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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

1. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is €144
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

2. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Nice place, family friendly. Close to many adventures"
United States
Ahmed
The price is €347
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Seascape Beach Resort

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,163 reviews)
"Easy parking and close to shops and restaurants"
United States
Stephanie Moeata
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,012 reviews)
"Clen room and friendly staff."
United States
Jose
The price is €115
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

5. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
5.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,005 reviews)
"Very charming old house on a beautiful point overlooking the bay covered in trees absolutely one of the most scenic places i have ever stayed."
United States
William
The price is €188
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Monarch Cove Inn

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Room was clean and breakfast was amazing."
United States
Kate
The price is €160
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,009 reviews)
"Great place to stay with family"
United States
Iram
The price is €217
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Chaminade Resort & Spa

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Spacious and comfortable room, very helpful staff, great breakfast offered Bathroom very nice and clean"
United States
Aprille
The price is €168
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

9. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Breakfast was good and the room was perfect."
United States
Martha
The price is €129
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

10. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
10.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (436 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is €112
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn

11. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Amazing front desk staff"
United States
Maverick
The price is €127
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

12. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
12.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,090 reviews)
"Had a great experience, room was clean and had all the basic amenities. Staff was super nice."
United States
Sean
The price is €94
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Seaside Inn & Suites

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
12.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,495 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge

14. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
12.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,304 reviews)
"love staying here"
United States
Cecelia
The price is €111
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

15. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
12 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Great breakfasts and friendly staff"
United States
Linda
The price is €134
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

16. The Aqua Pacific Hotel

The Aqua Pacific Hotel
2.0 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (941 reviews)
"It’s a quiet place and fine for spending the night; I liked that it’s close to the beach."
United States
Ismael
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
The Aqua Pacific Hotel

17. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (129 reviews)
"For the price is a good hotel I'll stay there again"
United States
Vicente
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Drift Inn

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

Inn At Pasatiempo
2.5 star property
13 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, nice restaurant, good location!!"
United States
Sandra
The price is €148
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Inn At Pasatiempo

19. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (549 reviews)
"It was a very nice little located spot if you want to be right on the Esplanade of Capitola near the beach and decent restaurants."
United States
Trina
The price is €309
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Capitola Hotel

20. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (27 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Patricia
The price is €149
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Carousel Beach Inn
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Where to stay in Rio del Mar

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

Seacliff

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

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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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 171 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?
Rio Del Mar Beach, Seacliff State Beach and La Selva Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay 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 Manresa State Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, make sure that you visit other sights such as Potbelly Beach or New Brighton State Beach.