Visit Rio del Mar
Popular places to visit
Rio Del Mar Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Aptos? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Seacliff State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
New Brighton State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Seascape Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Aptos at Seascape Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Cabrillo College
Explore the campus of Cabrillo College during your stay in Aptos. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
Potbelly Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Top hotels in Rio del Mar
Seascape Beach Resort
Epic service with the capability to just text the front desk for whatever you need was so convenient! The dining service at the restaurant was also top notch! And a great room with a lovely view, will definitely be going back.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
We loved the location of the room and the hot tub
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Love staying here
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Nice stuff,
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Modern, clean, spacious. Comfortable bed, good water pressure. Friendly staff. Fantastic location - 250m to the pier. Great breakfast. Good value. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
We enjoyed our stay at Chaminade! It was quite, staffs are very friend and the food at The View was fantastic. We will come back again in the future.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio del Mar
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.
Seacliff
If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
