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Our top choices for Aptos motels

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

1. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is ฿4,329
฿4,999 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

2. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (481 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is ฿2,695
฿3,117 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Oct - 16 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

3. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,560 reviews)
The price is ฿2,491
฿3,313 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

4. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Its location is wonderful"
United States
Ramesh
The price is ฿2,013
฿2,697 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is ฿3,083
฿3,836 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Mission Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

6. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
United States
Michael
The price is ฿2,271
฿2,979 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Beachview Inn
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

7. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (278 reviews)
"I opted to stay an additional night, I liked this property so much!!!"
United States
Michael
The price is ฿2,355
฿2,715 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
National 9 Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

8. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
The price is ฿2,288
฿2,661 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

9. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (161 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is ฿2,362
฿2,645 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Drift Inn
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

10. 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)
"Nice staff, clean and close to the beach!"
United States
Irinea
The price is ฿2,523
฿3,125 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
A red train with the number 2600 traveling on a track alongside a beach.

11. Motel Santa Cruz

Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
5.2 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"The owner I was really nice and she helped me out with my reservations and we have lovely night there"
United States
Jesus
The price is ฿2,658
฿3,283 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Motel Santa Cruz
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

12. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,244 reviews)
"Incredible stay. Friendly staff and great rate"
United States
Amra
The price is ฿2,044
฿2,575 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Surf City Inn and Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a large painting, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

13. 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)
The price is ฿2,573
฿2,982 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Super 8 by Wyndham Santa Cruz Beach
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14. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (142 reviews)
"Clean , and close to Santa Cruz boardwalk"
United States
Julio
The price is ฿3,028
฿3,490 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Salt Air Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and a mirror.

15. Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.0 out of 10, (712 reviews)
"The hotel was good. The room was clean, and the staff was really kind to us. We reserved it only to go to sleep, and it was perfect for us. Around the hotel, you can find a gas station and different restaurants or fast-food options."
United States
Vicente
The price is ฿2,658
฿3,076 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, a sliding glass door to a balcony, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

16. Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"great stay"
United States
Holly
The price is ฿2,631
฿3,057 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Torch Lite Inn
A reception area with a framed floral artwork, a bulletin board with various advertisements, a potted orchid, and a sign thanking guests.

17. Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
6.6 out of 10, (656 reviews)
"Amazing staff,very helpfull and accommodating! Room was really clean with freshly restored bathroom. Walking distance from boardwalk and convenient stores. Extremely quiet and peacefull We will definitely come back"
United States
Karim
The price is ฿2,018
฿2,506 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Capri Motel
A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

18. 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, (1,002 reviews)
The price is ฿3,975
฿4,563 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A parking lot with several cars and people walking.

19. Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,005 reviews)
The price is ฿2,271
฿2,621 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

20. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean, friendly, nice location"
United States
Aaron
The price is ฿2,994
฿3,452 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Top Aptos Hotel Reviews

La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley

La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley

10/10 Excellent
"El hotel es muy bonito, muy ordenado y limpio, el personal es muy amable, volveria sin dudarlo a hospedarme aqui"
Alexi 2-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
La Hacienda San Jose Silicon Valley

Find out more about Aptos

Aptos Motels information

Number of reviews
8,457
Accommodation
59 Motels
Lowest Price
฿2,506
Highest Price
฿4,999

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. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area: Free WiFi, a snack bar/deli and parking are available during your stay. Central Aptos is 7.5 mi (12.2 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. Mission Inn: Central Aptos is 8.2 mi (13.2 km) away. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA: 18.7 mi (30.1 km) from the heart of Aptos. Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
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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