RIO VISTA INN & SUITES SANTA CRUZ | Santa Cruz ★ Prime Downtown Location & Comfort

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611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

“I loved being a short walk from the beautiful boardwalk!”view full review

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - A Victorian 4-star boutique hotel with river views and modern amenities on Beach Hill

Located on iconic Beach Hill, this 12-room Santa Cruz hotel occupies a restored Victorian estate offering views of San Lorenzo River and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Each of Rio Vista Inn & Suites' rooms features modern fixtures, water-sense certified bathrooms, and daily housekeeping service. Standard amenities include wireless internet, complimentary toiletries, and access to a lounge with fireplace. Rooms accommodate a maximum of two guests and include custom showers or jetted tubs. The Rio Vista offers ADA-compliant facilities with roll-in showers, grab bars, and wheelchair-accessible routes throughout. Positioned 34 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport, the property sits near Natural Bridges State Beach, UC Santa Cruz, and Pasatiempo Golf Club. Guest parking is available on the street.

Pros

Original Victorian architectural features including arched windows and hardwood floors

Complimentary concierge service for local activity recommendations

Views of San Lorenzo River flowing from Santa Cruz Mountains to Pacific Ocean

ADA-compliant facilities with multiple accessibility features

Cons

Maximum occupancy of 2 guests per room with no extra beds available

No guests under 21 permitted

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Deluxe Queen Room # 5

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2 persons

230 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Deluxe Queen Room # 2

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2 persons

230 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Queen Room #17 Annexed

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2 persons

140 sq. feet

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1 King-size bed

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Santa Cruz2700 ft

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 33.6 mi

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 42.2 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

Unique Room Experience

“I stayed in Room 2, which was mobility-friendly and beautifully modernized. The queen bed was comfortably equipped with a cozy four-poster design, and I loved the real oak floors adorned with a nice rug. The electronic locks provided a sense of security, and I enjoyed the consistent coffee and tea service available in the lobby.” view full review

Comfortable and Inviting

“My stay in Room 7 was good, with a cute and cozy ambiance. The gas fireplace was a perfect addition for warmth and created a lovely atmosphere at night. The bed, while soft, offered a good balance of support, and I especially appreciated the light-blocking shutters that let us sleep in peacefully.” view full review

Clean and Functional

“The bathroom in my Deluxe Queen Room (#4) was clean and had excellent water pressure for showering. I found the toiletries provided to be plentiful, which contributed to my overall pleasant experience. This added attention to detail made my stay even more satisfying.” view full review

Relaxing Atmosphere

“The room featured a standard cable TV, which was adequate for watching my favorite shows after a long day. I really wished it had Netflix, but the experience was still enjoyable. The electronic locks and the small fridge added to the convenience, making it easy to settle in and relax.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Off-site car park
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Adults only

Sports & Fitness

Golf course

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Beach access
Garden area

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Parquet floor

Location

611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

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611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

City landmarks

Harbour

Santa Cruz Wharf

2600 ft

Museum

Museum of Art and History

3800 ft

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

4500 ft

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

2700 ft

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

3200 ft

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

5200 ft

Museum

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

1.4 mi

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

1.2 mi

Landmark

To Honor Surfing Monument

4900 ft

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

2200 ft

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

2300 ft

Landmark

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

5200 ft

Landmark

Cave Train

2100 ft

Store

Cowell Beach

3200 ft

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

2600 ft

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

4200 ft

Park

Abbott Square

3300 ft

Store

Shopper's Corner

3600 ft

Beach

Seabright State Beach

1.1 mi

Landmark

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

2600 ft

Landmark

Lighthouse Field State Beach

1.4 mi

Landmark

Ocean View Park

1.0 mi

Nearby

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

1700 ft

400 Beach St

Sky Glider

1700 ft

400 Beach St

Giant Dipper

1800 ft

400 Beach St

Undertow

1600 ft

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

1300 ft

Raymond St

Beach Flats Community Garden

1400 ft

Beach

Main Beach

1900 ft

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Holiday Train

2000 ft

Restaurants

Beach Street Cafe

1800 ft

399 Beach St

South Beach Pizza Company

1900 ft

303 Beach St

Saturn Cafe

1700 ft

145 Laurel Street

The Picnic Basket

2600 ft

125 Beach St

Casablanca Bistro

2200 ft

101 Main St

Sawasdee By The Sea

2300 ft

101 Main St Casablanca Inn

Mumbai Delights

1800 ft

810 Pacific Ave

Zachary's Restaurant

2100 ft

819 Pacific Avenue

Tampico Kitchen & Lounge LNG

2100 ft

822 Pacific Ave

Subway

2100 ft

825 Pacific Avenue

A Slice of Kianti's

2400 ft

46 Front St

Sesame

2300 ft

435 Front St

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RIO VISTA INN & SUITES SANTA CRUZ, Santa Cruz

Hotel Details

Rio Vista Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - A Victorian 4-star boutique hotel with river views and modern amenities on Beach Hill

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