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Rio Vista Suites

3 stars
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$84
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rate per night

8.5
Great
838 reviews
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About Rio Vista Suites

  • Inn Room
    Room at a smaller hotel or guest house
  • Freebies
    This stay includes Wi-Fi and Parking for free

Nestled in Westside Santa Cruz, Rio Vista Inn & Suites is a Victorian-style hotel that provides a scenic retreat for guests looking to escape the hustle and rhythm of the city. The hotel has a dozen elegant guest rooms, decorated with hardwood floors and modern conveniences. Standard room features include ironing facilities, microwaves, showers, private bathrooms, and hair dryers. The rooms also offer ADA-accessible features, including closed captioning television, wheelchair accessible route, and visual call alerts.

Renovated in 2013, Rio Vista Inn & Suites offers different attractions. Guests are served drinks and complimentary tea/coffee. The hotel is also situated next to several nearby restaurants, cafes, and bars offering a mix of choices. Additionally, it's set within walking distance to a cornerstone market and supermarket, so guests can go shopping. Other amenities include a private parking lot that’s open to guests and daily housekeeping.

The hotel offers no shortage of attractions. Guests can engage in surfing, swimming, kayaking and other water activities at any of the nearby beaches. The neighboring beach town also offers shops, eateries, and local highlights.

A 20-minute drive from Watsonville Municipal Airport (50 minutes from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport), Rio Vista Inn & Suites is set within a 10-minute stroll to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 8 minutes from Main Beach. The Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is a half-hour’s walk from the hotel, while Monterey Bay is 20 minutes away.

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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.

Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Amenities at Rio Vista Suites

  • Adults only
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Fireplace
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

General

  • River view
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Blu-ray player
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Cycling
  • Horse riding
  • Windsurfing

Accessibility and suitability

  • Increased accessibility
  • Adults only
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Services and conveniences

  • Bottle of water

Reviews of Rio Vista Suites

All reviews are collected from real users with a verified booking made with KAYAK or one of our trusted external partners.

8.5
Very goodBased on 838 verified guest reviews
8.8Friends
8.5Families
8.5Couples
8.7Solo

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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:Comfortable, good location, quiet, clean. Nice fireplace and the staff was nice.
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8.0 Very good
Pros:NA
Cons:A bit overpriced for the value but a nice place.
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9.1 Wonderful
Pros:Staff was friendly and the room was great. I will stay there again when I go to Santa Cruz
Cons:I had trouble connecting to the internet.
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10.0 Wonderful
Pros:The location and friendly service. Great experience. Will return in the future.
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3.7 Poor
Pros:Free Parking in secure lot
Cons:Room was too small for two people, no closet, no wifi when I checked in, no phone to call desk clerk (who wasn't on site) about issues. No elevator ( I have a mobility problem). Clerk answered my complaints with an attitude. I would not stay here again.

Location

611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove380 yd
  • Main Beach0.3 mi
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.5 mi
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.6 mi
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.7 mi
  • Town Clock0.8 mi
  • Mission Santa Cruz0.9 mi
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.1 mi
  • Santa Cruz Harbor1.1 mi
  • State Lighthouse Museum1.1 mi
  • University of Santa Cruz Arboretum1.9 mi
  • DeLaveaga Golf Course2.3 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 Rio Vista Suites

Low season

November

High season

September

Average price (weeknight)

$134

Average price (weekend night)

$217
Cheapest month to stay with an average 43% drop in price.
Most expensive month to stay with an average 86% rise in price.
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When to book a room at Rio Vista Suites

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Top tips for your stay at Rio Vista Suites

  • If you’re after a cheap room at Rio Vista Suites, then you should consider staying during the low season. The cheapest deals can generally be found in November and January.
  • Prices can also vary depending on which day of the week you stay. For the best room deals at Rio Vista Suites, plan to stay on a Saturday or Tuesday. The most expensive day is usually Friday.
  • The cheapest price a room at Rio Vista Suites was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $175, while the most expensive was $267.
  • How long should you stay at Rio Vista Suites? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Rio Vista Suites

  • Where is Rio Vista Suites located?

    Rio Vista Suites is located at 611 Third Street, 0.8 miles from the center of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Rio Vista Suites.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rio Vista Suites?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at Rio Vista Suites.

  • Does Rio Vista Suites offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rio Vista Suites offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Rio Vista Suites offer free parking?

    Yes, Rio Vista Suites offers free parking.

  • How far is Rio Vista Suites from the airport?

    Rio Vista Suites is 27.7 miles from San Jose. Rio Vista Suites is 28 miles from Monterey Regional.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rio Vista Suites hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rio Vista Suites 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 Rio Vista Suites 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 Rio Vista Suites.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.5

Distance to city center

0.8 mi

Nearest Airport

San Jose

Distance to airport

27.7 mi