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Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
Motel in Aptos with 24-hour business center and outdoor pool

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Fountain
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Breakfast area
Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Reviews
8.6

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Business servicesBusiness servicesBusiness services
The price is ￥22,744
￥26,148 total
includes taxes & fees
May 21 - May 22

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Map
95003, CA, Aptos, 116 Aptos Beach Drive
  • Popular LocationRio Del Mar Beach2 min walk
  • Popular LocationSeacliff State Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCapitola Beach14 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)48 min drive
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Room options

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed

Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed

kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Aptos

Located in Aptos, Rio Sands Hotel is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Capitola Beach and Monterey Bay, while Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads are popular area attractions. Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History and Boardwalk Bowl are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including whale-watching.
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What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk
  • Seacliff State Beach - 3 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 12 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 14 min drive
  • Mystery Spot - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks - 17 min walk
  • The Hideout - 3 min drive
  • Marianne's Ice Cream - 15 min walk
  • Parish Publick House - 13 min walk
  • Venus Pie Trap - 2 min walk

About this property

Rio Sands Hotel

Motel by the ocean
Rio Sands Hotel provides amenities like a garden and a 24-hour business center. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, a computer station, and a vending machine
  • Luggage storage and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews give good marks for the breakfast, beach locale, and pool
Room features
All 50 rooms offer amenities such as free WiFi. Guests reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 1 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • A kitchen/kitchenette is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should contact this hotel in advance to request a dishware/utensils kit (surcharge applies).

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Rio Sands
Rio Sands Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel
Rio Sands Hotel Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel Motel
Rio Sands Hotel Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel Motel Aptos

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Sands Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Rio Sands Hotel?

As of May 13, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rio Sands Hotel on May 21, 2024 start from ￥22,744, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Rio Sands Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Rio Sands Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Rio Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: 1 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Rio Sands Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Rio Sands Hotel located?

Situated by the ocean, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Rio Del Mar Beach and Seacliff State Beach. The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park and Aptos History Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Rio Sands Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 490 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 324 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1001 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1001 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was tucked away from the city chaos and very relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a lovely hotel at a reasonable price. The room looked exactly like the photos. Our travel plans only allowed for a one night stay but we plan to book a longer stay the next time we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Renee

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a block away from the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Yuliya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place. Right by the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Maisie, Redwood City

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I waited for 30 minutes to check in because front desk was empty.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So happy we found the Rio Sands- check in/out was lovely, nice breakfast room with good food and a cozy fireplace, and a comfy large room with beachy vibes plus a view of the ocean from our balcony. Couldn’t ask for more!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jewlia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We really enjoy the area and the pool. Unfortunately there were so many children running and screaming and riding skateboards and nobody tried to keep them from doing that it was very loud and noisy. Definitely was hard to sleep at night with people talking loudly on the balcony. Was spring break time so that's understandable. Upon arrival the stove was not level so when we tried to cook the eggs moved all to one side they may need to address that overall everything is fine just not as great as last time we stayed here would definitely recommend just next time stay upstairs due to noise and check out the kitchen before you sign off because you may need to have them adjust the equipment. The pool is very clean they do a great job of keeping the property clean found a contact lens on the floor in the bathroom upon arrival not a big deal but maybe they need to pay a little closer attention to detail in that area no one wants to see that. The place didn't smell bad at all which is great A lot of times older rooms will have a bad odor this place did not smell bad. The bed was very comfortable would have gotten plenty of sleep if not for the noise. We'll definitely stay here again just not during any school break.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024