 80° Pool - Seascape

Spectacular Ocean View - Heated 80° Pool - Seascape
Rio del Mar
AU$788
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Spectacular Ocean View - Heated 80° Pool - Seascape
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Top Aptos Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"Paradox is my go-to hotel in Santa Cruz! Great location, convenient to everything and a relaxed fun atmosphere with terrific staff."
Daniela 6-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10/10 Excellent
"Always a great stay. Well kept and beautiful views."
Robert 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent
"I was able to rest and enjoyed my stay here. Everything was good. The only thing when we got there I was confused because it look different from the pictures they have on the app. The manager told be that they just had remodel the place. But overall very happy and the breakfast was good."
Anita 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

8/10 Good
"Everything was good. I just wish they didn’t charge $20 for parking."
Alexander 1-night trip
Posted 11 hours ago
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent
"Clean,pool and hot tub was nice great location walking distance to pier"
Rebecca 1-night trip
Posted 16 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"My son and I stayed one night it was lovley. It was clean and the grounds were beautiful. It was a 15min walk to the beach. They had live music on Tuesday night and it was really good. We sat by the koi pond had a cocktail listening to the music, my son had the deviled eggs that he said were fabulous. I would definitely stay again and recommend to friends."
Lori 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

8/10 Good
"Está muy limpio cómodo y en buen lugar"
Araceli 1-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Frequently asked questions

What is Aptos like for travellers who love the beach?
Known for its beaches and restaurants, Aptos offers a lot for the traveller booking a beach holiday.
What's the best accommodation option for a beach holiday in Aptos?
Seascape Beach Resort is a top beachfront hotel with 3 outdoor pools and free valet parking, and it's located close to Beer Can Beach .
How many beach hotels will I find in Aptos?
Choose from one of Expedia's 20 hotels in Aptos for your beachside break.
When's the best time for a beach holiday in Aptos?
You can plan your beach trip with this snapshot of weather throughout the year 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.
What is there to see and do around Aptos?
After checking into your accommodation of choice, you'll probably want to venture out and explore. If you can't wait to check out the beaches, head to Seacliff State Beach or New Brighton State Beach for a relaxing day by the water. Treat your taste buds to the area's restaurants, and make time for local attractions such as Monterey Bay and Rio Del Mar Beach. For additional things to see and do, consider a visit to Seascape Golf Club or Cabrillo College.
What's the best way to get to my beach hotel in Aptos?
Here's some information to help you get to and around your beach accommodation in Aptos with ease. To get to Aptos, you can fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), the closest major airport, which is located 6.8 mi (11 km) from the city centre. If you'd like to venture out around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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