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Sport & Beauty 1, Rio Sands Hotel, Santa Cruz
Exterior & Views 2, Rio Sands Hotel, Santa Cruz
Bedroom 3, Rio Sands Hotel, Santa Cruz
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Hotel

Rio Sands Hotel

4.4/5

(100 reviews)
Santa Cruz, California
Discount 3%

Start from

USD 103

/room/night

The Fun Awaits

You’ll love the location
You’ll love the locationIt’s near a airport, shopping area, and harbour.
Perfect for business trips
Perfect for business tripsEnjoy business facilities such as a business center.

Reviews

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4.4/5

GoodFrom 100 reviews
5.0/57 Sep 2024
Joni
greAt knowledgeable stff
5.0/527 Aug 2024
Diane
We come every year and never had any issues.
5.0/527 Aug 2024
Roxanne
Nice property close to the beach.
5.0/521 Aug 2024
Linh • Family Trip
Friendly
5.0/521 Aug 2024
Linda • Couple Trip
The property was obviously well cared for. All employees seemed very dedicated to this hotel. Desk employee extremely kind. Breakfast dining room very pleasant, large, and with a fireplace. Good food choices too. Our room was really like an apartment, and had a patio with access to lounge furniture. Just what the doctor ordered!
5.0/520 Aug 2024
Sandra • Couple Trip
The place was great for the price compare to the area. Close to the beach. And staff was great, front desk and lady on the kitchen.
5.0/520 Aug 2024
Ashley
Staff was great, room was safe. More comfortable than staying in S
5.0/518 Aug 2024
Myeshia
Excellent stay for my family. We will be going once a year. The location, staff, and amenities are great. Love the pool and beach I don't think there was air conditioning in the room only a fan, so it was hard to sleep at night due to being warm. This is an easy fix for my future stay.
5.0/518 Aug 2024
Connie
Conveniently located by beach, walkable, coffe shop, restaurants nearby
5.0/517 Aug 2024
Heather • Family Trip
Excellent location and facilities! We loved that they had family suites so that we could all be close together, but not right on top of each other. Room is a bit small for a suite, e.g. there's a kitchen, but you have to eat outside on the patio/balcony, and furnishings are older. Overall great value for the price. Would definitely return!
5.0/513 Aug 2024
Julia
Bed was super comfortable. I enjoyed having a little patio area to sit outside. The rooms do not have AC, and my room felt a bit warm and stuffy. I could open the sliding doors to cool it off, except at night. The location is a short walk to the beach. Not much soundproofing between floors, but they have quiet time starting at 10pm.
5.0/54 Aug 2024
Brittany
This is our 3rd year coming to Rio Sands. We absolutely love it. I hesitate to share how incredible it is bc I don’t want it to get busier- but they deserve it. It’s our beach home away from home.
5.0/51 Aug 2024
Paolo
Dejligt sted lige ved stranden.
5.0/531 Jul 2024
Ralph • Family Trip
Loved the pool and spa and walking distance to ocean!
5.0/531 Jul 2024
Juan
Hotel was great the only thing they shut off the water . When I was in the shower.
5.0/526 Jul 2024
Thomas
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5.0/524 Jul 2024
Mario • Couple Trip
It was nice and clean and peaceful
5.0/520 Jul 2024
Laura
The Rio Sands is a great hotel. We love that you can just walk to the beach from the hotel.
5.0/514 Jul 2024
Nicole
Great place for families. Hot tub and beach plus the rooms with kitchens, can’t beat it!
5.0/514 Jul 2024
Susan • Family Trip
Perfectly located, friendly atmosphere! Lovely property!

Location

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116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, US
Shopping areas

Capitola Mercantile

Shopping areas

5.3km

Shopping areas

Pacific Garden Mall

Shopping areas

13.4km

Shopping areas

Watsonville Square Shopping Center

Shopping areas

15.4km

Airports

Santa Cruz Island

Airports

12.5km

Airports

Watsonville

Airports

13.5km

Harbours

Capitola Wharf

Harbours

5.5km

Outdoor attractions

Sante Adairius Rustic Ales

Outdoor attractions

5.3km

Outdoor attractions

Nicholson Vineyards

Outdoor attractions

8.7km

Outdoor attractions

Pleasant Valley Vineyards

Outdoor attractions

8.8km

Outdoor attractions

DeLaveaga Golf Course

Outdoor attractions

11.4km

Outdoor attractions

Pasatiempo Golf Course

Outdoor attractions

14.4km

Water parks & amusement parks

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Water parks & amusement parks

18.1km

Outdoor attractions

Loma Prieta Winery

Outdoor attractions

19km

Water parks & amusement parks

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Water parks & amusement parks

19.2km

Outdoor attractions

MJA Vineyards

Outdoor attractions

19.7km

Outdoor attractions

Silver Mountain Vineyards

Outdoor attractions

19.8km

Nature & parks

Rio Del Mar Beach

Nature & parks

128m

Nature & parks

Seacliff State Beach

Nature & parks

945m

Nature & parks

New Brighton State Beach

Nature & parks

4km

Nature & parks

Capitola Beach

Nature & parks

5.4km

Places of worship

Capitola Historical Museum

Places of worship

5.5km

Nature & parks

The Hook

Nature & parks

6.9km

Nature & parks

La Selva Beach

Nature & parks

7.1km

Nature & parks

The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park

Nature & parks

7.6km

Nature & parks

Pleasure Point Park

Nature & parks

7.8km

Nature & parks

Manresa State Beach

Nature & parks

9.5km

Places of worship

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

Places of worship

11.8km

Nature & parks

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Nature & parks

12.6km

Other landmarks

Cocoanut Grove

Other landmarks

12.9km

Nature & parks

Main Beach

Nature & parks

13.1km

Places of worship

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

Places of worship

13.4km

Places of worship

Santa Cruz Museum of Art and History

Places of worship

13.5km

Nature & parks

Lighthouse Point Park

Nature & parks

13.7km

Places of worship

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

Places of worship

13.9km

Nature & parks

Sunset State Beach

Nature & parks

15.1km

Nature & parks

Pinto Lake Park

Nature & parks

15.8km

All distances are measured in straight lines. The actual travel distance may be different.

Accommodation Policy

Announcement

Based on the Senate Bill 478, all reservations for any accommodations in California are eligible for a full refund if cancelled within 24 hours after confirmation, regardless of their previous cancellation policy. This new policy applies starting 1st July 2024, for all bookings made at least 3 days in advance before the check-in date.
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Check-in Procedure
Check-in4:00 PM-1:00 AM
Check-out11:00 AM

  • 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).

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. If you are planning to arrive after 1 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

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Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

More Policies
  • 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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

About Rio Sands Hotel

Rio Sands Hotel Location
When you stay at Rio Sands Hotel in Aptos, you'll be by the ocean, within a 15-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This motel is 4.4 mi (7 km) from Capitola Beach and 9.3 mi (15 km) from Mystery Spot.

Rio Sands Hotel Facility and Service
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and barbecue grills.

Rio Sands Hotel Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 50 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

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Room Type and Price

Thu, 12 Dec 2024- Fri, 13 Dec 2024 (1 night)
1 Room, 1 Guest

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