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

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505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - A budget-friendly hotel with kitchenette suites near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

Located an 8-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites features air-conditioned rooms equipped with cable TV offering HBO and ESPN channels. Each accommodation includes a Keurig coffee maker, microwave, and refrigerator, while select suites offer full kitchenettes. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk and provides complimentary WiFi throughout. All bathrooms come with fresh towels, toiletries, and hairdryers. This Santa Cruz hotel sits within walking distance of Downtown's Pacific Avenue, placing guests near local restaurants and entertainment venues. The Riverside Inn positions visitors 0.5 miles from Pacific Garden Mall and 1 mile from Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse.

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: Pros

- Each room features temperature controls and superior mattresses - Free onsite parking available (1 space per unit) - Walking distance to multiple dining options including Saturn Cafe and Mumbai Delights - Select rooms include kitchenettes for self-catering

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: Cons

- Some rooms face the street-side basketball court and skate park - Budget queen rooms equipped with shower only, no tub

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Choose from double rooms, family suites, and premium stays. Enjoy breakfast, flexible cancellations, and exclusive deals.

Queen Room

Max:

2 persons

220 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Coffee machine

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Deluxe Queen Suite

Max:

4 persons

345 sq. feet

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1 King Size Bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Deluxe King Suite

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4 persons

335 sq. feet

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1 King Size Bed

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Getting around

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City Center

Santa Cruz2300 ft

Airports

Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 33.4 mi

Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 42.0 mi

Bus

Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

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

Comfortable Stay

“I found the beds to be really comfortable, allowing me to get a great night's sleep. The room, though simple, was exceptionally clean and had a pleasant smell, which added to the overall experience.” view full review

Spacious Bathroom

“The bathroom was surprisingly large and well-maintained, which was a pleasant surprise. It made getting ready in the morning much easier with its ample space.” view full review

Clean and Functional

“The room featured a kitchenette which was quite handy, even though it could have used some cookware. Having a refrigerator was essential for storing snacks and drinks. Overall, the room was functional and met all my basic needs.” view full review

Great TV Setup

“The TV was a good size and provided ample entertainment during my stay. It was a nice addition, especially after a long day of activities.” view full review

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Security
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Room features

Air conditioning
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

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505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

City landmarks

Mall

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

2200 ft

Harbor

Santa Cruz Wharf

3500 ft

Museums

Museum of Art and History

4100 ft

Museums

Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History

4200 ft

35 Pacific Ave

Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center

3600 ft

Shopping Area

Pacific Garden Mall

3600 ft

Museums

Santa Cruz Surfing Museum

1.3 mi

Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive

Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse

1.2 mi

400 Beach St

Sky Glider

2200 ft

Spa Center

Tea House Spa

2000 ft

Spa Center

Well Within Spa

2200 ft

Beach st

Cocoanut Grove Banquet and Conf

2200 ft

144 School St

Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park

1.0 mi

Parks

Neary Lagoon Park

1.3 mi

400 Beach St

Giant Dipper

2200 ft

400 Beach St

Undertow

2100 ft

400 Beach St

Cave Train

2300 ft

Store

Cowell's Beach Surf Shop

2500 ft

600 West Cliff Drive

To Honor Surfing Monument

1.0 mi

Parks

Abbott Square

2900 ft

Store

Shopper's Corner

3000 ft

Beach

Main Beach

2300 ft

Santa Cruz

Santa Cruz Holiday Train

2100 ft

Beach

Seabright State Beach

5300 ft

Store

Cowell Beach

4100 ft

325 Soquel Ave at Ocean Avenue

The Satellite Workspace and Digital Media Studio

2500 ft

Store

Whole Foods Market

3900 ft

102 Ocean View Ave

Ocean View Park

4500 ft

Nearby

299 San Lorenzo Boulevard

Mike Fox Skate Park

700 ft

Raymond St

Beach Flats Community Garden

1300 ft

Restaurants

Firefly Coffee House

2300 ft

131 Front St # A # A

Fire Fly Cafe

2000 ft

131 Front St # A # A

India Joze

2400 ft

418 Front Street

Snap Taco

2100 ft

1108 Pacific Ave

Yan Flower

2800 ft

617 Pacific Ave

El Hermoso Mar

2400 ft

313 Beach St

Coaster's Bar and Grill

2400 ft

115 Cliff St

Pizza My Heart

2800 ft

1116 Pacific Ave Ste B

Loard's Ice Cream

2600 ft

307 Beach St

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RIVERSIDE INN & SUITES SANTA CRUZ, Santa Cruz

Hotel Details

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - A budget-friendly hotel with kitchenette suites near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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