Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Breakfast area
Front of property
Staircase
Reception
At Rio Vista Suites, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can keep active with nearby hiking/biking trails. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Internet access

Main amenities (5)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Cable TV service
  • Bathrobes

Room options

Room 6: Economy Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 7: Deluxe Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 8: Economy Queen

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 15 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 2: Deluxe Queen

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Hydromassage showerhead
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 3: Standard Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 4: Deluxe Queen

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Private bathroom
Jetted bathtub
Hair dryer
Separate bathtub and shower
  • 27 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room 5: Deluxe Queen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

Room 12: Attic Queen

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
Free bottled water
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 58 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Las Palmas Taco Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

At Rio Vista Suites, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can keep active with nearby hiking/biking trails. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free wired internet access in public areas
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Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 1890
  • Garden
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Policies

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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Vista Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rio Vista Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Rio Vista Suites?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Rio Vista Suites?

Yes. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rio Vista Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Rio Vista Suites and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding. Rio Vista Suites also has a garden.

What's the area around Rio Vista Suites like?

Rio Vista Suites is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes' walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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