Title: Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Escape to a peaceful haven just steps from the beach boardwalk action. Relax in style with modern amenities. ## Photo gallery for Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz ![Exterior - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/54cec646.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/bf12b7b1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/22f11d56.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/f8579ef6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/319e88d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the garden or stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy free self parking, express check-out, and vending machine perks. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ## Popular amenities - Free WiFi - Housekeeping ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Jan. 11 - Jan. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-11&endDate=2026-01-12&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Jan. 12 - Jan. 13](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-12&endDate=2026-01-13&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Jan. 16 - Jan. 18](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Jan. 23 - Jan. 25](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-23&endDate=2026-01-25&selected=1742350&PinnedHotelID=1742350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 6 of 6 rooms ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/0291e6e9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking 8.8 Excellent 14 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LED TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Cable/satellite channels - 205 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking ![Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/ed4b362f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 9 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LED TV 2 bedrooms Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Cable/satellite channels - 347 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 2 Queen Beds ### View all photos for Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking ![Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/b03ce2d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking 8.8 Excellent 30 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LED TV Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Cable/satellite channels Daily housekeeping - 232 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/bddcc92d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating LED TV Shower/tub combination Private bathroom Hair dryer Coffee/tea maker Cable/satellite channels - 288 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking ![Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/3f9b0673.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking 9.0 Wonderful 8 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Full-sized refrigerator/freezer LED TV 2 bedrooms Shower/tub combination Private bathroom - 330 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 4 - 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed ### View all photos for Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking ![Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1750000/1742400/1742350/056eb3ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking 8.4 Very good 7 reviews ### Highlights Air conditioning Heating Kitchenette Full-sized refrigerator/freezer LED TV 2 bedrooms Shower/tub combination Private bathroom - 326 sq ft - 2 bedrooms - Sleeps 6 - 3 Queen Beds ## You may also like Ad ![Reception](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/210000/201300/201285/27066e31_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley Santa Cruz - Pool - Hot tub - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 8.2 Very good 1,243 reviews CA $124 CA $144 total includes taxes & fees Jan 25 - Jan 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-Hotels-Hilton-Santa-Cruz-Scotts-Valley.h201285.Hotel-Information?chkin=2026-1-25&chkout=2026-1-26&rm1=a2®ionId=6666&destination=Santa Cruz&destType=MARKET&latLong=36.978189,-122.024464&searchId=fd399b84-f630-4c5c-a6c0-2fe978f2a859&top_cur=CAD) Ad ![Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking](https://a.travel-assets.com/media/meso_cm/PAPI/Images/lodging/1000000/20000/17600/17547/7551ef20_b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) #### Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North Westside Santa Cruz - 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Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy perks such as: - Free self parking - Express check-out and a vending machine - Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location Room features All guestrooms at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property. 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Limited-hour front desk - Vending machine ### 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. - No elevator - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) ### More - 1 floor - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Designated smoking areas - Double-glazed windows ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker ### More - Access via exterior corridors - Air conditioning - Desk - Free local calls - Heating - Iron/ironing board - LED lighting - Phone - Water-efficient showers - Water-efficient toilets - Window screens ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in is available for a fee Late check-in subject to availability ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM Contactless check-out available Late check-out subject to availability A late check-out fee will be charged Express check-out available ### Special check-in instructions An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM Front desk staffed during limited hours If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 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 Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are not available Cribs (infant beds) are not available ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay - A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability) - Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability) 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 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 The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Cashless transactions are available Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk Motel Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk Motel Santa Cruz Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk Santa Cruz Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Boardwalk Hotel Santa Cruz Americas Best Value Inn And Suites-Boardwalk Americas Best Value Boardwalk Santa Cruz Americas Best Value Boardwalk Americas Best Value Inn Suites Boardwalk Riverside Inn Santa Cruz Riverside Santa Cruz Riverside & Suites Santa Cruz Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Motel Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Santa Cruz Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz? ### What time is check-out at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz? ### Where is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews 8.0 ### Very good All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 8.2 Cleanliness ### 7.6 Location ### 8.4 Staff & service ### 8.0 Eco-friendliness ### 7.8 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 376 8 - Good 248 6 - Okay 137 4 - Poor 52 2 - Terrible 46 ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samik Jan 3, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, great staffs, good location. ##### Samik Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Irene Jan 5, 