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Los Gatos Garden Inn - Executive Suite - Lilacs
Wonderful little hidden gem in Los Gatos. Has old town charm. Clean rooms. All wood/tile flooring so no dirty carpets. Very affordable given location and what you get. Walls are a bit thin (probably due to the age of the hotel) so neighbors can be kind of noisy even at just conversational tones. WiFi was great 90%of the time. Dropped once in a while but not enough to be a problem. Highly recommend if you are visiting anywhere close to the area. Would make an excellent base for exploring the area.

Los Gatos Garden Inn - Patio King
Amazing stay and very kind hosts!

Los Gatos Garden Inn - Executive Suite - Roses
Great place to stay! Great location, cozy yet spacious, full kitchen, pleasant courtyard, easy and friendly check-in.

Renovated Deluxe Family Cottage by the Beach
Great location, room was clean and tidy. Nice having a kitchen as well as bedrooms. We had a wonderful time.

Los Gatos Garden Inn, Standard Deluxe, Tulip
Would definitely recommend

Los Gatos Garden Inn - Executive Suite - Daisy
Fantastic location. Very safe. Decor slightly dated if you are precious about those things. It’s spotlessly clean, the beds are very comfortable and showers are good. What more could you want!

Steps to beach, boardwalk, pier, shop, restaurants
you need to use a better view of your house on airbnb, cause we see only the tree not your house, and your house his amazing

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Capitola oceanfront vacation rentals

One of a kind full River and Ocean view!
Amazing views of the Pajaro River and the ocean. Perfect place for wildlife viewing. We enjoyed the comfortable seating area with panoramic coastline views through the large picture windows. There's also a nice deck attached to the living room and master bedroom.

Magical & Romantic Beachfront Home at Pajaro Dunes
We were so delighted to find this place- it exceeded our expectations. Lovely to wake up listening to the ocean and such a joy to return here every day. Fantastic views of the long, sandy beach and ocean which is just right in front of the property. This is a spacious property with beautiful interiors. The kitchen is also very well- equipped. Highly recommended. We had the pleasure of meeting Jo which was a delight. Thank you so much, Jo!

Beachfront Tranquility
We had such a relaxing time! So close to the beach, loved being able to walk out the door and be at the ocean. We could hear the waves at night. Sunsets were beautiful. The condo was perfect for us, had everything we needed! Great place to stay!

180° Oceanview Condo-Surfboards-Bikes
I highly recommend staying here. Its absolutely beautiful. Perfect location right across the street from Capitila Beach, Margaritaville, Zeldas and many more restaurants and shops. The studio is clean and very comfortable. Trust me you'll love this place! Thanks Evan

Beach Front Villa at Seascape Resort
Staying at Seascape was the perfect kid-friendly vacation. The pool was easy to access from our condo and the views were beautiful. The condo's set-up with two bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs and a half bath downstairs was great for our family of 5. The private beach was beautiful - we saw otters, whales, and my son found two perfect sand dollars walking down the beach. It was a little bit of a trek to get down to the beach with three little kids and all the beach gear, but once we were there no one wanted to leave. Several near-by restaurants were delicious, especially the newly opened Dos Pescados. It was fairly easy to get into Santa Cruz too, but we did have to time traffic or it would double the drive time (to almost 45 minutes).

Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
Location location location! This home was steps from the beach and was so lovely to listen to the waves crashing from the comfort of our bed! Walkable to local coffee shop, deli and restaurant for yummy happy hour. 3 stories was nice for 2 families, each family had their own floor. Jaleh was very responsive if we had questions!

180°OceanView+HotTub+EBikes+Surfboards+SUPS+Kayak
We LOVED our stay at Evan’s place. Exactly as described. We took advantage of all the things including a dry sauna, a hot tub and the bikes. I was able to even get in a day surfing. I brought my own wetsuit, and borrowed a board. My 3 year old referred to it as our “vacation house”. We will absolutely be coming back.

Full Ocean View Cottage!HotTub+Bikes+Srfbrds+Kayak
What a find! A cozy, clean, well appointed home in a perfect location! A very short walk to a stunning, uncrowded beach and a gorgeous stroll down West Cliff Drive for sunset. We loved the Adirondack chairs on the deck with a view of the water - perfect spot for a morning cup of coffee and an evening glass of wine. Hosts were excellent, friendly, and very quickly addressed an unexpected issue. The whole family wants to return soon!
Dog friendly vacation rentals in Capitola

cute cottage walking distance to beach
Sand Dollar Inn is a great place to stay if you stay someplace with a peaceful 10 minute walk to an uncrowded beach. I felt like I was on retreat. It's situated in a lovely, quiet neighborhood, great for birding. The kitchen is well equipped. It is located conveniently in the Monterey Bay between Santa Cruz and Monterey. The hosts were available for questions. It is a great place for pets and kids.

Boardwalk Beach Retreat | .5 mi to Beach | 3bd/3bt
Lovely condo, back from the street, so relatively quiet. Clear instructions, roomy. The place was much better decorated than other AirBnBs, with vintage Santa Cruz photos and lovely Santa Cruz art posters. We’ll definitely come back.

Surf cottage Pleasure Point walk to surf/ coffee
Annie was a great host and the place was exactly as described and just what we needed for a relaxing beach getaway. We loved the hot tub in the backyard and the beach cottage feel of the place. Thank you for hosting us!

Blue Whale Bungalow
We had such a wonderful stay at Mariam's place! From the moment we booked, Mariam was incredibly kind and communicative, making sure we had everything we needed and answering any questions right away. The house was spotless and super cozy — the perfect size for our family of four and our two pups! It's in a peaceful, quiet neighborhood, just a short walk to the beach, which was a huge plus for us. We felt so at home and would absolutely love to come back. Thank you again, Mariam, for such a lovely experience!

