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On the beach, free beach shuttle, beach towels, beach volleyball
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (867)
"Beautiful views!"
United States
Jennie
Seascape Beach Resort
Fountain
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1001)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Lobby lounge
Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1178)
"Beautiful area"
United States
Connie
The price is 2.043.528 ₫
3.281.798 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Casablanca On The Beach
Exterior
Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (507)
"The staff was welcoming and friendly. We had early check in and the room was spotless. Everything is all decorated so nice. Breakfast was generous and delicious."
United States
Lisa
The price is 4.119.676 ₫
4.870.530 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Capitola Hotel
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
12.3 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1143)
"Clean rooms, great stay, nice amenities, courteous staff, restaurant food fresh and tasty! "
United States
Delsie
The price is 2.867.463 ₫
3.326.324 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1026)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Todd
The price is 2.762.235 ₫
3.208.264 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1317)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is 2.580.717 ₫
3.004.523 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Marea Sol Hotel
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"place is really good. great service, best hotel in santa cruz"
United States
Sunil
Rio Vista Suites
Beach views
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
12.5 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is 6.813.513 ₫
7.753.595 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
12.5 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (144)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. Our room was very clean and comfortable. "
United States
Miguel
The price is 2.817.480 ₫
3.417.821 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Seaway Inn
Terrace/patio
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
3.5 star property
9.3 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (573)
"Super cute, perfect location, and friendly staff."
United States
Jacki
The price is 3.172.624 ₫
3.662.513 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages
Indoor pool, seasonal outdoor pool
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (763)
"Good value."
United States
David
The price is 1.870.428 ₫
2.656.558 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
The Aqua Pacific Hotel
Queen Room | Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
12.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1003)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is 1.683.648 ₫
2.234.253 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Beachview Inn
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
14.4 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1006)
"Clean, great bed, we will be back "
United States
Edwin
The price is 2.343.954 ₫
2.923.122 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Mission Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board
Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1001)
"Very affordable "
United States
Gilbert
The price is 1.762.569 ₫
2.191.110 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Exterior
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
12 km from Rio del Mar
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (849)
"Clean great comfort helping loving staff and price is a little high could be lowered for weekdays and weekend stays but overall satisfying"
United States
Robert
The price is 1.586.312 ₫
1.852.959 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Free daily continental breakfast
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area

Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Staff was friendly and room was clean! "
United States
Miranda
The price is 2.367.893 ₫
2.761.214 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Comfort Inn Beach/Boardwalk Area
Lobby
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
12.4 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1235)
"The location is great, parking is convenient, staff courteous and the breakfast was excellent quality (simple but quality food)."
United States
Kevin
The price is 3.066.802 ₫
3.549.973 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Suite | Hypo-allergenic bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
12.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is 3.288.375 ₫
3.798.468 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Daily cooked-to-order breakfast for a fee
Sanctuary Beach Resort

Sanctuary Beach Resort

Sanctuary Beach Resort
4.5 star property
29.8 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Location is beautiful in the beach."
United States
Piyush
The price is 8.499.792 ₫
11.287.389 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Sanctuary Beach Resort
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Where to stay in Rio del Mar

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Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"It is a gorgeous property! The staff is first rate!"
Leanne 2-night trip
Posted 9 days ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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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 155 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?
Rio Del Mar Beach, Seacliff State Beach and La Selva Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay 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 Manresa State Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, make sure that you visit other sights such as Potbelly Beach or New Brighton State Beach.