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very helpful friendly staff! ##### Irene Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristie Dec 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean room, easy parking, and nice staff. ##### Kristie Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### love Dec 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean, accessible and near the boardwalk beach ##### love Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### bart Dec 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent housekeeping, clean rooms. Good refrigerator and microwave, nice bathtub, lots of hot water staff at the front desk was very friendly. ##### bart Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Frenneci Dec 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities Clean, quiet, comfy beds, fluffy clean towels, friendly check-in. Excellent location. Very close to the Boardwalk. It was great to have 2 separate rooms! Wish we could have stayed longer. ##### Frenneci Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Robert Nov 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Clean great comfort helping loving staff and price is a little high could be lowered for weekdays and weekend stays but overall satisfying ##### Robert Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Maja Sep 1, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great stay ##### Maja Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ruth Oct 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort GREAT location to get anywhere in the area! ##### Ruth Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margalit Nov 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities I appreciate management friendliness and willingness to help. Rooms are clean and bedding is comfortable. The location is great it is in proximity of many sights and at the same time walkable ##### Margalit Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Gabriela Nov 11, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness This was a great budget ##### Gabriela Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Janet Sep 23, 2025 Inexpensive, close to the Boardwalk and easy check-in and Check-out ##### Janet Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Rosemary Sep 16, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Very close to the beach boardwalk location was nice property was clean and accommodating ##### Rosemary Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Clinton Nov 6, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Decent place but a little pricey these buget hotels need to be around 50 bucks total a night off peak to be at value the $20 fees on top ruins it ##### Clinton Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Ĝodswill Oct 17, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great place no complaints ##### Ĝodswill Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Janna Oct 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Clean comfortable convenient Clean comfortable bed. Convenient location within walking distance of Santa Cruz boardwalk. ##### Janna Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Sneha Sep 13, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Disliked: Amenities Very small rooms but great location ##### Sneha Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corey Sep 21, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Super friendly staff ##### Corey Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Edward Oct 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This has become our go-to place for our visits to a relative living in Santa Cruz. Good value for the money, our room had a kitchenette, and we like to bring our breakfast and eat in the room. With the kitchenette table we didn't have to eat on the bed. Even though it was a weekend, it was quiet and we slept well. ##### Edward Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Lorna Aug 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service Seemed like a nice family run motel. ##### Lorna Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Juan Sep 5, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Great service and nice staff. ##### Juan Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Fermin Aug 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Excellent service and location is walking distance from the boardwalk ##### Fermin Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Daniel Sep 27, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Cheap spot, but fine for what it is. ##### Daniel Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### ROBERT Nov 30, 2025 could hear voices from adjacent rooms ##### ROBERT Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### serena Sep 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everything was just perfect, we were able to park early and walk to the boardwalk. ##### serena Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Sheraton Park Hotel at the Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Sheraton-Park-Hotel-At-The-Anaheim-Resort.h3775.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Anaheim](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Hilton-Anaheim.h9.Hotel-Information) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott at Anaheim Resort/Convention Cntr](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-At-Anaheim-ResortConvention-Cntr.h9476.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Francisco-Hotels-Hotel-Riu-Plaza-Fishermans-Wharf.h24625.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points By Sheraton Los Angeles Int'l Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Los-Angeles-International-Airport.h28110.Hotel-Information) > > [Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina](https://www.expedia.ca/San-Diego-Hotels-Marriott-Marquis-San-Diego-Marina.h24394.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-Sheraton-Gateway-Los-Angeles-Hotel.h12287.Hotel-Information) > > [Anaheim Resort Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Anaheim-Suites-Hotel.h34780325.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Anaheim-Resort.h42520139.Hotel-Information) > > [1 Hotel West Hollywood](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-1-Hotel-West-Hollywood.h35872776.Hotel-Information) > > [Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Howard-Johnson-By-Wyndham-Anaheim-Hotel-Water-Playground.h19662.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairfield by Marriott Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Fairfield-By-Marriott-Anaheim-Resort.h13771.Hotel-Information) > > [Desert Palms Hotel & Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Desert-Palms-Hotel-Suites.h1571.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Vacation Club at The Welk, San Diego Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Escondido-Hotels-Hyatt-Vacation-Club-At-The-Welk.h59916.Hotel-Information) > > [Disney's Grand Californian Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Disneys-Grand-Californian-Hotel-And-Spa.h692655.Hotel-Information) > > [The Westin Anaheim Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-The-Westin-Anaheim-Resort.h47019139.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Stovall's Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Stovalls-Inn.h13592.Hotel-Information) > > [InterContinental Los Angeles Downtown by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Angeles-Hotels-InterContinental-Los-Angeles-Downtown.h11567151.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Hyatt-House-At-Anaheim-ResortConvention-Center.h14786168.Hotel-Information) > > [Anaheim Marriott Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Anaheim-Hotels-Anaheim-Marriott-Hotel.h12035.Hotel-Information) > > [JW Marriott Los Angeles L.A. 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