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Our top choices for Aptos motels

1. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is RM467
RM541 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

2. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (465 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is RM348
RM402 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn

3. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"The property were surprisingly fresh and clean"
United States
Aleksandr
The price is RM309
RM387 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

4. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,535 reviews)
"Fantastic location, spacious room, comfy bed and a reasonable price; all good!"
United States
Carolyn
The price is RM326
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge

5. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
United States
Javier
The price is RM311
RM401 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Beachview Inn

6. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"The aRiverside Inn was a nice place to stay. If I’m ever in Santa Cruz again, I’ll try to stay there."
United States
Denny
The price is RM277
RM322 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

7. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay! You can walk to the beach, they have treats they hand out at the check in office and the pool is nice and warm. Everyone was very friendly."
United States
Julie
The price is RM570
RM656 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Beach Street Inn and Suites

8. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (130 reviews)
"Despite claims of a recent remodel, the bed was tough and felt like an outdated box-spring. We were stuck next to a loud ice machine that cycled on and off all night; the hotel was full so they couldn’t move us. Walls had unexplained stains running down them, and the bathroom had about five flies we had to swat. There was a mini fridge and microwave; however, there was a coffee maker— no cups, coffee, or tea. No ice bucket or bags either, and the lobby didn’t even have a fork. This was a real...
United States
Isaac
The price is RM403
RM463 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Salt Air Lodge

9. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (264 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."
United States
James
The price is RM688
RM780 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
National 9 Santa Cruz

10. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (152 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is RM286
RM320 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Drift Inn

11. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,204 reviews)
"Enjoyed the hot tub and the proximity to the Boardwalk!"
United States
Heather
The price is RM280
RM348 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Surf City Inn and Suites

12. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, good location"
United States
Hoa
The price is RM412
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mission Inn

13. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (643 reviews)
"Very convenient location"
United States
Daniel
The price is RM248
RM308 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Capri Motel

14. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Location is great"
United States
Brian
The price is RM289
RM387 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

15. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,024 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, owners were very nice and accomadating."
United States
Randi
The price is RM305
RM378 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

16. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"The room had an awesome view of the Boardwalk!"
United States
Rosa
The price is RM370
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Aqua Breeze Inn

17. Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Wonderful staff!! Great Location in relation to boardwalk!!"
United States
jennifer
The price is RM362
RM418 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach

18. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"The gentleman at the desk was so kind, clean rooms, decent bed, great walk to the boardwalk and overall felt very safe and comfortable."
United States
Nevaeh
The price is RM343
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Torch Lite Inn

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super clean and great location! Price is right and would stay again! Easy parking too!"
United States
Giana
The price is RM1,277
RM1,443 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz

20. Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
6.0 out of 10, (347 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, convenient shopping nearby"
United States
joseph
The price is RM348
RM401 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Valley Inn
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Aptos Motels information

Number of reviews
9,187
Accommodation
59 Motels
Lowest Price
RM308
Highest Price
RM1,443

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. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is located 11.3 km from the heart of Aptos. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, free Wi-Fi and terrace. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as climate control. Central Aptos is 20.2 mi (32.5 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, Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute and Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park.
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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