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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

1. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is 4.536.646 ₫
7.155.361 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Seascape Beach Resort
A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is 2.670.409 ₫
3.104.618 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Staff was super nice , everything very clean, really good breakfast, pool was nice , convenient and close by to shopping and dining. Easy parking."
United States
Julie
The price is 2.610.446 ₫
3.037.422 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Lobby

5. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is 2.478.114 ₫
2.860.779 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.

6. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,192 reviews)
"It was nice having the restaurant and bar on site"
United States
John
The price is 2.890.833 ₫
3.351.903 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

7. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"As always a great stay."
United States
Michael
The price is 2.733.461 ₫
3.170.009 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

8. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (568 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Right next to the beach. Staff was great and room was great."
United States
Jeff
The price is 5.559.475 ₫
6.479.903 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Capitola Hotel
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

9. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
12.5 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Jiexin
The price is 5.660.274 ₫
6.459.098 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

10. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,177 reviews)
"Great hotel close to boardwalk"
United States
jessika
The price is 3.053.114 ₫
3.533.974 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

11. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
3.0 star property
29.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,447 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Usman
The price is 3.232.709 ₫
3.643.064 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
A spacious living area with a fireplace, seating, and a television.

12. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"It was very good. Would recommend staying here."
United States
SERGIO
The price is 3.272.763 ₫
4.957.544 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (780 reviews)
"Excellent hotel and staff"
United States
RAQUEL
The price is 2.500.859 ₫
2.775.953 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

14. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (900 reviews)
"The staff members were very very helpful via text! Their notifications made my check-in process super easy! I loved my room and the fabulous location! The kitchen was as really great and the bed very comfortable. I will definitely stay at this property again for he next time I’m in Capitola!!’"
United States
Elyse
The price is 4.815.110 ₫
5.510.865 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Oct - 29 Oct
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

15. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Cute place with everything we needed!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is 2.922.100 ₫
3.501.197 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Inn At Moss Landing Point
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.

16. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
3.0 star property
29.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Extremely friendly staff excellent breakfast"
United States
Debora
The price is 2.521.565 ₫
2.798.937 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is 3.492.411 ₫
4.020.032 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A modern dining area with a large table, green upholstered chairs, and a unique chandelier.

18. Hampton Inn Morgan Hill

Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Super nice stay and very clean and comfy environment"
United States
arielle
The price is 2.797.030 ₫
3.152.113 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
A modern cafe with a long counter, red chairs, and a large window.

19. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG
2.5 star property
30.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a very nice time! The staff were very friendly."
United States
Brandon
The price is 3.566.058 ₫
4.109.236 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG
A modern reception area with a wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

20. Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay

Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay
2.5 star property
30.5 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and convenient"
Australia
Lisa
The price is 3.465.278 ₫
3.994.347 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay
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Compare popular hotels in Rio del Mar

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.
Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View
A building with a sign reading "SEACLIF" and a "BAR + KITCHEN" sign. There are parking signs visible, and the building is surrounded by landscaping.
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,192 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View

Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Find the best Rio del Mar areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.

Seacliff

If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Aptos Village

Aptos Village might not have many top sights, but Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Mission Inn

Mission Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Convinent location. Updated rooms"
Vynessa 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Mission Inn

Frequently asked questions

What is Rio del Mar like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Aptos's Rio del Mar neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Rio del Mar? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the Rio del Mar area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Aptos, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 167 Rio del Mar hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio del Mar, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Rio del Mar.
What are the top things to see and do in Rio del Mar?
Dip your toes in the water at Rio Del Mar Beach or Seacliff State Beach while you're in Rio del Mar. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Seascape Golf Club while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Rio del Mar include Beer Can Beach, Aptos History Museum and La Selva Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, make sure that you visit other sights such as Manresa State Beach or Potbelly Beach.