Top 10 Rio del Mar Hotels of 2026

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1. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

Haleh

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio del Mar

Rich

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.2 km from Rio del Mar

Michael

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7.3 km from Rio del Mar

Anna Christine

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

5. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7.3 km from Rio del Mar

Nathan

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

6. Monarch Cove Inn

5.6 km from Rio del Mar

Deborah

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

6.7 km from Rio del Mar

Nhu

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

10.4 km from Rio del Mar

Joel

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11.8 km from Rio del Mar

Jose

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

10. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

9.3 km from Rio del Mar

Donald

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

11. Carousel Beach Inn

11.8 km from Rio del Mar

Jason

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

10.7 km from Rio del Mar

Grant

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

13. Chaminade Resort & Spa

9.8 km from Rio del Mar

Erica

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

14. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

12 km from Rio del Mar

Syria

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12.4 km from Rio del Mar

Jill Susanne

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

Desk, iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi

16. Comfort Inn Watsonville

9.7 km from Rio del Mar

Delbert

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

17. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

6.3 km from Rio del Mar

Cecilia

includes taxes & fees

24 Sept - 25 Sept

18. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

10 km from Rio del Mar

Amra

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

19. Inn At Pasatiempo

13 km from Rio del Mar

Paul

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

20. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

14.6 km from Rio del Mar

Linda

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Find the best Rio del Mar areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.

Seacliff

If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

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Aptos Village

Aptos Village might not have many top sights, but Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"Hot tub not working. Cart for cleaning staff should have air filled tires, it was loud when carts were moving on the catwalk"

Seascape Beach Resort

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at Seascape Resort many times over the past 30 plus years, tu[pically in the 2 bedroom townhomes. It is a lovely and restful place. For the first time, we stayed in the studios in the main building. It was a spacious and well maintained room with a fireplace, balcony and kitchenette. It was perfect for our needs and very comfortable. we enjoyed the beach, the pools, the bar and restaurant, and the shuttle sevice to and from the beach. All in all a great time. We highly recommend Seascape resort."

Seaside Inn & Suites

8/10 Good

"We stayed here after a day at the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. Check-in was quick and painless. The motel was full and there was still adequate parking. The A/C worked well enough. There are several food options and a convenience store within an easy walk. The Beach Hut Deli on the corner makes a mighty fine sandwich, and you can even have a beer while you wait. The only ding on this motel is that the bathroom was a bit tired. The sink was down to steel in a couple of spots and please repair the stripped spline in the shower temperature control."

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"We stayed one night and I wish we could have stayed for a week! Beautiful property. Amazing staff. Front desk was so kind and on point. The bed was the most comfortable bed I've slept in. Room was huge and well laid out. LOVED the patio. View onto beautiful trees and trails. It was very quiet while we were there. I will absolutely be back."

Frequently asked questions

What is Rio del Mar like?

Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Aptos's Rio del Mar neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Rio del Mar? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Rio del Mar?

Based on our traveller data, Seascape Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Rio del Mar. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant.

How many hotels should I expect to find in the Rio del Mar area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Aptos, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 168 Rio del Mar hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio del Mar, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Rio del Mar.

What are the top things to see and do in Rio del Mar?

Dip your toes in the water at Rio Del Mar Beach or Seacliff State Beach while you're in Rio del Mar. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Seascape Golf Club while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Rio del Mar include Beer Can Beach, Aptos History Museum and La Selva Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, make sure that you visit other sights such as Manresa State Beach or Potbelly Beach.

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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

1. Seascape Beach Resort

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

5. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

6. Monarch Cove Inn

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

10. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

11. Carousel Beach Inn

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

13. Chaminade Resort & Spa

14. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

16. Comfort Inn Watsonville

17. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

18. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

19. Inn At Pasatiempo

20. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Seacliff

Aptos Village

Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

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