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Our top choices for Rio del Mar hotels

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"Great location. Helpful staff via phone."
United States
Calvin
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (877)
"Great front desk staff, nice view, super clean room"
United States
Caren
Seascape Beach Resort

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
20.1 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (552)
"One of my favorite getaways. "
United States
Anita
The price is AU$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
20.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (934)
"Great room. Wonderful staff. Terrific location. Amazing food nearby."
United States
William
Inn At Moss Landing Point

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains
2.5 star property
23.6 km from Rio del Mar
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (881)
"Room smelled of mold. We found hair that wasn’t ours on the bed. We had to wait to shower in the morning because there were workers fixing the pipes and the water was shut off. Environment was off, sketchy people around. Staff was friendly."
United States
Thelma
The price is AU$141
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2026
Quality Inn & Suites, Santa Cruz Mountains

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
3.1 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1019)
"We always enjoy staying here. Everything is great! Clean, pet friendly, close to everything and has a great restaurant!"
United States
Ariana
The price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
12 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"The room was very spacious and clean and the greeting staff was very friendly and helpful!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is AU$190
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort
3.0 star property
18.6 km from Rio del Mar
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (467)
"Great location"
United States
Echo
The price is AU$163
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fern River Resort

Budget Motel

Budget Motel
2.0 star property
28.2 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (70)
"This is a fantastic budget option with surprisingly pleasant rooms. The staff were helpful and kind."
United States
Cole
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Budget Motel

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
15.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Everyone and everything was great."
United States
Kathy
The price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

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, (597)
"Nice staff, clean room, was noisy in the morning with kids running up and down the hall, but that’s a hotel for you. Very nice hotel…nice breakfast. "
United States
Diana
The price is AU$216
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy
3.0 star property
29 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"Very nice facility and the staff was very helpful with getting us a room on the first floor and suggesting a dinner spot!"
United States
Amanda
The price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

King's Rest Motel

King's Rest Motel
2.0 star property
28.4 km from Rio del Mar
7.6 out of 10, Good, (245)
"The motel is very nice and clean, and the staff is very nice. The restaurant next door is a very convenient place to walk to. "
United States
Edwin
The price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
King's Rest Motel

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, (1001)
"The parking lot was limited, however the staff was very friendly and obliging. "
United States
Laura
The price is AU$263
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Quality Inn And Suites Gilroy

Quality Inn And Suites Gilroy
2.5 star property
28.9 km from Rio del Mar
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Staff was courteous and the room was quiet."
United States
Tim
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Quality Inn And Suites Gilroy

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
15.5 km from Rio del Mar
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1005)
"everything was great, can’t wait to comeback "
United States
Xochitl
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Gilroy Inn

Gilroy Inn
2.0 star property
29.3 km from Rio del Mar
7.2 out of 10, Good, (896)
"Shops nearby are great but the hotel needs to be deep cleaned "
United States
Nancy
Gilroy Inn

Comfort Inn Gilroy

Comfort Inn Gilroy
2.5 star property
29.2 km from Rio del Mar
6.8 out of 10, (1002)
"Clean room and friendly staff"
United States
Ana
The price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn Gilroy

Days Inn by Wyndham Gilroy

Days Inn by Wyndham Gilroy
2.0 star property
28.9 km from Rio del Mar
6.8 out of 10, (1002)
"perfect stay really clean and nice "
United States
Edith
The price is AU$149
includes taxes & fees
31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Gilroy

Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn

Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn
2.5 star property
28.7 km from Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1006)
"Clean room comfortable beds and very quiet. Staff was also very friendly "
United States
Arthur
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn
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Our guide on where to stay in Rio del Mar

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

Seacliff

If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Aptos Village

Aptos Village might not have many top sights, but Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Rio del Mar like?
Travellers are sure to enjoy a stay in Aptos's Rio del Mar neighbourhood. 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 neighbourhood.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Rio del Mar?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Seascape Beach Resort is the highest ranked property in Rio del Mar. This hotel offers 3 outdoor pools and a restaurant. Another favourite option in the neighbourhood is Rio Sands Vacation Rentals.
How many hotels should I expect 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 153 Rio del Mar hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Rio del Mar, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the top deals on offer in Rio del Mar.
What are the top things to see and do in Rio del Mar?
Rio Del Mar Beach, Seacliff State Beach and La Selva Beach are great spots if you want to spend some time by the water during your stay in Rio del Mar. You could also plan a visit to Monterey Bay or Seascape Golf Club while you're in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Rio del Mar include Beer Can Beach, Aptos History Museum and Manresa State Beach. While you're out sightseeing in Aptos, make sure that you visit other sights such as Potbelly Beach or New Brighton State Beach.