Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2 stars
Sat 6/27
-
Sun 6/28
2 guests, 1 room
Deals from
$59
/Cheapest rate per night
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Queen room, bed type unknown
$59
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
$79
Standard room, 1 queen bed
$81
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Overview

This Santa Cruz inn is situated within a 10-minute stroll of Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station. It is located a brief walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster.

There are a variety of amenities available to guests of Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Boardwalk, such as a vending machine and free Wi-Fi.

Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Boardwalk has 25 rooms offering all the essentials to ensure a comfortable stay. They are also fitted with a microwave, a hair dryer and a refrigerator.

The area surrounding the inn has a range of restaurants and cafés. San Jose International Airport is a 45-minute drive away.

7.6
Good rating
Based on 1,314 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Sat 6/27
-
Sun 6/28
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
No inclusions
Queen room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Standard room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
No inclusions
Queen room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Standard room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
No inclusions
Queen room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Standard room, 1 queen bed
No inclusions
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Deluxe room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Standard room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
Deluxe room, 2 queen beds
No inclusions
Queen room, bed type unknown
No inclusions
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including fees but not including taxes.

Amenities at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee machine
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • 24hr front desk
  • Cable or satellite TV

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Body soap
  • Air-conditioned
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Kitchenette

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Non-smoking rooms available
  • Accessible parking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area

General

  • Window
  • Family rooms
  • Inner courtyard view
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Whale watching
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle rental

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property

Services and conveniences

  • Wake-up service
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Dining

  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Dining table

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Reviews of Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

7.6
Good
1314 verified ratings
Wonderful
370
Very good
230
Good
302
Okay
142
Fair
111
Mediocre
55
Poor
104

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2.0
Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2018
Cons (-) Stay Away!!! My wife and I both woke up with large welts all over our arms and legs after staying there. We both got all bit up by something while we slept. Room 141. When they came and "cleaned" our ...
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2.5
Poor
Anonymous, Sep 2017
Pros (+) Nothing
Cons (-) The carpet was disgusting, very old with a bad odor! The bed was worn out. 1980's tv.
7.1
Good
Anonymous, May 2017
Pros (+) You get a lot of space for your $$! It was two bedrooms with a kitchenette and full bathroom. They have a nice little breakfast available if you want to grab a quick bowl of cereal or muffin before he...
Cons (-) I expected it to be a little dirty and it was. I saw a tiny cockroach, but I mean it's an old beach motel with a circle of a few units... I knew I'd run into some kind of creepy crawly.
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6.0
Okay
Doug, Jul 2016
Pros (+) Room was clean and fairly good location
Cons (-) Room smelled . Breakfast weak

Location

505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove0.3 mi
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.3 mi
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.4 mi
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.4 mi
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.4 mi
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.4 mi
  • Museum of Art and History0.5 mi
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.6 mi
  • Hinds House0.7 mi
  • Mission Santa Cruz0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.8 mi
  • Santa Cruz Harbor1.2 mi

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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October
September
$80
$165
Cheapest month to stay with an average 38% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 159% rise in price.
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Average Fri & Sat price over the last 2 weeks.

When to book a room at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in October and April.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, plan to stay on a Sunday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Saturday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $75, while the most expensive was $327.
  • How long should you stay at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 2 days.

FAQs when booking at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • Where is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz located?

    Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is located at 505 Riverside Avenue, 0.7 miles from the center of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

  • Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offer free parking?

    Yes, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free parking.

  • How far is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz from the airport?

    Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is 27.6 miles from San Jose. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is 28.2 miles from Monterey Regional.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz in Santa Cruz and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

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Distance to airport

7.9
0.7 mi
San Jose
27.6 mi