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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
Santa Cruz, CA
See location+1 831 621 2929
From
C$ 123
Cheapest

rate per night

8.6
Very good
based on 1353 reviews
1,353 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room
C$ 123
Standard Room
C$ 127
Deluxe room
C$ 181

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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.

Rating
8.6
Very good
Based on 1,353 verified guest reviews

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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
  • Clothes rack
  • 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

8.6
Very good
1353 verified ratings
Wonderful
633
Very good
260
Good
188
Okay
86
Fair
88
Mediocre
45
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53
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Wonderful
Maria, Jan 2021
Pros (+) Comfortable, good location, quiet, clean. Nice fireplace and the staff was nice.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) NA
Cons (-) A bit overpriced for the value but a nice place.
9.1
Wonderful
Anonymous, Sep 2015
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.
10
Wonderful
ronnabethell, Jul 2015
Pros (+) The location and friendly service. Great experience. Will return in the future.
3.7
Poor
Thomas, Mar 2015
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
  • 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
  • Natural Bridges State Park3.8 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Low season

January

High season

August

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 171
Cheapest month to stay with an average 6% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 6% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Top tips for your stay at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in January and August.
  • The cheapest price a room at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was C$ 161, while the most expensive was C$ 161.
  • How long should you stay at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

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 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM 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 43.9 km from San Jose. Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is 45.7 km from Monterey Regional.

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

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

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