Rio del Mar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

SS Palo Alto
Rio Del Mar Beach is dotted with driftwood after the storm. Beachgoers enjoy a sunny day under a clear blue sky. The wreck of SS Palo Alto cement ship in foreground.
The SS Palo Alto bathed in the warm, golden glow of the sunset at Seacliff State Park Beach.
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Our pick of the best Rio del Mar Hotel Deals

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
The price is NZ$739 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$739
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (928 reviews)
Fifth or sixth time we’ve stayed here over the years. The setting cannot be beat for the serenity and beauty. Much more relaxed than Santa Cruz and Capitola.. First time in the ocean view with the spa tub room. I think I would do that again largely because of the ocean view. That said if you stay ...

Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

2 out of 5
116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$288 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
NZ$288
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Location is the best, place is clean & outdoor areas well kept. Bathrooms are small but the location & staff are worth dealing with no counter space!

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
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 CA
Stay at this condo in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, balconies and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Capitola Beach and Beer Can Beach are located ...
Superb 1-Bedroom Beach Condo at Seascape Beach Resort in Aptos, CA
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
The price is NZ$121 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
NZ$121
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (1,723 reviews)
Clean room laundry amd ice and parking felt safe

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is NZ$443 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$443
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
The price is NZ$292 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
NZ$292
12 Apr - 13 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,095 reviews)
Great hotel, great customer service! Would definitely come back here again.

Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Rio del Mar

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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.

Aptos Village
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Seacliff

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

Seacliff


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