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Cheap Hotels in Aptos

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A lobby with a mural of a forest and moon, seating area with sofas and a coffee table, and a stone wall.

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Aptos

$106

$123 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

2. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

$289

$404 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a kitchen area with a sink and counter.

A hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.

3. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio del Mar

$130

$150 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Capitola

$98

$113 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

5. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Santa Cruz

$133

$154 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Santa Cruz

$135

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

A snack and treat display area with shelves of various snacks and a chalkboard sign.

7. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Watsonville

$122

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

A mini-fridge stocked with beverages and a freezer with frozen desserts.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites sign with a clear view of the hotel building in the background.

A breakfast bar with labeled sections for cereal and fruit, a blue oatmeal container, and a variety of condiments and utensils.

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Watsonville

$126

$146 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A hotel room with a wooden wardrobe, a mirror, a robe, and a minibar.

9. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Santa Cruz

$159

$228 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

A modern reception area with a flat-screen TV, wooden shelving, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a central bar area, red and yellow seating, and framed artwork on the walls.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, surrounded by a wooden fence and trees.

10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

Morgan Hill

$125

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Westside Santa Cruz

$80

$105 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A hotel room with a wooden desk, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a mini-fridge, a chair, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz

$95

$110 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

A multi-story hotel entrance with a central staircase, surrounded by planters and a sign reading "Courtyard by Marriott".

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a counter with coffee machines.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, a glass coffee table, and a bar with stools.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

$136

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

14. Inn At Pasatiempo

Santa Cruz

$101

$117 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

15. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz

$110

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

16. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

$135

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A modern bathroom with a sink, mirror, and microwave.

A store interior with shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, a large sign reading "TREATS", and a mural on the wall.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a built-in microwave.

17. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

Gilroy

$114

$127 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Westside Santa Cruz

$127

$147 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, large windows, and modern furnishings.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a landscaped front yard.

A hotel reception area with wooden reception desks, a patterned wall, and a shop named "The Shop" in the background.

19. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Gilroy

$110

$122 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

20. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

$135

$156 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Top neighborhoods in Aptos

A natural rock arch formation on a beach with waves crashing below.

A group of people sitting around a campfire on a beach at sunset.

A beach at sunset with the sun low on the horizon, casting a warm glow over the sand and water.

A large, isolated structure in the water with a flat top and a steep incline.

A beach with driftwood, a pier, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

Rio del Mar

The Rio del Mar neighborhood has lots to see including Monterey Bay and Seascape Golf Club.

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A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.

Seacliff

The Seacliff neighborhood has lots to see including Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach.

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Aptos Village

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Top landmarks in Aptos

A pier extending into the ocean at sunset with the sun reflecting on the water.

Rio Del Mar Beach

9.2/10 (216 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Rio Del Mar Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from central Aptos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Beer Can Beach located nearby.

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Seacliff State Beach

9.0/10 (201 reviews)

Whether you want to hunt for sand dollars or smell the fresh air, Seacliff State Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1 mi (1.6 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at New Brighton State Beach and Potbelly Beach, located nearby.

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A beach with tall grasses in the foreground and a calm sea in the background.

New Brighton State Beach

8.8/10 (47 reviews)

If being by the water is a major draw, New Brighton State Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at Potbelly Beach, just a short walk away.

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A golf course with a flag, a green, and a view of the ocean.

Seascape Golf Club

8.6/10 (27 reviews)

You might want to play some rounds at Seascape Golf Club, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Aptos. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches. If Seascape Golf Club doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Pasatiempo Golf Course and DeLaveaga Golf Course are all just a short drive away.

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A couple walking on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.

Potbelly Beach

7.6/10 (7 reviews)

Whether you want to collect beach glass or watch the sunset, Potbelly Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Aptos. Catch the sunset by the shore at New Brighton State Beach, just a short walk away.

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Beer Can Beach

8.0/10 (6 reviews)

If want to top up your tan, you might want to head out to Beer Can Beach, located 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from central Aptos. If you want to continue walking by the waves, head to Rio Del Mar Beach located nearby.

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Aptos History Museum

7.0/10 (10 reviews)

Aptos History Museum is 0.6 mi (1 km) from central Aptos, why not stop by during your stay. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is walkable and has lots of nice beaches. If you want to experience more of the culture Aptos has to offer, head to Seacliff State Beach, Cabrillo College, and New Brighton State Beach.

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Nicholson Vineyards

7.4/10 (11 reviews)

Travelers might want a tour of Nicholson Vineyards, just one of the places to visit, and located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Day Valley. Hotels.com travelers also say the area is full of friendly people and has lots of nice beaches.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any cheap motels in Aptos?

If you're eager to find a budget-friendly place to stay in Aptos, consider booking a motel. Take a look at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals where you'll find free WiFi and free parking.

What are the best cheap things to do in Aptos?

Sightseeing doesn't mean you have to blow the budget. For some things to do in Aptos, enjoy the outdoors at Monterey Bay or Rio Del Mar Beach. Don't forget to include a visit to Seacliff State Beach.