Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk
Ideal Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
Los Viejones - 9 min walk
Boardwalk Bowl - 5 min walk
Marini's at the Beach - 6 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 helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Rio Vista Suites feature comforts such as fireplaces and bathrobes. Guest reviews highly rate 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
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
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
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
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Frequently asked questions
Is Rio Vista Suites pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
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
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
The property is a gorgeous old Victorian. However, if you are staying in the converted attic rooms, you should be short and small. Very tight, but cute quarters. Amazing view in both directions.
Very cute property. We had a nice view of the river from our room, lots of windows and sunlight so was very bright and welcoming. Within walking distance to the boardwalk! We had a good time in Santa Cruz, and this place has a lot of charm. The room we chose had a nice spacious bathroom with separated tub and shower which was a plus for my husband and I to wash up at same time (he likes his baths!). Thank you for a great stay. :)
P.S. be sure to bring a working cell phone, the staff was often away from her desk while we were there, but she's very easy to get a hold of via phone call and will come back within minutes after contacting her, there will be a sign with her contact number on the desk.
This house is amazing quaint and a total joy to stay there. Staff was friendly knowledgeable and ready to assist. I will always stay here when I come to Santa Cruz.
We had a wonderful stay in one of the queen attic rooms. It was cozy and romantic and looks just like the pictures. They had complentary cans of soda, water, and coffee. The parking lot is pretty small, and the parking spots even smaller. There also is no elevator. So if stairs are a problem I would recommend getting a suite on the ground level.
Beautiful home and beautiful room (5)! I was really really really happy to have found a room with a lovely jacuzzi tub! It feels like bathtubs are becoming a luxury of the past since most places are renovating for showers only. That tub was my ocean away from the ocean when the temperature dropped! It made my birthday trip even more special :) thank you!
Noël
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
6/10 Okay
Therese
25 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely, clean and well maintained.
However, struggled with check in. Unable to contact reception despite contact details left on desk. Did nit feel r welcome throughout stay. Rooms noisy, coujd gand never saw any staff were
This was a very Cute old house. It was very clean and comfortable and had lots of really nice architecture. It was very convenient to walk to the boardwalk nearby.
Amy
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Mary
Traveled with family
9 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Beautifully remodeled. Tea,coffe,soft drinks there. Walking distance to beach
I’ve stayed here many times over past 5yrs, it’s now my favorite place to stay in Santa Cruz — Victorian home converted into hotel with modern clean suites at reasonable price with views of river, friendly staff, all in all a very enjoyable stay every time. Thank you!