RIO VISTA INN & SUITES SANTA CRUZ, Santa Cruz – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
611 Third Street,
Santa Cruz,
California,
United States,
95060,
California
Rooms & Amenities
Rio Vista Inn & Suites offers 12 rooms, including ADA-accessible options. Rooms feature views of the San Lorenzo River or the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Each room includes a 40-inch LED HDTV, iPod docking station, iron, hairdryer, and wireless internet. Bathrooms have WaterSense-certified fixtures, rainfall showers, and complimentary toiletries. Some rooms have original Victorian details like arched windows and hardwood floors.
Dining & Refreshments
Guests have access to a cappuccino/espresso center and juice station. Complimentary refreshments like water, coffee, tea, and juice are available throughout the day. The lounge area includes seating by a fireplace.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel is steps from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Wharf. Nearby activities include surfing, whale watching, kayaking, and swimming. Guests can visit Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park, Natural Bridges State Beach, or the Mystery Spot. The UC Santa Cruz campus and Pasatiempo Golf Club are also close by.
Location & Access
The hotel is on Beach Hill, overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It is a 55 km drive from Mineta San Jose International Airport. Public transport includes nearby bus stops and the Metro Station (Line 5). The area has restaurants like Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean, as well as shops like Urban Outfitters.
Services & Accessibility
The hotel provides concierge services for local activity recommendations. ADA-compliant features include roll-in showers, grab bars, and lowered counter heights. Staff are trained in Universal Precaution methods for hygiene. Housekeeping uses disposable gloves and follows strict sanitization protocols. Service animals are welcome, and accessible parking is available.
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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
Off-site car park
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Adults only
Sports & Fitness
Golf course
Services
Housekeeping
Business
Fax/Photocopying
Spa & Leisure
Beach access
Garden area
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Media
Flat-screen TV
Room decor
Parquet floor
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Location
611 Third Street,
Santa Cruz,
California,
United States,
95060,
California
Map view
611 Third Street,
Santa Cruz,
California,
United States,
95060,
California
City landmarks
Harbour
Santa Cruz Wharf
2600 ft
Museum
Museum of Art and History
3800 ft
Museum
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History
4500 ft
35 Pacific Ave
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
2700 ft
Shopping Area
Pacific Garden Mall
3200 ft
Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive
Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
5200 ft
Museum
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum
1.4
mi
Park
Neary Lagoon Park
1.2
mi
600 West Cliff Drive
To Honor Surfing Monument
4900 ft
Spa Centre
Tea House Spa
2200 ft
Spa Centre
Well Within Spa
2300 ft
144 School St
Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park
5200 ft
400 Beach St
Cave Train
2100 ft
Store
Cowell Beach
3200 ft
Store
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop
2600 ft
Beach st
Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf
4200 ft
Park
Abbott Square
3300 ft
Store
Shopper's Corner
3600 ft
Beach
Seabright State Beach
1.1
mi
325 Soquel Ave at Ocean Avenue
The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio
2600 ft
Santa Cruz
Lighthouse Field State Beach
1.4
mi
102 Ocean View Ave
Ocean View Park
1.0
mi
Nearby
Mall
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
1700 ft
400 Beach St
Sky Glider
1700 ft
400 Beach St
Giant Dipper
1800 ft
400 Beach St
Undertow
1600 ft
299 San Lorenzo Boulevard
Mike Fox Skate Park
1300 ft
Raymond St
Beach Flats Community Garden
1400 ft
Beach
Main Beach
1900 ft
Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Holiday Train
2000 ft
Restaurants
Beach Street Cafe
1800 ft
399 Beach St
South Beach Pizza Company
1900 ft
303 Beach St
Saturn Cafe
1700 ft
145 Laurel Street
The Picnic Basket
2600 ft
125 Beach St
Casablanca Bistro
2200 ft
101 Main St
Sawasdee By The Sea
2300 ft
101 Main St Casablanca Inn
Mumbai Delights
1800 ft
810 Pacific Ave
Zachary's Restaurant
2100 ft
819 Pacific Avenue
Tampico Kitchen & Lounge LNG
2100 ft
822 Pacific Ave
Subway
2100 ft
825 Pacific Avenue
A Slice of Kianti's
2400 ft
46 Front St
Sesame
2300 ft
435 Front St
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
82%
enjoyed their stay & would return
Awesome decoration
Close to boardwalk
Disappointing dining
Small room
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
5.3
Location
8.3
Service
6.7
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 6 reviews
8.5
8.5/10 based on 891 reviews
Joseph
United Kingdom,
May
2024
6.0/10
The hotel's room was not as described and felt small, but it was awesome. The decorations made it seem even smaller. Service was lacking improvement. The location was close to the boardwalk but not as expected. The dining was disappointing, with cold trailer arrangements and limited options.
