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Our top choices for Aptos cheap hotels

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.
An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.
A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.
A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aptos
United States
Michael
₩143,364
₩166,540 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a television, a coffee maker, and a view of the outdoors.
A lobby with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a painting.
A hotel with a tiled roof, a parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Rio del Mar
United States
Rich
₩155,521
₩180,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
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 resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

3. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio del Mar
United States
Haleh
₩293,762
₩437,915 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seascape Beach Resort
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 modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Capitola
United States
Nhu
₩138,204
₩159,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 14 - Oct 15
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.
A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.
A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.
A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

5. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Justin
₩80,302
₩115,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Seaside Inn & Suites
An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.
A yellow building with a pergola, a statue, and a parking lot.
A hotel room with a bathroom, a desk, a bed, and a window.
A hotel sign with a logo and name, surrounded by a well-maintained garden with various plants and a stone wall.

6. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
SONIA ARACELI MATA
₩81,616
₩115,024 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.
A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.
A row of motel buildings with orange doors and railings, featuring a central staircase and a parking lot.
A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Michael
₩103,680
₩133,672 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Beachview Inn
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
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.
A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Santa Cruz
United States
Anna Christine
₩183,169
₩210,841 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
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.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.
A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Santa Cruz
United States
Nathan
₩180,865
₩208,261 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.
A restaurant with a wooden dining table, chairs, and a vase of flowers.
A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.
A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

10. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
Westside Santa Cruz
United States
Carmen
₩113,203
₩133,468 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn
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Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

8/10 Good
"Restock the doggie bags"
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Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

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When is the best time for a budget trip to Aptos?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to Aptos, and keep in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Aptos is 27 inches.
What is there to see and do in Aptos?
Aptos draws tourists with its fantastic dining options and offers plenty to see and do without spending a fortune. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, such as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay, and then make time for other wallet-friendly activities. Enjoy the local natural beauty at Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach, or check out the area's cultural spots like Aptos History Museum.
How can I get to Aptos and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in Aptos can help keep you on budget. The most convenient airport is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), situated 6.8 mi (11 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, you can arrange flights in and out of Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 26.6 mi (42.8 km) away. Aptos may not have many public transit options so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to explore more of the area.

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