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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

1. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Beautiful resort! Very nice staff and lovely atmosphere."
United States
Haleh
The price is ¥34,003
¥50,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Seascape Beach Resort

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is ¥18,002
¥20,856 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3. 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, (1,190 reviews)
"We loved the whole ambiance of this property. Our room was great, the grounds were beautiful. Had a great breakfast at the restaurant and there was ample parking very close to our room. We will definitely stay here again."
United States
Michael
The price is ¥25,912
¥29,732 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"I like this hotel I like the location and the breakfast, great place."
United States
Anna Christine
The price is ¥21,202
¥24,405 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

5. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
10 km from Rio del Mar
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"As always my stay was incredible. The staff is amazing. They allowed me to check in early which really helps out when I'm driving 6 and 1/2 hours from where I'm living to work"
United States
Amra
The price is ¥11,110
¥14,026 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

6. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Awesome stay"
United States
Joel
The price is ¥19,296
¥22,308 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

7. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jose
The price is ¥19,054
¥22,033 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

8. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location love the staffI'm"
United States
Deborah
The price is ¥29,950
¥34,062 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Monarch Cove Inn

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Nathan
The price is ¥20,936
¥24,107 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

10. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Our favorite hotel!"
United States
Erica
The price is ¥24,975
¥35,816 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Chaminade Resort & Spa

11. 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, (1,341 reviews)
"Great location by beautiful beach and boardwalk"
United States
Jill Susanne
The price is ¥22,536
¥25,943 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 28 - Sep 29
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"The staff was super helpful and the inn was clean. Location was perfect! The beds were comfortable! Overall great stay!"
United States
Carmen
The price is ¥12,720
¥15,014 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn

13. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice, updated hotel. Continental breakfast only."
United States
Nhu
The price is ¥15,348
¥17,708 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

14. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
12 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Greta rooms and breakfast was delicious!"
United States
Syria
The price is ¥18,425
¥21,151 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

15. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place to stay at, very clean and very convenient"
United States
Grester
The price is ¥21,053
¥24,275 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 8 - Oct 9
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

16. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
12.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,269 reviews)
"Great stay,"
United States
Steve
The price is ¥19,767
¥22,836 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

17. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,112 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is ¥8,831
¥12,887 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 20 - Oct 21
Seaside Inn & Suites

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
13 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great spot and an excellent value"
United States
Paul
The price is ¥15,868
¥18,322 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Inn At Pasatiempo

19. Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA
2.0 star property
12.5 km from Rio del Mar
6.0 out of 10, (701 reviews)
"The hotel was good. The room was clean, and the staff was really kind to us. We reserved it only to go to sleep, and it was perfect for us. Around the hotel, you can find a gas station and different restaurants or fast-food options."
United States
Vicente
The price is ¥13,590
¥15,684 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Motel 6 Santa Cruz, CA

20. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
10.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (467 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is ¥12,743
¥14,735 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Hitching Post Studios Inn
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Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Find the best Rio del Mar areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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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 168 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?
For more information about updating your trip to Rio del Mar or cancelling it, click here.
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.