Cozy Home*Dog Friendly* State Parks Pass Include
Pleasant stay, nicely decorated and slept my family of 5 adults in comfort. Dog friendly as advertised but you would not know it because there was no smell or hair on our clothes. Walking distance to restaurants grocery store and coffee shop. This was my first time to rent a home form airbnb and I'd do it again based on this stay.

Gorgeous Bungalow 3 blocks to beach
My family and dog stayed at Jeremy’s house for 5 days and loved every minute. The house is very spacious and airy, super well-maintained with lots of room to relax and enjoy. The front and back yards are big and perfect for a dog and kids. Everything you’d need is covered, from outdoor shower to a handy pooper scooper and toys for the dog. The neighborhood is quiet and safe, yet only 3 minutes walk to great burgers, pizza or Mexican food. And only 8 minute walk to The Hook or 38th Ave for surfing or beach. 5 minute drive or an easy bike ride to downtown Capitola. Jeremy was a fantastic host, always asking if we needed anything. Will definitely visit again!

Cozy cabin the Redwoods - Dogs Welcome!
So peaceful and beautiful. Cozy inside, spacious yard outside. The dog loved exploring in the yard.

Aptos Sea Haven at the Beach
our family stayed at Teresa and Jules's to escape the heat wave at home and enjoy some beach time. Their home is beautiful with enough space for us to rest comfortably. the location really is perfect! Just a few short blocks from the beach, a deli, restaurant and coffee shop. Even for a short trip we had such a great time and would gladly stay here again
Quick stats about vacation rentals in Capitola
Total rentals
210 properties
Total number of reviews
12K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
140 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
50 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
10 properties have a pool
Rentals with dedicated workspaces
70 properties have a dedicated workspace
Your guide to Capitola
Welcome to Capitola
Established as a summer cottage escape, the small town of Capitola has stayed true to its roots as one of California’s first marquee resort destinations. Here you can wander a winding esplanade through the cozy village hugged by ocean bluffs, exploring clusters of Craftsman-style homes, galleries, breweries, and boutiques. Waterfront bistros serve food and cocktails alongside tranquil views, and wine tasting rooms offer wares from nearby vineyards. You can easily spend the day relaxing in the sun or learning to surf at Capitola's big sandy beach, which is dotted with bright, candy-colored storefronts. Begin your evening by taking in the sunset from the tip of a 855-foot wooden pier. Located just south of Santa Cruz, Capitola provides a low-key alternative to its neighbor’s buzzy boardwalk amusement park, making it an ideal base for exploring Northern California’s coastal charms.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Capitola
If you’re hoping for a classic beach vacation, summer and the early months of fall are the best time to enjoy Capitola. Warm weather entices people to the beach, where sun worshippers lounge on the sand or try their luck at boogie boarding and surfing in the gentle waves. Sidewalk dining buzzes, and the town hosts outdoor concerts, movies, and art fairs, including the Capitola Art and Wine Festival in September, featuring more than 160 artists and 20 wineries. As fall fades into winter, you’ll still encounter sunny days, but also cooler temps, fog, and rain showers. These seasons also mean fewer crowds, though — and a walk along the beach under foggy skies can be just as picturesque as on a summer day. (Note that even in the summer, mornings and evenings can be fogged in, so bring extra layers.)
Top things to do in Capitola
New Brighton State Beach
While Capitola Beach is the main waterfront draw, nearby New Brighton State Beach is an under-the-radar gem. This undeveloped swatch of coastline boasts dramatic tree-topped bluffs and uninterrupted vistas of Monterey Bay. Explore the beach via hiking trails, and stop by the nature center — open in spring and summer — to learn more about its history and environs.
Soquel
This 150-year-old community a mere five-minute drive from Capitola is an appealing collection of mom-and-pop antique shops perfect for a day of leisurely browsing. After you’ve located a unique treasure to take home, unwind with a tipple at a local winery.
Bigfoot Discovery Museum
Southern California can keep its movie stars. In Northern California, the most famous resident is a hairy humanoid who roams the redwoods named Bigfoot. Journey about 20 minutes inland from Capitola to the forested town of Felton to visit the diminutive and quirky Bigfoot Discovery Museum, which offers proof (if you choose to see it that way) of the creature's existence, alongside pop culture memorabilia.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there vacation rentals with a dedicated workspace in Capitola?
Yes! Work meets play with ease at over 70 vacation rentals in Capitola featuring dedicated workspaces. Stay connected and productive in your home away from home.
How much does it cost to stay in hotel rentals in Capitola?
Experience the best of Capitola with our hotel rentals, starting at about $340 per day, before taxes and fees. Embrace comfort and style while staying within your budget in your home away from home.
Are there pet-friendly vacation rentals in Capitola?
Four-legged friends are welcome in Capitola. Choose from more than 50 vacation rentals for guests traveling with pets.
Are there Capitola vacation rentals on Airbnb with pools?
Yes! Dive into the perfect getaway at one of over 10 vacation homes with pools in Capitola, available on Airbnb. Make a splash and soak up the sun in style!
Do house rentals in Capitola have a gym?
Absolutely! We offer over 10 house rentals with a gym in Capitola. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Do house rentals in Capitola have a bbq area?
Absolutely! We offer over 40 house rentals with a bbq area in Capitola. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Do house rentals in Capitola have self check-in?
Absolutely! We offer over 30 house rentals with self check-in in Capitola. Enjoy a tailored experience with all the comforts you desire.
Are there family-friendly townhouse rentals in Capitola?
Capitola has more than 10 family-friendly townhouse rentals. Amenities on the property may include high chairs, travel cribs, or strollers.
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