Rio Vista Suites

Victorian hotel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Where to?

Dates

October 2025

November 2025

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

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.

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

$98 nightly

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Tomorrow

Oct 2 - Oct 3

Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

273 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 2: Deluxe Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Rainfall showerhead

Private bathroom

Hydromassage showerhead

Bathrobes

226 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 3: Standard Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Jetted bathtub

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

202 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 4: Deluxe Queen

Excellent

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Jetted bathtub

Private bathroom

Separate bathtub and shower

Bathrobes

288 sq ft
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 5: Deluxe Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

344 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 6: Economy Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

143 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 7: Deluxe Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Jetted bathtub

Private bathroom

Shower/tub combination

Bathrobes

246 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 8: Economy Queen

Wonderful

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

165 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 10: Economy Attic Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

193 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

Very good

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

239 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 11: Economy Attic Queen

Exceptional

Highlights

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

217 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

Room 12: Attic Queen

Good

Highlights

Separate sitting area

Fireplace

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

345 sq ft
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

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

275 sq ft
River view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Good

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

210 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

193 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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

Exceptional

Highlights

Heating

Refrigerator

LED TV

Hair dryer

Private bathroom

Bathrobes

Microwave

Free bottled water

187 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed

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Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$90 nightly

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

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

‪Cruzin’ Crepes - ‬6 min walk
‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬6 min walk
‪Hot Dog On Stick - ‬6 min walk
‪Los Viejones - ‬9 min walk
‪Namaste Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

At a glance

Hotel size

- 12 rooms
- Arranged over 3 floors

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

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

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

Children

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

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free wired internet access in public areas

Parking

- Onsite parking limited

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

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

Rio Vista Suites Hotel

Rio Vista Suites Santa Cruz

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites Hotel

Rio Vista Suites Santa Cruz

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.