At Rio Vista Suites, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can keep active with nearby hiking/biking trails. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.
Reviews
8.68.6 out of 10
Excellent
Popular amenities
Parking available
Internet access
Main amenities (5)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Limited hour front desk
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Fireplace
Cable TV service
The current price is NT$2,235
NT$2,235
NT$3,050 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 13 - Mar 14
Room options
View all photos for Room 6: Economy Queen
Room 6: Economy Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 7: Deluxe Queen
Room 7: Deluxe Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible
Room 1: Deluxe Queen, Accessible
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
28 sq m
Water view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 8: Economy Queen
Room 8: Economy Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
17 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion
Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
16 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion
Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 10: Economy Attic Queen
Room 10: Economy Attic Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion
Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen
Room 9: An Economy Attic Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 2: Deluxe Queen
Room 2: Deluxe Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 3: Standard Queen
Room 3: Standard Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
Shower/tub combination
28 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 4: Deluxe Queen
Room 4: Deluxe Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Jetted bathtub
Separate bathtub and shower
28 sq m
Lake view
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 5: Deluxe Queen
Room 5: Deluxe Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 11: Economy Attic Queen
Room 11: Economy Attic Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 12: Attic Queen
Room 12: Attic Queen
Highlights
Fireplace
Heating
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
Microwave
21 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Queen Bed
View all photos for Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion
Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 44 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 47 min drive
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 58 min drive
Restaurants
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk
Ideal Bar & Grill - 10 min walk
Boardwalk Bowl - 5 min walk
Los Viejones - 9 min walk
Marini's at the Beach - 6 min walk
About this property
Rio Vista Suites
At Rio Vista Suites, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can keep active with nearby hiking/biking trails. This Victorian hotel is also within a short drive of University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot. Fellow travelers like the helpful staff and walkable location.
Languages
English, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
12 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
Children
Children (18 years old and younger) not allowed
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free wired internet access in public areas
Parking
Onsite parking limited
Other information
Designated smoking areas
No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Beach nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horse riding nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1890
Garden
Victorian architecture
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Handrails in stairways
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Room amenities
Be entertained
IPod docking station
LED television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Fireplace
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Rio Vista Suites Hotel Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites Hotel
Rio Vista Suites Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites
Rio Vista Suites Hotel
Rio Vista Suites Santa Cruz
Rio Vista Suites Hotel Santa Cruz
Frequently asked questions
Does Rio Vista Suites offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Rio Vista Suites does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Rio Vista Suites?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Rio Vista Suites?
Yes. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Rio Vista Suites?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Rio Vista Suites and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like hiking, horseback riding, and windsurfing. Rio Vista Suites also has a garden.
What's the area around Rio Vista Suites like?
Rio Vista Suites is a short 5-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes' walk from Main Beach. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Rio Vista Suites Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
8.2/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 9, 2025
In town for a conference
A perfect room for 1 person attending a conference in the area. Walkable distence to everywhere i needed to go. The room was small, but incredibly comfortable. Loved the view from my deck.
Eric
Eric, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 1, 2024
Adorable historic home. Walking distance to beach, boardwalk and restaurants.
Suzanne
Suzanne, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 29, 2024
Relaxing, comfortable suite.
Ruth
Ruth, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 3, 2024
The property is beautiful and the building is fantastic.
Carrie
Carrie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
The hotel was nice very comfy and cozy very clean and I loved the jetted tub will likely go back again
Caesar
Caesar, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2024
Charming historic property at a reasonable price!
Brenda
Brenda, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2024
Lovely place to stay
Great location for visiting a family member. Very close to wharf t where there are sea lions hanging out. Close to Lighthouse State park where you can walk along coastline which is beautiful. Room comfortable, clean. Soft drinks and coffee/ tea available.
Cynthia
Cynthia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 14, 2024
Lovely!
Cassandra
Cassandra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 19, 2024
Lilly was amazing at check in. She gave us some history on this amazing property that is over 130 yrs old. Absolutely stunning. Easy walk to the boardwalk and wharf areas. This was an unbelievable find for lodging and we now have a permanent option when visiting Santa Cruz or nearby areas.
Troy
Troy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 29, 2024
Beautiful n cozy well appointed rooms
Stacy
Stacy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 15, 2024
This house is amazing quaint and a total joy to stay there. Staff was friendly knowledgeable and ready to assist. I will always stay here when I come to Santa Cruz.
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 1, 2024
I will be back
Great place very quiet and centralized I will be back
Brandy
Brandy, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
Great spot for our overnight for a fun night in Santa Cruz, super convenient to boardwalk and dining - all walkable. Lovely Victorian building with modern interiors and amenities. Clean, safe and excellent customer service.
Tanya
Tanya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
Super cute place! Close to the Boardwalk and the pier. Our room was clean and cozy. It had everything we needed.
Kindra
Kindra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2024
The cleanliness of the property and the amenities
Daniel
Daniel, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 11, 2024
The property is a gorgeous old Victorian. However, if you are staying in the converted attic rooms, you should be short and small. Very tight, but cute quarters. Amazing view in both directions.
ARIEL
ARIEL, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 23, 2024
This was a very Cute old house. It was very clean and comfortable and had lots of really nice architecture. It was very convenient to walk to the boardwalk nearby.
Amy
Amy, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 3, 2024
very nice room but very noisy due to traffic
Steve
Steve, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 8, 2024
Nice to stay in a different kind of place
Andrea
Andrea, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2024
The owner was friendly, helpful and accommodating
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 23, 2024
Very quaint & clean. Cute little room. Nice view & great location. More upkeep needed & service was non-existant.
Helen
Helen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 25, 2024
This was a very quaint place that i really enjoyed. It would be hard for some since the stairs are really steep.
Tiana
Tiana, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 7, 2024
Fun in Santa Cruz!!!!
It was very welcoming. Lilly at checkin was wonderful and had a great attitude. It was very uplifting. The place was beautiful and really close to the Boardwalk. It was literally a 5 minute walk. I look forward to staying here everytime we stay in Santa Cruz! Thank you again Lilly for everything!
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 7, 2024
Must stay here!
Amazing boutique style hotel. Historic house beautifully updated. Room was spacious and had all amenities.
Susan
Susan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2024
Always a pleasure staying in such a historic house!