Rio del Mar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Rio del Mar
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Photo by Jeff White
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Rio Sands Hotel

Rio Sands Hotel

2 out of 5
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA
Stay at this motel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour business center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Loved It
"We really enjoyed our trip to Aptos at Rio Sands. Our room was a perfect location with a few steps to the pool and hot tub with a nice view of the garden area. Everyone was very helpful and receptive to our needs. It was so nice to be walking distance to the beach. 🏖️"

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

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Rio Sands Hotel
Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive, Aptos, CA
The price is NZ$708 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
NZ$708
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free valet parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (815 reviews)
"The unit was very clean it was just the ants in all the rooms that were annoying. We had a great time and the view was amazing."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Seascape Beach Resort
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd, Marina, CA
The price is NZ$123 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
NZ$123
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,395 reviews)
"Good hotel with friendly staff. The rooms are not clean."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
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Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort

Aptos
Book a stay at this golf condo in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (238 reviews)
"Great location and property! Would recommend and stay here again"

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2025

Ocean View Studio Condo at Seascape Resort
Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!

Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!

Aptos
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (80 reviews)
"This beach house is classically beautiful. It is only steps to the beach and the views are breathtaking. Rio del Mar is amongst the best beaches in Santa Cruz County making this location prime. You don't need to bring anything. Everything is provided for you and the host is very kind and communicative. ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2025

Jaw-Dropping Beach-Front Retreat!
Superb 1-Bedroom Beach Condo at Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos, CA

Superb 1-Bedroom Beach Condo at Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos, CA

Aptos
Stay at this condo in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Beer Can Beach are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (16 reviews)
"Great location. Updated furnishings. Very happy with our stay."

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

Superb 1-Bedroom Beach Condo at Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos, CA
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Popular places to visit

Rio Del Mar Beach

Rio Del Mar Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Rio del Mar? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.

Rio Del Mar Beach
Seacliff State Beach

Seacliff State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Seacliff State Beach
New Brighton State Beach

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.

New Brighton State Beach

Seascape Golf Club

Play a round of golf in Rio del Mar 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.

Seascape Golf Club

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.

Cabrillo College

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.

Potbelly Beach

Activities

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

NZ$144
per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

NZ$219
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic

NZ$235
per adult
5-Hour Wilderness Skills & Survival Clinic
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Cities near Rio del Mar

Aptos

Aptos