Title: Visit Rio del Mar: Best of Rio del Mar, Aptos Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Rio del Mar](https://expedia.ca/Rio-Del-Mar-Aptos-Hotels.0-n553248635975870464-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Aptos](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Aptos.d6435.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Rio del Mar Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Rio-Del-Mar.d553248635975870464.Car-Rental-Guide)[Rio del Mar Vacations](https://expedia.ca/Rio-Del-Mar.d553248635975870464.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Rio del Mar ## Aptos ![SS Palo Alto](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870464/bd3f47eb-d53c-47e3-be5e-a82e34dce73c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Rio Del Mar Beach is dotted with driftwood after the storm. Beachgoers enjoy a sunny day under a clear blue sky. The wreck of SS Palo Alto cement ship in foreground.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870464/36ff62be-828f-4bf2-9948-86e480404d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The pavllion has habitate that attract Hummingbirds and Toucans.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870464/248cb4c5-9aab-4d55-bc59-6fe61ed14d30.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset at hidden beach #santacruz #visitsantacruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870464/7ff22fbf-d23a-4830-b870-3c5075362135.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![August 29, 2015](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975870464/07f1b1ca-d214-4da6-b83e-2ed5054a0066.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Rio del Mar Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Aptos travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Aptos.dx6435) --- ### Popular places to visit ![500px Photo ID: 99992469 - Doing a series of shooting Sunset on California Coast. If you are from California, you know the challenge that the photographers face.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6220825/488467a0-df72-47d2-b07f-8e135b5dcd32.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Rio Del Mar Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Aptos? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Rio-Del-Mar-Beach-Rio-del-Mar.d6220825.Vacation-Attraction) ![Coastal Golf Course California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621558560622/ea8bda57-bdc8-4eaa-b0cb-c49b48b21d93.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seascape Golf Club Play a round of golf in Aptos at Seascape Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as biking. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the surfing spots. [](https://expedia.ca/Seascape-Golf-Club-Aptos.d553248621558560622.Vacation-Attraction) ![Seacliff State Beach in California. Summer 2009. , Shutterstock ID 1014567673, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6151254/b5b5556d-f017-4b6e-9f92-566d2d98ea87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Seacliff State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets. [](https://expedia.ca/Seacliff-State-Beach-Aptos.d6151254.Vacation-Attraction) ![New Brighton Beach State Park - cliffside campsites above the beach. Gorgeous day & typical mild weather for this time of year. #rallyvogey #orangeoctober #gogiants #rallyenchiladas](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/177416/00d467a8-adf3-42b1-a279-7994408fa856.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### New Brighton State Beach If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/New-Brighton-State-Beach-Aptos.d6327660.Vacation-Attraction) ![Beautiful pregnant couple walking along the coastal beach shore](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635983989200/eb60e9e7-a126-4a3e-83df-73a1be6c8ee2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Potbelly Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Potbelly-Beach-Aptos.d553248635983989200.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cabrillo College Walk around the campus at Cabrillo College during your visit to Aptos. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cabrillo-College-Aptos.d6151256.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Capitola Private 2-Hour Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5204449/43dc9f95-f013-4b9a-b724-1190dca566bd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour CA $7 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/capitola-private-personalized-self-guided-app-tour.a5204449.activity-details) ![Self Guided UC Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Unlock Secret Stories ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47178731/1548d3e5-e5e6-4438-b9c3-b01c5bb45f5c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour CA $7 per traveller [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/uc-santa-cruz-personalized-self-guided-app-tour.a47178731.activity-details) ![Meet Capitola Wine Bar owners! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50146719/f624ae8e-9e87-4cf8-a553-90ad667e4e95.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Capitola Friday Night Food Tour CA $177 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/capitola-friday-night-food-tour.a50146719.activity-details) ![Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4252920/81677566-18a6-4e11-abfe-6b1d4f48d69b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Redwoods Forest Bathing CA $163 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/redwoods-forest-bathing.a4252920.activity-details) ![Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2262173/5e1c9c51-0e8d-438a-bf60-efbabfd1eb34.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz CA $190 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/beginner-surf-lesson-in-santa-cruz.a2262173.activity-details) ![Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47179410/ffa30897-9a98-4056-b94f-e87fa316d40d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Guided eBike Ride & Most Fun Bike e-Bike Tour CA $151 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-guided-ebike-ride-most-fun-bike-e-bike-tour.a47179410.activity-details) [See all activities in Aptos](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Aptos.d6435.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Rio del Mar Hotel Deals ![Seascape Beach Resort ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/28000000/27670000/27665200/27665117/45a69068_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seascape Beach Resort One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA CA $438 CA $586 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free valet parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (928 reviews) Fifth or sixth time we’ve stayed here over the years. The setting cannot be beat for the serenity and beauty. Much more relaxed than Santa Cruz and Capitola.. First time in the ocean view with the spa tub room. I think I would do that again largely because of the ocean view. That said if you stay ... Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=27665117&PinnedHotelID=27665117&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870464) ![Rio Sands Vacation Rentals](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1190000/1181900/1181889/33003d6f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rio Sands Vacation Rentals 116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA CA $198 CA $228 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great. Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1181889&PinnedHotelID=1181889&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870464) ![Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/57500/57432/0863bd05_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey 100 Reservation Rd Marina CA CA $76 CA $89 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,717 reviews) Overall a good experience! Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=57432&PinnedHotelID=57432&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870464) ![Dream Inn Santa Cruz](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/23500/23409/0f675563_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Dream Inn Santa Cruz 175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA CA $310 CA $353 total Apr 21 - Apr 22 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews) Great location, cute beach themed rooms. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The walls are really thin though. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=23409&PinnedHotelID=23409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870464) ![Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3700/3633/708ac094_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA CA $172 CA $199 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,092 reviews) Beautiful property, great rooms Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F04%2F2026&endDate=14%2F04%2F2026&selected=3633&PinnedHotelID=3633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635975870464) ![Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11100/11056/ed4e7c2d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection 611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA CA $213 CA $244 total Apr 26 - Apr 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,229 reviews) Clean and quiet. 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