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19 June - 21 June
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26 June - 28 June
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10 July - 12 July
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7 Aug - 9 Aug

Our top choices for Aptos motels

Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We love this family friendly property. Close enough to walk to the beach!"
United States
Shelly
The price is AU$293
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Garden

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,971 reviews)
"Great place to stay for a few days!"
United States
Dulguun
The price is AU$105
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Front of property

Economy Inn Morgan Hill

Economy Inn Morgan Hill
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (254 reviews)
"Great little spot. Super clean. Great staff."
United States
Mike
The price is AU$107
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Economy Inn Morgan Hill
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,424 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$235
includes taxes & fees
28 June - 29 June
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Hair dryer, towels, soap, shampoo

Budget inn

Budget inn
2.5 star property
Morgan Hill
7.2 out of 10, Good, (20 reviews)
"I just like it out there. Quiet. Stars. Watershed hikes. It's good. Rooms and bath are comfy."
United States
Steven
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Budget inn
Single Room, Non Smoking

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (91 reviews)
"There were restaurants nearby, easy to get to Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk"
United States
Emere
The price is AU$117
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Drift Inn
Exterior

Campbell Inn

Campbell Inn
2.5 star property
Campbell
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,010 reviews)
"Great location walking distance to downtown Campbell. Clean rooms and good price"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$253
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Campbell Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location, lovely place, clean and comfortable rooms, very friendly staff"
United States
Roxana
The price is AU$245
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Mission Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (390 reviews)
"Best in town"
United States
Mike
The price is AU$139
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (221 reviews)
"Room and property grounds were clean. Great stay. Will stay again next time"
United States
Sonny
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
National 9 Santa Cruz
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room location was great, everything near by."
United States
Javier
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Double Queen

Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (470 reviews)
"Nice location close to everything"
United States
Victor
The price is AU$119
includes taxes & fees
14 June - 15 June
Holiday Motel
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (961 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (603 reviews)
"Staff was so nice and this was a perfect hotel close to the Boardwalk. We'll be back!"
United States
Eli
The price is AU$136
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Capri Motel
Exterior

Morganhill Inn Motel

Morganhill Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (241 reviews)
"Clean room, everything worked, lighted parking, nice area."
United States
Abel
The price is AU$109
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
Morganhill Inn Motel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | Bathroom

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
5.8 out of 10, (331 reviews)
"Clean room with no fuss. Excellent value for the price. I would definitely recommend this place."
United States
christopher
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Valley Inn
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Bathroom

ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
Watsonville
7.2 out of 10, Good, (143 reviews)
"Great parking and location "
United States
Shawn
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
15 June - 16 June
ROYAL INN
Seasonal outdoor pool

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Great place to stay for my son and I. Thanks "
United States
joseph
The price is AU$158
includes taxes & fees
10 June - 11 June
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
valentin
The price is AU$112
includes taxes & fees
25 June - 26 June
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Ecotours

Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.0 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"The hotel was a minimal hotel good for an overnight stay. The management, staff and parking was all great! I'd recommend it for the budget and limited amenities. "
United States
Geneva
Motel Santa Cruz
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Top Aptos Hotel Reviews

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

8/10 Good
"These people are nice and they work hard to maintain the property for hotel guests"
Rachel 2-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Find out more about Aptos

Aptos Motels information

Number of reviews
12,841
Accommodation
60 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$105
Highest Price
AU$293

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Aptos?
As you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Aptos has to offer. Top sights include Monterey Bay in Aptos, as well as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find an outdoor pool and free parking. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the car park. In the US, motels boomed after World War II with the appeal of road trip holidays, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Aptos?
Here you'll find some of our customers' favourite motels to book in the larger area. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey is located 32.5 km from the heart of Aptos. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Motel 6 – San Jose, CA - South: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Aptos is 23.8 mi (38.3 km) away. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from the heart of Aptos. Surf City Inn and Suites: Central Aptos is 6.7 mi (10.8 km) away. A full-service spa, free WiFi and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Mission Inn: 8.2 mi (13.2 km) from the heart of Aptos. Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi.
What things can I to do in Aptos?
While you're exploring this family-friendly, walkable area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. Those who've visited Aptos love the beaches. Must-see places in and around Aptos include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Rio Del Mar Beach, Seacliff State Beach and New Brighton State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and Boardwalk Bowl.
What's the seasonal weather like in Aptos?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Aptos to help you plan yours. 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 are my options for getting around Aptos while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about getting around Aptos to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 6.8 mi (11 km) away from the city centre. You can also search for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 26.6 mi (42.8 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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