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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, (1,001 reviews)
"This place was gorgeous, well worth the money."
United States
Daniella M
The price is ¥36,912
¥53,668 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 29 - Sep 30
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is ¥17,593
¥20,382 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, (1,183 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 ¥16,218
¥18,839 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
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, (1,000 reviews)
"I like this hotel I like the location and the breakfast, great place."
United States
Anna Christine
The price is ¥22,024
¥25,311 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, (1,021 reviews)
"The property were surprisingly fresh and clean"
United States
Aleksandr
The price is ¥9,466
¥12,157 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

6. 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 ¥26,932
¥37,851 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Chaminade Resort & Spa

7. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (79 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff were really nice and helpful."
United States
Crystal
The price is ¥12,288
¥14,513 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Carousel Beach Inn

8. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a very nice hotel that is well maintained and a joy to stay at. The front desk staff is great for any info you may need. We will definately stay here again when we are in Capitola."
United States
Steven
The price is ¥16,812
¥19,336 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Well maintained hotel and staff was very helpful."
United States
Leonel
The price is ¥18,733
¥21,661 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

10. 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, (1,355 reviews)
"Just a block from the beach, perfect for waking."
United States
Antionette
The price is ¥22,024
¥25,353 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

11. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Awesome stay"
United States
Joel
The price is ¥19,318
¥22,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 20 - Sep 21
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

12. 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 ¥20,461
¥23,560 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

13. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (984 reviews)
"Property very nice"
United States
Salvador
The price is ¥8,311
¥11,977 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 14 - Sep 15
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

14. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,123 reviews)
"Great spot, easy walking distance to downtown!"
United States
Justin
The price is ¥8,811
¥12,797 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Seaside Inn & Suites

15. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
12.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,324 reviews)
"nice hotel and staff, excellent location,"
United States
Bertha
The price is ¥14,296
¥16,546 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

16. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
12.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
United States
Javier
The price is ¥10,439
¥13,677 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Beachview Inn

17. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (561 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach and restaurants"
United States
Mary
The price is ¥39,710
¥45,978 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2
Capitola Hotel

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
13 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great spot and an excellent value"
United States
Paul
The price is ¥19,418
¥22,293 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 13 - Sep 14
Inn At Pasatiempo

19. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The rooms were clean, breakfast was awesome, lots of variety! Very pleasant atmosphere, and friendly staff!"
United States
Natalya
The price is ¥20,069
¥23,160 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

20. 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, (884 reviews)
"It was a beautiful area to stay at, and the room is very spacious super close to the beach me and my family really liked it"
United States
Richard
The price is ¥29,323
¥33,543 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 15 - Sep 16
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
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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 171 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?
Rio Del Mar Beach, Seacliff State Beach, and Beer Can Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay 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 Aptos History Museum, La Selva Beach, and Manresa State Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, be sure to visit other sights like Potbelly Beach or New Brighton State Beach.