Rio Vista Suites

3 stars
8.3
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based on 1476 reviews
1,476 reviews
611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA
+1 831 621 2929
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Overview

Nestled in Westside Santa Cruz, Rio Vista Inn & Suites is a Victorian-style hotel that provides a scenic retreat for guests looking to escape the hustle and rhythm of the city. The hotel has a dozen elegant guest rooms, decorated with hardwood floors and modern conveniences. Standard room features include ironing facilities, microwaves, showers, private bathrooms, and hair dryers. The rooms also offer ADA-accessible features, including closed captioning television, wheelchair accessible route, and visual call alerts.

Renovated in 2013, Rio Vista Inn & Suites offers different attractions. Guests are served drinks and complimentary tea/coffee. The hotel is also situated next to several nearby restaurants, cafes, and bars offering a mix of choices. Additionally, it's set within walking distance to a cornerstone market and supermarket, so guests can go shopping. Other amenities include a private parking lot that’s open to guests and daily housekeeping.

The hotel offers no shortage of attractions. Guests can engage in surfing, swimming, kayaking and other water activities at any of the nearby beaches. The neighboring beach town also offers shops, eateries, and local highlights.

A 20-minute drive from Watsonville Municipal Airport (50 minutes from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport), Rio Vista Inn & Suites is set within a 10-minute stroll to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 8 minutes from Main Beach. The Santa Cruz Surfing Museum is a half-hour’s walk from the hotel, while Monterey Bay is 20 minutes away.

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Amenities at Rio Vista Suites

  • Adults only
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Private bathroom
  • Air-conditioned
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
  • Fireplace
  • Internet
  • Hairdryer
  • Golf

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Free toiletries
  • Shampoo
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Conditioner

General

  • River view
  • Fireplace
  • Seating area
  • Garden view
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Media and entertainment

  • Radio
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Blu-ray player
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • TV
  • DVD player

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Adults only
  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area
  • Private entrance

Things to do

  • Beach access
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Horse riding
  • Windsurfing

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking
  • Free parking
  • Private parking

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Dining

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • First-aid kit

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Iron and ironing board

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying

Services and conveniences

  • Bottle of water

Reviews of Rio Vista Suites

8.3
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Maria, Jan 2021
Pros (+) Comfortable, good location, quiet, clean. Nice fireplace and the staff was nice.
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Oct 2017
Pros (+) NA
Cons (-) A bit overpriced for the value but a nice place.

Location

611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove380 yd
  • Undertow Roller Coaster414 yd
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.3 mi
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.3 mi
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.3 mi
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.4 mi
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.6 mi
  • Museum of Art and History0.6 mi
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.7 mi
  • Hinds House0.7 mi
  • Mission Santa Cruz0.9 mi
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.1 mi

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Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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Which month has the cheapest rates at Rio Vista Suites?

The cheapest month to stay at Rio Vista Suites is December, with an average nightly rate of £77. The most expensive month is July at £205 per night.

What is the cheapest day to book Rio Vista Suites?

The cheapest day to book Rio Vista Suites is Wednesday, with an average nightly rate of £101. The most expensive day is Saturday at £268 per night.

How far in advance should you book Rio Vista Suites?

To get the best price at Rio Vista Suites, book around 9 weeks in advance. This could save you approximately 49% compared to booking last minute.

KAYAK's top tips for your stay at Rio Vista Suites

  • The cheapest price a room at Rio Vista Suites was booked for on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was £101, while the most expensive was £101.
  • How long should you stay at Rio Vista Suites? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at Rio Vista Suites

  • Where is Rio Vista Suites located?

    Rio Vista Suites is located at 611 Third Street, 0.8 miles from the centre of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Rio Vista Suites.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Rio Vista Suites?

    Check-in time is 15:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Rio Vista Suites.

  • Does Rio Vista Suites offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Rio Vista Suites offers free Wi-Fi.

  • Does Rio Vista Suites offer free parking?

    Yes, Rio Vista Suites offers free parking.

  • How far is Rio Vista Suites from the airport?

    Rio Vista Suites is 27.7 miles from San Jose. Rio Vista Suites is 28 miles from Monterey Regional.

  • How does KAYAK find such great Rio Vista Suites hotel deals?

    KAYAK scours the web for all room deals available at Rio Vista Suites in Santa Cruz and lets you compare them to find the best rate for your stay. Many different travel sites will offer discounts or deals at different times for rooms at Rio Vista Suites and KAYAK will provide you with prices from a huge range of travel sites. That means that you can always find a great deal for Rio Vista Suites.

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8.3
0.8 mi
San Jose
27.7 mi

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