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Our top choices for Rio Del Mar Beach hotels

1. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
2.1 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,155 reviews)
"Nice restaurant and beautiful property"
United States
Jennifer
The price is RM803
RM918 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
6 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"We loved our stay there. The room was clean and comfortable and the breakfast was excellent."
United States
Sofia
The price is RM793
RM905 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
13 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice hotel near beach but away from crowds!"
United States
Rebecca
The price is RM517
RM598 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Jul - 27 Jul
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

4. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
21 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (598 reviews)
"Perfect quiet place to get away for a bit. Comfortable, private, and full of charm."
United States
Nathan
The price is RM728
RM812 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Jul - 23 Jul
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

5. Bella Notte

Bella Notte
4.0 star property
8.4 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (5 reviews)
"Great spot. Love the keyless, personless checkin!"
United States
Andrew
The price is RM681
RM1,029 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Bella Notte

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
5.5 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"very helpful and friendly staff, clean room, and good location"
United States
Clarisse
The price is RM632
RM721 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Jul - 28 Jul
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

7. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
4.9 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (546 reviews)
"It was a very nice little located spot if you want to be right on the Esplanade of Capitola near the beach and decent restaurants."
United States
Trina
The price is RM1,259
RM1,449 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Capitola Hotel

8. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
9.5 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (427 reviews)
"Absolutely Love This Place! Stay here every time I am in town and recommend it to everyone I know. This is a family friendly place to stay where you can still have family dinners while on vacation. Amazing Owners who remember you and warmly welcome you on your return ❤️"
United States
Brittany
The price is RM495
RM566 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hitching Post Studios Inn

9. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
8.6 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great restful location, excellent property"
United States
Penelope
The price is RM844
RM1,150 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Chaminade Resort & Spa

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

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
11.3 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,226 reviews)
"Great place and staff"
United States
Alexandre
The price is RM688
RM789 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

11. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
13.2 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and plan to stay again the next time we visit the Santa Cruz area."
United States
Angelica
The price is RM566
RM680 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Mission Inn

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great friendly and professional staff. Very clean hotel and very clean rooms. Great location and large parking area"
United States
marco
The price is RM658
RM755 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

13. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
13.4 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (687 reviews)
"Very quiet, great breakfast selections, and near walking distance to restaurants!"
United States
Monika
The price is RM679
RM778 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

14. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
10.9 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,070 reviews)
"Convenient location, well maintained and clean property. Great value."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is RM365
RM487 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

15. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
11.3 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
6.6 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, property sets right off the freeway easy on and off, restaurants nearby, and movie theater, cool ocean weather"
United States
KENNETH
The price is RM416
RM507 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Jul - 24 Jul
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

16. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
14.3 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic place. They had a great band playing at night and the atmosphere was amazing."
United States
Sandy
The price is RM586
RM667 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

17. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
11.4 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Clean and plenty of parking."
United States
Nahabi
The price is RM346
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
National 9 Santa Cruz

18. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
11.4 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,481 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is RM439
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge

19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
11.1 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,303 reviews)
"Wonderful stay. Very nice property."
United States
Clifford
The price is RM851
RM972 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

20. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
13.8 km from Rio Del Mar Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,316 reviews)
"The staff was very nice. The drinks at the bar were great."
United States
Bernice
The price is RM702
RM798 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
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Compare popular hotels close to Rio Del Mar Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Bar (on property)
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,155 reviews
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Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,002 reviews
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Indoor pool
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
598 reviews
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Premium bedding, memory-foam beds, in-room safe, blackout curtains
Bella Notte
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
5 reviews
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Rio Del Mar Beach?
Rio Del Mar Beach is located in Aptos. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 82 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay close to Rio Del Mar Beach?
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Rio Del Mar Beach. Other good options within 5 miles include Seascape Beach Resort and Rio Sands Vacation Rentals.
How many hotels will I find near Rio Del Mar Beach?
Expedia has 82 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Rio Del Mar Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Rio Del Mar Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals near Rio Del Mar Beach.
What can I see and do near Rio Del Mar Beach?
You'll want to browse the exhibits at Aptos History Museum and Capitola Historical Museum. Seacliff State Beach, New Brighton State Beach and La Selva Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay. Enjoy nature at Manresa State Beach, Capitola Beach or Potbelly Beach.