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Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
Comfortable Victorian hotel, walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed
Front of property
Breakfast area
Reception
Suite, Jetted Tub | Bathroom
Reviews
8.4

Very good

Popular amenities

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611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk5 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean Street7 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf10 min walk
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)43 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Room 6: Economy Queen

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 6: Economy Queen

8.2/10 Very good

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 7: Deluxe Queen

Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 7: Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

9.1/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 300 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 8: Economy Queen

Suite

Room 8: Economy Queen

7.6/10 Good

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion

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

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

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

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

8.6/10 Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

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

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

Junior Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

8.3/10 Very good

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 2: Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 2: Deluxe Queen

8.8/10 Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 3: Standard Queen

Suite, Jetted Tub

Room 3: Standard Queen

8.6/10 Very good

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 4: Deluxe Queen

Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

Room 4: Deluxe Queen

9.5/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 298 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 5: Deluxe Queen

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 5: Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

9/10 Wonderful

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 12: Attic Queen

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Room 12: Attic Queen

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

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

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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

Located near the beach, Rio Vista Suites is in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 6 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 7 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 12 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk
  • Ideal Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl - 5 min walk
  • Cruzin' Crêpes - 6 min walk
  • Ume Tea - 8 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

Hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Rio Vista Suites provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free wired internet.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the location
Room features
All guestrooms at Rio Vista Suites feature comforts such as fireplaces and bathrobes. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and heating

Languages

English, Spanish

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

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1890
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted 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

Is Rio Vista Suites pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of May 27, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Vista Suites on May 28, 2024 start from CA $121.62, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Rio Vista Suites?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Rio Vista Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rio Vista Suites?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rio Vista Suites located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Boardwalk Bowl and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.6 mi (2.5 km) away.

Rio Vista Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 472 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 885 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 885 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bree

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, coffee and tea station, water bottles available, the rooms are mich nicer in person, and the front desk front was so helpful. We were able to park in the lot during a busy weekend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Staff & service
Lilly was wonderful and helped us through a booking problem that I created. Didn’t actually get to stay but will book again with them just because of how helpful she was.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zahir

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service. Convince to walk to beach and shopping
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend Rio Vista suites - convenient, fabulous location, parking, accessible, clean - very clean :). Staff is fabulous. Rooms are beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend Rio Vista suites!!!!! Very clean, convenient, clean! accessible. Staff is fabulous! One of the better places I’ve stayed in a while.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Isabel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice and the place was in a walkable location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cozy, home warm unlike a regular hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hannah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Rio Vista Hotel in Santa Cruz was nothing short of delightful. From the moment I arrived, I was greeted with warm hospitality and a picturesque setting that made me feel right at home. The hotel's location right by the San Lorenzo River is perfect for those seeking a peaceful escape while still being close to all the action of downtown Santa Cruz. The views of the river and the surrounding greenery create a serene atmosphere that instantly puts you at ease. The room I stayed in was tastefully decorated and impeccably clean, with modern amenities that made my stay comfortable and convenient. The bed was cozy, the bathroom spacious, and the little touches like complimentary toiletries and downstairs coffee station added to the overall experience. The staff at Rio Vista Hotel were incredibly friendly and helpful, providing excellent recommendations for local dining and activities. Their attention to detail and genuine care for their guests truly sets this hotel apart. Overall, Rio Vista Hotel exceeded my expectations in every way. Whether you're visiting Santa Cruz for a relaxing getaway or exploring the area's attractions, this charming hotel is the perfect place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

4/10 Poor

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Room wasn't ready at check in time, ended up waiting an hour despite asking earlier in the day about check in progress.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very secure and clean with great access to nearby attractions
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024