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Our top choices for Pajaro holiday rentals

1. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (14 reviews)
"Great location and the room was very cute. Would stay again."
United States
Andrea
The price is NZ$308
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

2. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay
Castroville
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Great room with a view, enjoy a beautiful sunset over Moss Landing and the Pacific Ocean. Totally quiet at night with the sounds of wildlife to wake you up."
United States
Michael T.
The price is NZ$472
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

3. 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
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (85 reviews)
"We loved the location, the kitchen and most of all the view and fire pit!! Celebrated our 30th anniversary. Joe was very friendly, accommodating and helpful."
United States
Kimberly
The price is NZ$588
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

4. Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!
La Selva Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great location and well equipped vacation rental."
United States
Charles C.
The price is NZ$1,132
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

5. 3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!
Aptos
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (17 reviews)
"It was a beautiful house and had everything we needed."
United States
Ken B.
The price is NZ$1,154
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
3 bedroom Aptos Home With Ocean View!

6. Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!
Capitola
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (29 reviews)
"So close to the beach!!!Walking to Zelda’s , Margaritaville, andPizza my Heart was so easy. The bungalow was clean, and ready for renters to relax, and have a GREAT time!Highly recommend "
United States
Nicole L.
The price is NZ$593
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Capitola Village Hideaway Bungalow - Pet friendly!

7. Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (7 reviews)
"Very clean and spacious, perfect for spending lots of time by the beach"
United States
Jacob M.
The price is NZ$1,155
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Coastal Bungalow - Steps From Rio Del Mar Beach!

8. New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub

New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub
Salinas
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (18 reviews)
"Stay here to see my grandkids who live close by. Colton very responsive for any questions."
United States
Barbara R.
The price is NZ$570
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
New, Centrally Located guest house with Modern Amenities and Private Hot Tub

9. Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa
Castroville
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (29 reviews)
"Fabulous place to stay. Super clean, excellent facilities and gorgeous view. "
New Zealand
Sonya H.
The price is NZ$590
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

10. Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!
3.5 star property
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"Nice family trip to the beach. The condo was spacious and the primary bedroom was fantastic. The other two bedrooms were small, but were still accommodating. The property is very well maintained. There’s paths to walk on for a nature walk and the beach has some hard sand that makes long walks on the beach very easy to do. There were 6 of us that went and there was plenty of space. Great stay!"
United States
Sarah
The price is NZ$1,325
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

11. Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (24 reviews)
"We will definitely be back!"
United States
Laurie B.
The price is NZ$1,333
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Oceanfront Watsonville Condo w/ Beach Access!

12. Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (16 reviews)
"Excellent location, family loved the accommodations and beautiful sunsets."
United States
Gustavo R.
Adorable Rio Del Mar Beach House - Steps to beach!

13. Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor
Eastside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (17 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay with the beach just a few steps away from the front door. The space was clean and we had everything we needed for our stay. "
United States
Jessica P.
The price is NZ$642
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Harbor House A, overlooking Santa Cruz Harbor

14. Garfield West

Garfield West
West Salinas
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (43 reviews)
"Nice cozy house for a family of 5 or 6."
United States
Samia
The price is NZ$300
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Garfield West

15. Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5

Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5
La Selva Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (6 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay! "
United States
sarah h.
The price is NZ$513
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5

16. Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!
Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (286 reviews)
"Wonderful property and great host! Such a relaxing and wonderful experience. Will be back again soon! "
United States
Kristina C.
The price is NZ$1,338
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

17. Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach
Seacliff
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (26 reviews)
"Overall, it was the perfect place for a quiet, restful weekend getaway. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shopping areas. "
United States
Alex D.
The price is NZ$906
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Spruce Beach Cottage - Walk to beach

18. 2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views
Rio del Mar
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful condo with sweeping views! Beach access was easy and the location was convenient to so many activities."
United States
Wendy B.
The price is NZ$922
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
2 bedroom Rio Del Mar Apt - Stunning Ocean Views

19. Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Rio del Mar
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (273 reviews)
"Great host and location."
United States
Travis
The price is NZ$656
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

20. Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly

Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
Capitola
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Great location and very comfortable and clean!!Fairly quiet."
United States
Audrey T.
The price is NZ$747
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Capitola Village Work-Live Loft - Pet Friendly
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Find out more about Pajaro

You always said you would go on a dream holiday someday. Now, someday is here. But you don’t just want to dip your toe into the trip of a lifetime, you want to cannonball into the deep end. Go ahead, unplug and unwind in style. When you book one of our Pajaro holiday rentals, the ordinary is in the rearview. Instead of sharing your vacation with hundreds of hotel guests, you get to take advantage of all the space at your private apartment. You also get to enjoy all the amenities of a private residence for a truly unique and memorable stay. Why don’t you take off your shoes and settle in for a while? Your holiday just got upgraded.

As much as you love your vacation rental, it’s always good to get out and explore to soak up Pajaro. Live like a local: Eat regional food, cheer on the home team, and visit the best cultural attractions in town. No matter the season, there is always something going on in Pajaro. Seeing all the best attractions is bound to make you fall in love with Pajaro. Who knows, you may even be tempted to extend your stay. There’s a reason home rentals are so popular here—after a long day of exploration, going back to your very own living room to stretch out is a dream come true. 

It’s your escape so why share it? You deserve your own slice of paradise. Booking your holiday rental on Expedia is simple and safe. Just pick your dates to search for the perfect property and book securely. We let you contact the property owner directly to make any special arrangements. All that’s left to do is show up with bells on and have a memorable vacation. With all the amenities available in Pajaro short-term rentals, that won’t be hard to do.

Frequently asked questions

Can I find a holiday rental in Pajaro?

Yes, there are holiday rentals close to the most popular sights in Pajaro, or you can select a more secluded option if you're looking for a relaxing stay.

What are some of the best holiday rentals that Pajaro has to offer?

Spacious Santa Cruz Beach Home, Walk to the Ocean, Game Room, Pet Friendly!: This holiday home rental outside of Pajaro is located on a lake, and has a fireplace, a balcony and a BBQ to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 6 bedrooms, as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge and a stovetop, so that you can cook with friends or family. You can relax into your holiday with a garden and a selection of games.

What’s there to see and do in Pajaro?

While exploring the area, visit family-friendly sights like Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, or get outside and enjoy nature at Monterey Bay. In the wider area, you’ll find Sunset State Beach and Manresa State Beach.

What are holiday rentals like in Pajaro?

Holiday rentals are private properties where you can stay for a few weeks, or just a few days, in Pajaro. Holiday rentals offer amenities such as WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel right at home. If you're concerned about a sanitised environment, a holiday rental can offer a sense of security away from shared hotel lifts and lobbies bustling with people while still allowing you the experience of travel. You'll also get more space in a holiday rental than in a hotel, which makes a holiday rental a popular option for a family trip or a small group gathering.