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Rio Sands Hotel

2.0 star property
Escape to this seaside retreat where you can unwind by the pool or explore nearby attractions.

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Vibrant garden setting with a rustic, weathered urn as the centerpiece, surrounded by a white picket fence and lush greenery. | Rio Sands Hotel
Sunlit living space with blue sofa, wooden side table, and a view of the outdoor patio. | Rio Sands Hotel
Cozy seating area with a rustic charm, perfect for relaxation. Features a fireplace, wicker furniture, and a serene painting. | Rio Sands Hotel
Modern kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and wooden cabinets. | Rio Sands Hotel
Dual beds with blue and white bedding, a wooden headboard, and a ceiling fan. A television and a chair are visible in the room. | Rio Sands Hotel
Tucked away by the ocean, Rio Sands Hotel offers a refreshing stay with an outdoor pool and sun loungers. Explore the garden, enjoy in-room WiFi, and take advantage of barbecue grills for a home-cooked meal. Previous guests rave about the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • 24-hour business center
  • Garden
  • Computer station
  • Vending machine
  • Meeting room
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
Feel at home
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $116
includes taxes & fees
$100 per night
Feb 12 - Feb 13

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - king
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Tempur-Pedic bed
Hair dryer
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed, Kitchen

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed - double
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 108 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Junior Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed

Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed

kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk
  • Seacliff State Beach - 3 min walk
  • Cabrillo College - 3 min drive
  • Seascape Golf Club - 4 min drive
  • Capitola Beach - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 14 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 42 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 49 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 51 min drive
  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Morgan Hill Station - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Hideout - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Peet's Coffee and Tea - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Erik's DeliCafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Rio Sands Hotel

At Rio Sands Hotel, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet are added perks. Also, this motel is within a short drive of Mystery Spot. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 50 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
DONE

Other information

    • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • Meeting room
  • Computer station

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 33.66 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 32 (subject to availability)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette use is available for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Policies

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests should contact this hotel in advance to request a dishware/utensils kit (surcharge applies).

Also known as

Rio Sands
Rio Sands Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel
Rio Sands Hotel Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel Motel
Rio Sands Hotel Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel Motel Aptos

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Sands Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rio Sands Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Rio Sands Hotel?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Rio Sands Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rio Sands Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rio Sands Hotel?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 33.66 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 32 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Rio Sands Hotel and nearby?

Rio Sands Hotel has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Rio Sands Hotel like?

Rio Sands Hotel is a short 2-minute walk from Rio Del Mar Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Seacliff State Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay.
Wonderful place to stay! The room was clean, cozy, and smelled good. The pool and hot tub area was well maintained and welcoming. The front desk staff at check in and check out were friendly and efficient. They offer complimentary breakfast which was in a nice room that was also very clean and inviting. We will be back!
Tabitha, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Joseph, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kalani, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Good stay
We had a very good stay at this hotel. The town was quiet and charming, making for a peaceful and relaxing visit. The hotel itself was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, with everything we needed for a pleasant night’s rest. However, one major disappointment was that the front office wasn’t open early, which was inconvenient for travelers like us who needed to check out or get assistance in the morning. Even more frustrating, breakfast wasn’t served until 7:30 AM, but we had to leave by 7:00 AM. Most hotels serve breakfast around 6:00 AM, so this was a real downside for early risers or those on a schedule. Despite that, everything else about the stay was great—friendly staff, comfortable rooms, and a nice atmosphere. If you’re not in a hurry in the morning, this hotel is a solid choice. Otherwise, plan ahead for breakfast elsewhere.
Sandra, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Amanda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

By the seashore
Jennifer, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

Nice location, lacking in a few things
The staff were helpful and the breakfast decent, but our room had a funky smell and wasn’t very clean. The bathroom had dirt and hair on the floor. I don’t think we’d stay there again.
Rachel, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent! Love this place!
Patricia L, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Cozy and clean, as usual!
Patricia L, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and cozy rooms!
Patricia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Patricia, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

LORRYNN, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Chrissy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Erika, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Jeff, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Emily R, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Kevin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Love our beach hotel!
Gina, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

We love Rio Del Mar for its quietness, even though it’s walking distance to beautiful big beaches & the cement ship.
Jyl, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

2/10 Poor

1) I had to wait 15 minutes in the lobby to check in. No one was on property. 2) I had to leave a $100 credit card for "incidentals" when there was nothing in the room or the property to be consumed
Stephen, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

James, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

We love the location. We miss the breakfast options. It seems a lot smaller
Andrea, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

jennifer, 1-night trip
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