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Rio Vista Suites

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel in Santa Cruz

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed
Staircase
Reception
Front of property
Breakfast area

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
611 Third Street, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 25 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Single Room

Economy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 15 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 14: Deluxe Queen Room - Located in House Next to Mansion

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 26 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 16: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Basic Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Basic Suite, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 15: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Single Room, Jetted Tub

Deluxe Single Room, Jetted Tub

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace, Lake View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
  • 27 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Economy Suite, 1 Queen Bed

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

Room 17: Standard Queen - Located in House Next to Mansion

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Rio Vista Suites you'll be 0.4 km (0.3 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include in-room LED TVs. .This hotel offers free wired Internet in public areas and a garden. Added amenities include coffee/tea in a common area. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 3-property class Westside Santa Cruz hotel include University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot.

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ocean Street - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ideal Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Rio Vista Suites

Victorian hotel in Santa Cruz
As a guest of Rio Vista Suites, you'll find a garden and coffee/tea in common area. Wired Internet is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Santa Cruz hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1890
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Rio Vista Suites offers 12 accommodations with iPod docking stations and complimentary bottles of water. Fridges and microwaves are provided.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. LED televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1890
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • IPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Rio Vista Suites Hotel Santa Cruz
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Rio Vista Suites Hotel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Rio Vista Suites?

Rio Vista Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Rio Vista Suites?

Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Rio Vista Suites?

Yep, Rio Vista Suites is a short 6-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Fun beach activities include windsurfing and fishing.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Rio Vista Suites?

No, Rio Vista Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Rio Vista Suites?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Rio Vista Suites?

No, pets are not allowed.

Rio Vista Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 562 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 117 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Heater did not work properly. Sink was decorative but provided no counter space AT ALL. On initial and on subsequent entries into the room there was a strong overly sweet fragrance (odor) in the room that required opening the windows to air out the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Isaac

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lilly was lovely and gave us an upgrade so we didn't have to pull our heavy suitcases up lots of stairs. Great location for downtown and the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Howard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quaint Victorian house very proximal to the Boardwalk, easy check in and check out. Would stay again if in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a place with real “character” – an old Victorian that retains much of its original grandeur but updated with good lighting, digital locks, modern bathroom fixtures, wi-fi, and other conveniences. The bed was comfortable, and the room was very quiet. Special thanks to the proprieter who made a heroic effort to track us down after we had checked out to tell us we had accidentally dropped an object of value in the parking lot as we were packing up the car. We had only driven as far as Davenport (10 miles) for breakfast, so we were lucky to get the call when it was easy to return back to the inn.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ignacio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The area is perfect for walking to the main boardwalk. You can also walk to the main downtown strip from here. Overall enjoyed the room and area would recomend staying here to others.

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I booked the Rio Vista Suites for a last minute trip in the area and very glad it was available. Lily is an incredible host and makes sure you’re set perfectly for your stay. I loved the attic room - it was the perfect size for 1-2 people, very comfortable and had lovely views. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michaela

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wasn’t able to get a refund on my booking when a family emergency came up. They were not flexible at all. Shame on them.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

love this place

my girlfriend chose it for us and ever since we have loved to stay here any time we are here for Santa Cruz the owner is really nice and the rooms are just one of a kind!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a beautiful renovated Victorian house. Just lovely!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

A+cleanliness, location, great staff

Very clean, great staff. Nice coffee/tea/water/soda bar. Could use softer towels and warmer bedding, we couldn’t figure out how to turn on the wall fireplace/heater. Great location, we enjoyed reading the history of the property and the parts of the original home that was preserved in the renovation.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sergio

Disliked: Room comfort
The mattress was uncomfortable- hard. Heater/A/C noisy. You can hear the people in the next room. You can hear the next room over heater/AC if on. Only had decaf coffee pods. Location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alanna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms and renovations. portable AC and gas fireplace for comfort. No closet to hang items wasn't missed too much, but might be for a longer stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

In town for a conference

A perfect room for 1 person attending a conference in the area. Walkable distence to everywhere i needed to go. The room was small, but incredibly comfortable. Loved the view from my deck.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Talia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This was a very attractive guest house. However, it was freezing inside . There was a heater to heat up the bathroom, but I could never get the bathroom warm enough to take a shower. It took me a while to realize that the gas fireplace in the bedroom, would heat that room. But I spent a lot of my stay shivering.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025