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Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
3-star Victorian hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Front of property
Breakfast area
Reception
Room 3: Standard Queen | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Reviews
8.4

Very good

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Map
611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk5 min walk
  • Popular LocationOcean Street7 min walk
  • Popular LocationSanta Cruz Wharf10 min walk
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)43 min drive

Room options

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Room 6: Economy Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 6: Economy Queen

  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 7: Deluxe Queen

Room 7: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 7: Deluxe Queen

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

  • 300 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 8: Economy Queen

Room 8: Economy Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 8: Economy Queen

  • 184 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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

  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

Room 10: Economy Attic Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 2: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 2: Deluxe Queen

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 3: Standard Queen

Room 3: Standard Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 3: Standard Queen

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 4: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 4: Deluxe Queen

  • 298 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 5: Deluxe Queen

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

Room 11: Economy Attic Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 12: Attic Queen

Room 12: Attic Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

Room 12: Attic Queen

  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.A stay at this Westside Santa Cruz hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2 miles (3 km) of Monterey Bay. Boardwalk Bowl and Cocoanut Grove are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 6 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 7 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 12 min walk

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk
  • Ideal Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
  • Boardwalk Bowl - 5 min walk
  • Cruzin' Crêpes - 6 min walk
  • Ume Tea - 8 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

3-star Victorian hotel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of Rio Vista Suites, you'll find a garden and coffee/tea in a common area. Wired Internet is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Santa Cruz hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1890
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rio Vista Suites offers 12 accommodations with fireplaces and iPod docking stations. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Fireplace
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed 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

How close is Rio Vista Suites to the airport?

Rio Vista Suites is 16.7 mi (28-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rio Vista Suites?

As of May 15, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Vista Suites on May 16, 2024 start from $74.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Rio Vista Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rio Vista Suites.

How close is Rio Vista Suites to the beach?

This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach and 6-minute walk from Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Rio Vista Suites offer free breakfast?

Rio Vista Suites does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Rio Vista Suites?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Rio Vista Suites?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rio Vista Suites?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does Rio Vista Suites have a pool?

Rio Vista Suites does not have a pool.

Does Rio Vista Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Rio Vista Suites to downtown Santa Cruz?

Rio Vista Suites is 0.8 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Rio Vista Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 469 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 214 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 109 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 881 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 881 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mandana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Worth it !
What a great place ! We stayed in the attic room, 12. It was a great room. Sure, it shows a bit of wear, but nothing that was a deal breaker. The fireplace HEATED that room!! The property was quiet, the reception, warm and friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Galen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall good experience. Friendly and helpful checkin. Room was freezing and couldn’t get the fireplace to work, but they had a space heater that did the trick. Bathroom smelled a hint musty. Shower water was hot and had good pressure. Vehicle noise was a little bothersome in our room since it was close to the intersection. Frequent vehicle honking and engine revving. Small homeless camp on the walking route to downtown. Not the best neighborhood.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

Adam

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The room was small and highly overpriced the amenities were next to none and the room I was in wasn't even in the main building it was an annex building next door there was not even laundry facilities and the staff was rude not to mention profiling myself and my plus one.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramon

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Iman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Our room we reserved was given away, and the shower drain was clogged up and filled up the whole shower every time it was used.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cute and comfortable
I love staying here. The mansion is gorgeous, the rooms are cute and the staff is wonderful. Makes for a very comfortable stay. It does get a little loud (traffic- walking and vehicles), but nothing earplugs wouldn’t help if you’re sensitive to it.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023