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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

1. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥29,561
￥45,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
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
The price is ￥20,320
￥23,461 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is ￥17,959
￥20,810 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

4. 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, (1,201 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is ￥16,021
￥18,637 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

5. 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 ￥17,368
￥20,150 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Lobby

6. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is ￥13,957
￥16,152 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is ￥16,572
￥19,223 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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.

8. 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, (1,011 reviews)
"Lobby was really nice. Some of the hotel is a little dated but overall a nice stay."
United States
Ariana
The price is ￥15,375
￥17,067 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

9. 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, (1,451 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Usman
The price is ￥19,711
￥22,213 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

10. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Cute place with everything we needed!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is ￥14,286
￥17,450 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Inn At Moss Landing Point
A modern dining area with a large table, green upholstered chairs, and a unique chandelier.

11. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Super nice stay and very clean and comfy environment"
United States
arielle
The price is ￥17,054
￥19,219 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

12. 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, (1,042 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is ￥33,891
￥38,686 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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, (785 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The room was nice and clean with all the useful amenities. Breakfast was great as well! We would definitely stay again!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ￥15,246
￥16,923 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

14. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is ￥17,276
￥20,011 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A modern cafe with a long counter, red chairs, and a large window.

15. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms nice location"
United States
Ethan
The price is ￥19,695
￥22,720 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

16. 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, (1,185 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is ￥19,285
￥22,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A modern reception area with a wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

17. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and convenient"
Australia
Lisa
The price is ￥19,460
￥22,531 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

18. 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, (907 reviews)
"Great stay will be back"
United States
Bridgett
The price is ￥23,020
￥26,490 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.

19. 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 ￥23,823
￥34,561 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

20. 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, (1,363 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is ￥18,655
￥21,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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Compare popular hotels in Rio del Mar

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.
Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,006 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 lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,201 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
1,003 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
1,005 reviews
View

Where to stay in Rio del Mar

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

Seacliff

While visiting Seacliff, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach.

Aptos Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aptos Village and surrounding area, you can visit Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach.

Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent
"Nice and relaxing"
Anisia 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is Rio del Mar like?
Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Aptos's Rio del Mar neighborhood. 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 neighborhood.
What's a favorite hotel to stay in Rio del Mar?
Based on our traveler data, Seascape Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Rio del Mar. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant.
How many hotels will I be able 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 accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio del Mar, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Rio del Mar.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Rio del Mar?
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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 neighborhood. 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, be sure to visit other sights like Manresa State Beach or Potbelly Beach.