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Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
3 stars

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
+1 831 621 2929
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RM 400
Cheapest

rate per night

8.5
Great

based on 831 reviews

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
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Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
RM 400
Standard Room
RM 419
Deluxe room
RM 494

About Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • Inn Room
    Room at a smaller hotel or guest house
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free

Nestled in Westside Santa Cruz, Rio Vista Inn & Suites is a Victorian-style hotel that provides a scenic retreat for guests looking to escape the hustle and rhythm of the city. The hotel has a dozen elegant guest rooms, decorated with hardwood floors and modern conveniences. Standard room features include ironing facilities, microwaves, showers, private bathrooms, and hair dryers. The rooms also offer ADA-accessible features, including closed captioning television, wheelchair accessible route, and visual call alerts.

Renovated in 2013, Rio Vista Inn & Suites offers different attractions. Guests are served drinks and complimentary tea/coffee. The hotel is also situated next to several nearby restaurants, cafes, and bars offering a mix of choices. Additionally, it's set within walking distance to a cornerstone market and supermarket, so guests can go shopping. Other amenities include a private parking lot that’s open to guests and daily housekeeping.

The hotel offers no shortage of attractions. Guests can engage in surfing, swimming, kayaking and other water activities at any of the nearby beaches. The neighboring beach town also offers shops, eateries, and local highlights.

A 20-minute drive from Watsonville Municipal Airport (50 minutes from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport), Rio Vista Inn & Suites is set within a 10-minute stroll to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 8 minutes from Main Beach. The Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is a half-hour’s walk from the hotel, while Monterey Bay is 20 minutes away.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night including VAT, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • Adults only
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Fireplace
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

General

  • River view
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Blu-ray player
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Adults only
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Services and conveniences

  • Bottle of water

Reviews of Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.5
Very GoodBased on 831 verified guest reviews
8.8Friends
8.7Solo
8.5Families
8.5Couples

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Comfortable, good location, quiet, clean. Nice fireplace and the staff was nice.
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8.0 Very Good
Pros:NA
Cons:A bit overpriced for the value but a nice place.
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9.1 Wonderful
Pros:Staff was friendly and the room was great. I will stay there again when I go to Santa Cruz
Cons:I had trouble connecting to the internet.
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The location and friendly service. Great experience. Will return in the future.
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3.7 Poor
Pros:Free Parking in secure lot
Cons:Room was too small for two people, no closet, no wifi when I checked in, no phone to call desk clerk (who wasn't on site) about issues. No elevator ( I have a mobility problem). Clerk answered my complaints with an attitude. I would not stay here again.

Location

611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove347 m
  • Main Beach0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf1.1 km
  • Town Clock1.3 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.4 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Harbor1.8 km
  • State Lighthouse Museum1.8 km
  • University of Santa Cruz Arboretum3.1 km
  • DeLaveaga Golf Course3.8 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

Cancellation/pre-payment

Cancellation/pre-payment policies vary by room type and provider.

When to book a room at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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FAQs when booking at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • Where is Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz located?

    Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is located at 611 Third Street, 1.2 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

  • Does Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offer free parking?

    Yes, Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free parking.

  • How far is Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz from the airport?

    Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is 44.6 km from San Jose. Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is 45.1 km from Monterey Regional.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz hotel deals?

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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city centre

1.2 km

Nearest airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

44.6 km