What is Rio del Mar like?

Travelers are sure to enjoy a stay in Aptos's Rio del Mar neighborhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Rio del Mar? Consider a visit to Monterey Bay while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite hotel to stay in Rio del Mar?

Based on our traveler data, Seascape Beach Resort is one of the top choices for your stay in Rio del Mar. This hotel is a short 6-minute walk from Monterey Bay, and it offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant.

How many hotels will I be able to find in the Rio del Mar area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Aptos, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 168 Rio del Mar hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio del Mar, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals in Rio del Mar.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Rio del Mar?

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What are the top things to see and do in Rio del Mar?

Dip your toes in the water at Rio Del Mar Beach or Seacliff State Beach while you're in Rio del Mar. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Seascape Golf Club while you're in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Rio del Mar include Beer Can Beach, Aptos History Museum, and La Selva Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, be sure to visit other sights like Manresa State Beach or Potbelly Beach.

Top Rio del Mar Hotels

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1. Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

Haleh

₩516,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio del Mar

Rich

₩184,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.2 km from Rio del Mar

Michael

₩255,205 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

4. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

7.3 km from Rio del Mar

Nathan

₩213,424 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

29.6 km from Rio del Mar

Julie

₩197,223 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

6.7 km from Rio del Mar

Nhu

₩156,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7.3 km from Rio del Mar

Anna Christine

₩216,068 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

29.3 km from Rio del Mar

Timothy

₩175,721 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

9. Hampton Inn Morgan Hill

29.3 km from Rio del Mar

Janelle

₩177,121 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

12.1 km from Rio del Mar

Grester

₩216,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

11. Monarch Cove Inn

5.6 km from Rio del Mar

Deborah

₩301,558 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs (free), rollaway beds (surcharge)

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

12.6 km from Rio del Mar

Bertha

₩149,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose South/Morgan Hill

29.5 km from Rio del Mar

Denzil

₩195,809 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Double Room, Balcony, Park View | View from room

14. Carousel Beach Inn

11.8 km from Rio del Mar

Carmen

₩135,781 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

12.4 km from Rio del Mar

Jill Susanne

₩229,678 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

16. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

29 km from Rio del Mar

Alondra

₩163,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

17. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

10 km from Rio del Mar

Amra

₩129,082 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

11.8 km from Rio del Mar

Jose

₩202,612 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

19. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

15 km from Rio del Mar

Christopher

₩199,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12.6 km from Rio del Mar

Anthony

₩146,234 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Find the best Rio del Mar areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

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Seacliff

While visiting Seacliff, you might make a stop by sights like Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach.

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Aptos Village

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Aptos Village and surrounding area, you can visit Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach.

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Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful property, awesome pool and hot tub, perfect location"

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"We stayed in the room with a full ocean view, private balcony. While the view is lovely, the street noise is a bother. Parking is available on site for $25 a day. The parking lot is SUPER funky. Only 1 way in and the same way out. The location was perfect for the beach or the Boardwalk or the pier. Beds were comfortable and the bathroom was well appointed."

Ocean Pacific Lodge

10/10 Excellent

"Conveniently located near the boardwalk, West Cliff walk and downtown restaurants and entertainment. Parking is tight, but we always got a space. The name is deceptive; it’s not a lodge, it’s a three story exterior corridor motel. It’s a bit pricey for what it is, but the location is very good."

Chaminade Resort & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"I came here with my girlfriend because went to go see the growlers. Definitely hands-down one of the best resorts I’ve ever been to. Everything was really easy to get around. The pool is definitely warm for the cold nights. Aired in the room was exactly how I expected. I love the theme. Thankfully, they do have Wi-Fi because we are up in the mountain. Everything else around it beautiful."

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent

"I initially wasn’t happy with having no one to check us in when we are first arrived however, once that situation was fixed were more than pleased with our room and we also had a great view of the beach from our balcony. Very big room only problem is they have no carpet on the floor it’s the fake plastic floor, which is noisy when you walk on it at night overall very good experience and will go back there again."

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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

1. Seascape Beach Resort

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

3. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

5. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

7. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

9. Hampton Inn Morgan Hill

10. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11. Monarch Cove Inn

12. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

13. Courtyard by Marriott San Jose South/Morgan Hill

14. Carousel Beach Inn

15. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

16. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

17. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

19. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Seacliff

Aptos Village

Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

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