Rooms
6.0
The room, although described as a small suite, felt small and cramped, making it difficult to move around. It was not even touched to be clean.
Service
5.0
Housekeeping service could be better improved.
Location
7.0
The location was a bit different than expected, although it was close to the boardwalk. Not matching the standard shown in the pictures.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was extremely disappointing, with a set-up in a cold trailer and limited options.
Facilities
5.0
Facilities need some work.
Awesome decoration
Disappointing dining
Nicholas
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.8/10
The hotel was conveniently located near the boardwalk and wharf, offering a perfect setting for exploration. While the room was lovely with a nice bathroom, it was a bit stuffy being on the 3rd floor. The dining experience left much to be desired with delayed service and limited breakfast options, yet the warm bread was a small consolation.
Rooms
8.0
I stayed in a lovely room with a nice bathroom that had both a bathtub with jets and a shower.
Service
7.0
The housekeeping service was satisfactory during my stay.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was very good, near the boardwalk and downtown, despite some presence of homeless individuals in the area.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was subpar with delayed breakfast service and limited options provided.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were adequate for my needs.
Harry
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.0/10
The hotel has a great location near downtown Santa Cruz and the beach, offering a fantastic view of the riverwalk. While the rooms had a strong smell of cleaning products and cheap air fresheners, the service was pleasant and efficient. The dining options were basic, but the overall value for money was reasonable.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms had a strong smell of cleaning products and cheap air fresheners.
Service
8.0
The service was pleasant and efficient.
Location
9.0
The hotel is close to the ocean/boardwalk, offering a fantastic view of the riverwalk. It's within walking distance to the Boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz.
Dining
6.0
The dining options were basic, should have healthier and more organic items.
Facilities
7.0
The hotel facilities were average.
Robert
United States,
September
2023
6.6/10
The hotel is situated along an average Californian highway of the S, offering a fantastic location just about a block away from the boardwalk, ideal for enjoying both the boardwalk and downtown Santa Cruz. However, there were noise issues, and a laundry mishap occurred, which cost $120, a situation I hope is unique.
Rooms
6.0
The room with a small balcony was smaller than expected, and the TV placement risked head bumps, not matching the booked pictures.
Service
7.0
The housekeeping service was good, ensuring a clean environment despite the room size.
Location
8.0
The hotel boasts a nice design and an advantageous location close to the boardwalk, though noise levels required the use of earplugs at night.
Dining
5.0
The breakfast selection was limited, with sparse and stale options, although the highlight was the homemade jams.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities were average, but nothing stood out during my stay.
Marion
United States,
August
2023
6.6/10
My stay at the hotel had some ups and downs. The location was perfect for me, within walking distance of the boardwalk and downtown bars and restaurants. However, the rooms were quite small and cramped, making it difficult to move around, and the bathroom felt claustrophobic. The breakfast provided was minimal and forgettable, but the homemade sweets were a nice touch.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were tiny and full of furniture, making it almost impossible to walk around or access the bed easily due to limited space. We even requested a room change due to the small size for two people.
Service
7.0
The service was decent, and the housekeeping staff were friendly and accommodating. Special thanks to the staff for their hospitality and friendliness in helping us navigate the neighborhood.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was perfect for me, close to tourist attractions and within walking distance of the boardwalk and downtown area. However, it was quite noisy until around 2 a.m., which could be a downside for light sleepers.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was mediocre, with limited breakfast options that could have been improved. However, the homemade sweets were a delightful surprise.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel provided basic dining amenities like tea/coffee and pastries, but the breakfast options were subpar. The space could use some improvements to enhance guests' dining experience.
Joseph
United States,
June
2023
6.6/10
The hotel was extremely small and cramped, with a lack of privacy due to the room's direct exposure to common areas. However, the location was perfect for us, within walking distance to the Boardwalk and downtown, offering a quiet setting near the San Lorenzo river. The dining experience left much to be desired with limited cheap options, though the freshly baked European bread was a positive highlight.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were very very small and cell-like, located on the third floor with little privacy due to the direct access to the gathering area outside.
Service
6.0
Housekeeping service was satisfactory.
Location
9.0
The hotel's location was excellent, quiet, and close to both the Boardwalk and downtown area.
Dining
5.0
The dining options were poor, with limited selections of inexpensive products and primarily served in a hallway. However, the freshly baked European bread was a nice touch.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel's facilities were basic, lacking notable amenities.
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