Rio del Mar Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rio del Mar
Stay near popular Rio del Mar attractions
Activities
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
NZ$78
per adult
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
NZ$78
per adult
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
NZ$78
per adult
Our pick of the best Rio del Mar Hotel Deals
Seascape Beach Resort
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
The price is NZ$621 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
NZ$621
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 in their ...
Chaminade Resort & Spa
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
The price is NZ$321 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$321
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
215 Beach Street Santa Cruz CA
The price is NZ$753 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$753
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Mystery Spot ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (441 reviews)
"The best!"
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$146 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$146
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (2,204 reviews)
"It is a nice facility. The only complaint I have is that there is absolutely NO service - no matter how long you stay. You have to take out your own trash and ask for clean towels. This is not something we've had to deal with at any other Motel 6."
Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026
Seaside Inn & Suites
525 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is NZ$140 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
NZ$140
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Ocean Pacific Lodge
301 Pacific Avenue Santa Cruz CA
The price is NZ$210 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$210
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,523 reviews)
"This is my go to hotel every time I'm in Santa Cruz. The staff are all friendly and accommodating, the beds are comfortable, and the two hot tubs are amazing after a busy day."
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on 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.
