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

2 persons

21 m²

1 King-size bed

Heating

Fireplace

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Deluxe Queen Room # 2

2 persons

21 m²

1 King-size bed

Heating

Fireplace

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Queen Room #17 Annexed

2 persons

13 m²

1 King-size bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Standard Queen Room #15 Annexed

2 persons

12 m²

1 King-size bed

Heating

Bathtub

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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Centre

Santa Cruz800 m

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 54.0 km

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 67.9 km

Bus

Bus stop200 m

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
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
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

770 m

Museum

Museum of Art and History

1.2 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

1.4 km

Landmark

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

810 m

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

960 m

Landmark

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

1.6 km

Museum

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

2.2 km

Park

Neary Lagoon Park

1.9 km

Landmark

To Honor Surfing Monument

1.5 km

Spa Centre

Tea House Spa

650 m

Spa Centre

Well Within Spa

680 m

Landmark

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.6 km

Landmark

Cave Train

620 m

Store

Cowell Beach

970 m

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

790 m

Landmark

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

1.3 km

Park

Abbott Square

980 m

Store

Shopper's Corner

1.1 km

Beach

Seabright State Beach

1.8 km

Landmark

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

770 m

Landmark

Lighthouse Field State Beach

2.3 km

Landmark

Ocean View Park

1.7 km

Nearby

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

500 m

400 Beach St

Sky Glider

510 m

400 Beach St

Giant Dipper

520 m

400 Beach St

Undertow

460 m

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

380 m

Raymond St

Beach Flats Community Garden

420 m

Beach

Main Beach

550 m

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Holiday Train

590 m

Restaurants

Beach Street Cafe

520 m

399 Beach St

South Beach Pizza Company

560 m

303 Beach St

Saturn Cafe

510 m

145 Laurel Street

The Picnic Basket

790 m

125 Beach St

Casablanca Bistro

660 m

101 Main St

Sawasdee By The Sea

690 m

101 Main St Casablanca Inn

Mumbai Delights

540 m

810 Pacific Ave

Zachary's Restaurant

630 m

819 Pacific Avenue

Tampico Kitchen & Lounge LNG

610 m

822 Pacific Ave

Subway

630 m

825 Pacific Avenue

A Slice of Kianti's

710 m

46 Front St

Sesame

700 m

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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Sports & Fitness

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Spa & Leisure

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