Hotels in Rio del Mar

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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Our stay was great. Wish all the rooms had A/C though and miss the continental breakfast"
United States
Alex
The price is $160
$184 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Amazing view Very clean"
United States
Leyla
The price is $288
$403 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Seascape Beach Resort
Bar (on property)

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,163 reviews)
"Clean room. Great property. Amazing Hikes close by. We Love a pool, hot tub and room service!"
United States
Melanie
The price is $180
$206 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Staff was great room was clean "
United States
Kristina
The price is $129
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff and the entire cottage is just beautiful and pleasant."
United States
Maria Isabel
The price is $191
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Monarch Cove Inn
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,015 reviews)
"Hotel was very clean and room was super spacious great variety for breakfast and all staff was super nice"
United States
karissa
The price is $126
$146 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
Property grounds

Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Breakfast is really good the staff are professional and attentive . "
United States
Gina
The price is $159
$228 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Chaminade Resort & Spa
Lobby

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, modern, functional, and located in an area that had plenty of options."
United States
Patrick
The price is $169
$194 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
Free buffet breakfast

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Convenient location. Lots of parking space."
United States
Qiaozhi
The price is $114
$132 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Lobby

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"We always stay here when visiting Santa Cruz. Great location, clean, nice jacuzzi plus hot breakfast."
United States
Ellen
The price is $186
$213 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds (surcharge), WiFi (free)

Comfort Inn Watsonville

Comfort Inn Watsonville
2.5 star property
9.7 km from Rio del Mar
7.0 out of 10, Good, (657 reviews)
"There are no frills but a clean comfortable room with a helpful staff. The hoyel is close to everything and quiet."
United States
Julie
The price is $125
$144 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Comfort Inn Watsonville
Free continental breakfast

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
12 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"The staff was excellent, friendly, professional and very kind-hearted. We definitely plan to come back."
United States
James
The price is $135
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 4 - Aug 5
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Short walk to boardwalk and very friendly staff that treat kids amazing"
United States
AMY DEAL
The price is $149
$172 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Carousel Beach Inn
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,097 reviews)
"Clean & fairly quiet. Nice neighbor hood."
United States
nathan
The price is $89
$119 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Seaside Inn & Suites
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
10.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (433 reviews)
"It was nice with a full kitchen no carpet very clean. Would go back there again for sure."
United States
Douglas
The price is $140
$159 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Property amenity

Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
13 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"Place is clean and comfortable. Stayed 2 nights and had everything we needed. Beds were comfortable. Right next to the highway so it’s convenient but you do hear traffic early in the morning. Otherwise a nice place to stay"
United States
Natalie
The price is $149
$170 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Inn At Pasatiempo
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
12.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,488 reviews)
"Great pool and hot tubs 2). Also very attentive service."
United States
David
The price is $107
$136 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Lobby lounge

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
15.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,010 reviews)
"The room was spacious and perfect for our family, and everything in the hotel was calm and quiet. The fire pits were a lovely evening enhancement and we truly enjoyed the hospitality and atmosphere"
United States
Krystle
The price is $135
$154 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"The location was excellent within walking distance to all the main spots to see in Santa Cruz and the staff was amazing. Breakfast was delicious and the hotel architecture is beautiful. The best stay ever and my wife enjoyed it and so did I."
United States
Maximo
The price is $163
$187 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
14.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (690 reviews)
"Amazing helpful staff, wonderful breakfast. Quiet stay."
United States
Benjamin
The price is $147
$169 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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When is the best time to visit Rio del Mar?

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Top landmarks in Rio del Mar

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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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Surprised at the quality of this La Quinta property. Extremely nice, clean, rooms were nice, bed comfortable. Complimentary breakfast was better than expected. Great location, 2 min walk to the beach, maybe 5 min walk to the boardwalk."
Melinda 2-night trip
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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