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Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel within easy reach of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Room 5: Deluxe Queen | Iron/ironing board, bed sheets
Staircase
LED TV, fireplace, iPod dock
Reception
Front of property
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.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

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
  • Fireplace
  • Cable TV service
The current price is $94
includes taxes & fees
$81 per night
Feb 23 - Feb 24

Room options

View all photos for Room 6: Economy Queen

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

Room 6: Economy Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 185 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room 7: Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 300 sq ft
  • Water view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room 8: Economy Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 172 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 226 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 2: Deluxe Queen

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

Room 2: Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 225 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room 3: Standard Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 4: Deluxe Queen

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

Room 4: Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Jetted bathtub
Bathrobes
Separate bathtub and shower
Private bathroom
  • 298 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 5: Deluxe Queen

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

Room 5: Deluxe Queen

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hydromassage showerhead
Private bathroom
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • 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

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 5 min walk
  • Main Beach - 6 min walk
  • Pacific Avenue - 6 min walk
  • Ocean Street - 7 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 10 min walk

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

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

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.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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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
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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
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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
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Children

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

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free wired internet access in public areas
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking limited
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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

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Fireplace

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • 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.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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, but service animals are welcome.

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 hiking, horseback riding, and windsurfing. 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 Main Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Rio Vista Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

In town for a conference
A perfect room for 1 person attending a conference in the area. Walkable distence to everywhere i needed to go. The room was small, but incredibly comfortable. Loved the view from my deck.
Eric, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing, comfortable suite.
Ruth, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is beautiful and the building is fantastic.
Carrie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel was nice very comfy and cozy very clean and I loved the jetted tub will likely go back again
Caesar, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Charming historic property at a reasonable price!
Brenda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay
Great location for visiting a family member. Very close to wharf t where there are sea lions hanging out. Close to Lighthouse State park where you can walk along coastline which is beautiful. Room comfortable, clean. Soft drinks and coffee/ tea available.
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely!
Cassandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lilly was amazing at check in. She gave us some history on this amazing property that is over 130 yrs old. Absolutely stunning. Easy walk to the boardwalk and wharf areas. This was an unbelievable find for lodging and we now have a permanent option when visiting Santa Cruz or nearby areas.
Troy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful n cozy well appointed rooms
Stacy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This house is amazing quaint and a total joy to stay there. Staff was friendly knowledgeable and ready to assist. I will always stay here when I come to Santa Cruz.
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I will be back
Great place very quiet and centralized I will be back
Brandy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great spot for our overnight for a fun night in Santa Cruz, super convenient to boardwalk and dining - all walkable. Lovely Victorian building with modern interiors and amenities. Clean, safe and excellent customer service.
Tanya, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super cute place! Close to the Boardwalk and the pier. Our room was clean and cozy. It had everything we needed.
Kindra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The cleanliness of the property and the amenities
Daniel, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The property is a gorgeous old Victorian. However, if you are staying in the converted attic rooms, you should be short and small. Very tight, but cute quarters. Amazing view in both directions.
ARIEL, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

very nice room but very noisy due to traffic
Steve, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a very Cute old house. It was very clean and comfortable and had lots of really nice architecture. It was very convenient to walk to the boardwalk nearby.
Amy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It is located along the riverwalk area, beautiful view from room. Checkin easy and we were given option of another room due to construction noise near original room. Much appreciated. We went to a Warriors game which was within walking distance. Boardwalk is also within walking distance. Only issue was we could not find remote to fireplace or any indication of how else to operate it. Room was a little chilly. Would definitely stay again.
Patricia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Very quaint & clean. Cute little room. Nice view & great location. More upkeep needed & service was non-existant.
Helen, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fun in Santa Cruz!!!!
It was very welcoming. Lilly at checkin was wonderful and had a great attitude. It was very uplifting. The place was beautiful and really close to the Boardwalk. It was literally a 5 minute walk. I look forward to staying here everytime we stay in Santa Cruz! Thank you again Lilly for everything!
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The owner was friendly, helpful and accommodating
Ian, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice to stay in a different kind of place
Andrea, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This was a very quaint place that i really enjoyed. It would be hard for some since the stairs are really steep.
Tiana, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Must stay here!
Amazing boutique style hotel. Historic house beautifully updated. Room was spacious and had all amenities.
Susan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

The staff was very nice and the place was in a walkable location
Isabel, 1-night trip

General property information

Travelers Say
"Clean, tidy, big TV in room, comfortable bed and pillows."
Reasons to Book
Property Cleanliness & Room Cleanliness
Check-In Time
3:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM