Rio del Mar, CA

Aptos

SS Palo Alto
Rio Del Mar Beach is dotted with driftwood after the storm. Beachgoers enjoy a sunny day under a clear blue sky. The wreck of SS Palo Alto cement ship in foreground.
The pavllion has habitate that attract Hummingbirds and Toucans.
Sunset at hidden beach  #santacruz #visitsantacruz
August 29, 2015

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Rio del Mar Hotel Deals

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free valet parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (928 reviews)
Fifth or sixth time we’ve stayed here over the years. The setting cannot be beat for the serenity and beauty. Much more relaxed than Santa Cruz and Capitola.. First time in the ocean view with the spa tub room. I think I would do that again largely because of the ocean view. That said if you stay ...

Reviewed on 2026/3/22

Seascape Beach Resort
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

2 out of 5
116 Aptos Beach Drive Aptos CA
Stay at this motel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The rooms are always very clean and staff is very helpful. It's just a short walk to the beach which is a big plus. We have stayed there for the past 3 years, and it's always been great.

Reviewed on 2026/3/24

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
The price is NT$1,767 per night from Apr 1 to Apr 2
NT$1,767
NT$2,072 total
Apr 1 - Apr 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,716 reviews)
The property was spartan but clean, the staff was very helpful. Recommended for a bargin in a very high end market.

Reviewed on 2026/3/25

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
The price is NT$7,964 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
NT$7,964
NT$9,068 total
Apr 21 - Apr 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Great location, cute beach themed rooms. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The walls are really thin though.

Reviewed on 2026/3/25

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

3.5 out of 5
7500 Old Dominion Court Aptos CA
The price is NT$3,818 per night from Apr 15 to Apr 16
NT$3,818
NT$4,416 total
Apr 15 - Apr 16
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Aptos. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,092 reviews)
Hot tub was out of order n I wish they had mentioned because it’s why I chose to stay here

Reviewed on 2026/3/24

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is NT$4,702 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
NT$4,702
NT$5,408 total
Apr 20 - Apr 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,228 reviews)
Pool was great and plenty of lounge chairs available.

Reviewed on 2026/3/23

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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Other neighborhoods around Rio del Mar

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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.

Aptos Village
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Seacliff

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

Seacliff


Rio del Mar, CA