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?

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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.

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1. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

Daniella M

￥56,652 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio del Mar

Rich

￥20,623 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.2 km from Rio del Mar

Michael

￥26,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7.3 km from Rio del Mar

Anna Christine

￥24,134 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

5. Monarch Cove Inn

5.6 km from Rio del Mar

Deborah

￥33,491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A patio with two chairs and a table, a fire in the center, surrounded by greenery and a view of the landscape.

6. Chaminade Resort & Spa

9.8 km from Rio del Mar

Erica

￥40,977 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

7. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

10 km from Rio del Mar

Aleksandr

￥13,053 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

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.

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11.8 km from Rio del Mar

Jose

￥21,792 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12.4 km from Rio del Mar

Jill Susanne

￥25,654 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

10. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

6.7 km from Rio del Mar

Nhu

￥17,410 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

10.4 km from Rio del Mar

Joel

￥22,582 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

12. Carousel Beach Inn

11.8 km from Rio del Mar

Crystal

￥14,204 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

13. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7.3 km from Rio del Mar

Nathan

￥23,839 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

An indoor swimming pool with lounge chairs and a high ceiling with a balcony.

14. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

11.9 km from Rio del Mar

Salvador

￥12,117 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

15. Seaside Inn & Suites

12.1 km from Rio del Mar

Justin

￥12,875 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

12.6 km from Rio del Mar

Bertha

￥16,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

17. Hitching Post Studios Inn

10.7 km from Rio del Mar

Grant

￥14,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

18. Beachview Inn

12.4 km from Rio del Mar

Javier

￥13,970 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

19. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

6.3 km from Rio del Mar

Richard

￥33,098 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

20. Capitola Hotel

6.1 km from Rio del Mar

Mary

￥46,257 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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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.

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Seacliff

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

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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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Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Good location. Accommodating staff."

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed one night and I wish we could have stayed for a week! Beautiful property. Amazing staff. Front desk was so kind and on point. The bed was the most comfortable bed I've slept in. Room was huge and well laid out. LOVED the patio. View onto beautiful trees and trails. It was very quiet while we were there. I will absolutely be back."

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Absolutely loved our stay. Great and friendly staff. Valet was super welcoming and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed the pool and hot tub. The treadmills weren’t working. We didn’t eat breakfast at the hotel. The location was in close proximity to the beach and downtown which was perfect. Overall it was amazing and would definitely book again."

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Traveled with family for moms birthday and such a beautiful property, really like that they have a full service restaurant and bar so don’t have to leave to go else where. It was great weather so nice that they had pool and hot tub.. each room has a nice view with garden string lights at night. The koi pond surrounding the bridge was an added bonus for the kids and adults. Safeway and gas station are in walking distance and beach is not too far.. would definitely stay again in future❤️"

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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

1. Seascape Beach Resort

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

5. Monarch Cove Inn

6. Chaminade Resort & Spa

7. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

9. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

10. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

12. Carousel Beach Inn

13. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

14. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

15. Seaside Inn & Suites

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

17. Hitching Post Studios Inn

18. Beachview Inn

19. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

20. Capitola Hotel

Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Seacliff

Aptos Village

Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Carousel Beach Inn

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