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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

1. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is P11,630
P18,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seascape Beach Resort
A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

2. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is P7,265
P8,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

4. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
10.4 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was super nice , everything very clean, really good breakfast, pool was nice , convenient and close by to shopping and dining. Easy parking."
United States
Julie
The price is P7,266
P8,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

5. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
3.2 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,198 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is P6,481
P7,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is P6,742
P7,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
Lobby

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
6.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is P5,730
P6,627 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
3.0 star property
29.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,448 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Usman
The price is P7,974
P8,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South
A modern dining area with a large table, green upholstered chairs, and a unique chandelier.

9. Hampton Inn Morgan Hill

Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Super nice stay and very clean and comfy environment"
United States
arielle
The price is P7,139
P8,045 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Morgan Hill
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.

10. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
3.0 star property
29.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,006 reviews)
"Lobby was really nice. Some of the hotel is a little dated but overall a nice stay."
United States
Ariana
The price is P6,220
P6,904 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

11. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
12.5 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is P13,710
P15,650 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

12. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Cute place with everything we needed!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is P6,434
P7,781 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Inn At Moss Landing Point
A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

13. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
2.5 star property
29.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (784 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay! The room was nice and clean with all the useful amenities. Breakfast was great as well! We would definitely stay again!"
United States
Rosio
The price is P6,167
P6,846 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy
A modern cafe with a long counter, red chairs, and a large window.

14. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG
2.5 star property
30.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great rooms nice location"
United States
Ethan
The price is P7,394
P8,537 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Marina - Monterey Bay Area by IHG
A modern reception area with a wooden panel wall, a reception desk, and a large window providing natural light.

15. Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay

Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay
2.5 star property
30.5 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Clean and convenient"
Australia
Lisa
The price is P7,856
P9,096 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay
A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

16. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
6.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (569 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Right next to the beach. Staff was great and room was great."
United States
Jeff
The price is P14,278
P16,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Capitola Hotel
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

17. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
6.3 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (904 reviews)
"The location is impressive and so convenient to the wharf/ shops. I will be back."
United States
Tina
The price is P9,293
P10,694 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is P6,989
P8,095 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.

19. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
9.8 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"It was very good. Would recommend staying here."
United States
SERGIO
The price is P10,147
P14,552 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Chaminade Resort & Spa
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
11.9 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,181 reviews)
"Perfect location"
United States
Ruth
The price is P7,802
P9,021 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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Compare top hotels in Rio del Mar

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

Seascape Beach Resort

4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
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A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

2.5 star property
11.8 km from Rio del Mar
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A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
10.4 km from Rio del Mar
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A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 star property
3.2 km from Rio del Mar
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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

2.5 star property
7.3 km from Rio del Mar
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9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,001 reviews
8.6
Excellent
1,198 reviews
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
The price is P11,630
P18,143 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
The price is P7,265
P8,419 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
The price is P7,266
P8,420 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
The price is P6,481
P7,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The price is P6,742
P7,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
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  • No Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
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  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • No WiFi included
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  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
  • Yes, Breakfast included
  • Yes, Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet-friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking

Where to stay in Rio del Mar

Find the best Rio del Mar areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the ocean with waves crashing against it during sunset.

Seacliff

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

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.

Top Rio del Mar Hotel Reviews

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

10/10 Excellent
"Clean rooms. A bit out of the way. No coffee shops near by."
Michele 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Frequently asked questions

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 167 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.
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.