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Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Staircase
Reception
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping

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611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Room options

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Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 273 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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Room 2: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 2: Deluxe Queen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 3: Standard Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 3: Standard Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 202 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 4: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 4: Deluxe Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Lake view
  • 288 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 5: Deluxe Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 344 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6: Economy Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 6: Economy Queen

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 143 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 7: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 7: Deluxe Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 246 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 8: Economy Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 8: Economy Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 165 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 239 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 217 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 12: Attic Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 12: Attic Queen

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 345 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion

  • River view
  • 275 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 210 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 193 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 187 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 miles (3 km) of Monterey Bay. Boardwalk Bowl and Cocoanut Grove are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer at The Boardwalk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Little Caesars Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪High Tide - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

3-star Victorian hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of Rio Vista Suites, you'll find a garden and coffee/tea in a common area. Wired Internet is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Santa Cruz hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1890
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rio Vista Suites offers 12 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and bathrobes. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rio Vista Suites Hotel Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites Hotel
Rio Vista Suites Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites
Rio Vista Suites Hotel
Rio Vista Suites Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rio Vista Suites to the airport?

Rio Vista Suites is 16.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rio Vista Suites?

As of Jun 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Vista Suites on Jun 16, 2026 start from $129, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rio Vista Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rio Vista Suites.

How close is Rio Vista Suites to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 4.6 mi (17-min drive) from Capitola Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rio Vista Suites offer free breakfast?

Rio Vista Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rio Vista Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rio Vista Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rio Vista Suites?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Rio Vista Suites have a pool?

Rio Vista Suites does not have a pool.

Does Rio Vista Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rio Vista Suites to downtown Santa Cruz?

Rio Vista Suites is 0.8 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Rio Vista Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 570 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 220 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 115 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lizeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Cute, quiet, and a great location near the beach. Staff was friendly and our room was clean and spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy check-in, clean, convenient...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet!! Such a quaint hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place for a one night stop. Friendly staff. Nice coffee setup in main level. Would happily stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hidden Gem.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely beautiful place to stay! Rooms are a bit small but all renovated and very clean. Staff was very helpful and quick to respond to a small issue we had. And only two blocks away from the boardwalk….highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, pleasant, fun room. Friendly clerk.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sierra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shantay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were excellent and staff as well. They locked our bikes up in storage so that we did not have to lug them upstairs. Rio Vista is a real find in Santa Cruz. Will stay there again. A really great value.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The home was nicely renovated, neat and clean. Staff was friendly and helpful. The bed was quite comfortable. The location was ideal, and neighborhood quiet with the river near by. We were surprised to find out that the photo of breakfast offered is incorrect. Coffee and tea are the only things offered, the photo on Expedia shows pastries and fruit. We were told that was no longer offered.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ildy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Adorable place! Great location. Very cozy. And there's a hotel kitty named Rio who's just adorable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a really nice location and very cute from the lobby to the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great! Super helpful and kind. Will definitely be staying here again and have already recommended to others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rio Vista Suites is a great option if you want to be near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk at a reasonable price if you book ahead of time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I will stay there again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sridhar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The property was in great condition and the staff were very helpful and friendly. Loved the access to free beverages during our stay. The location is in perfect proximity to the boardwalk as well as downtown. We were able to walk just about everywhere that we wanted to go.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin T

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price and location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
For us it was perfect!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super kind and accommodating and the room was lovely.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint Victorian house very proximal to the Boardwalk, easy check in and check out. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lilly was so wonderful! She upgraded our room and the service was great. We only stayed one night, but would visit again. The location was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

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