Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
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About this property
Located off Highway 1, this Aptos hotel offers an outdoor pool and hot tub, serves an expanded daily continental breakfast and has spacious rooms and suites with free Wi-Fi. The Santa Cruz Boardwalk is 10 miles away. A flat-screen cable TV, a microwave and a fridge are included all of the comfortably furnished wood accented rooms and suites at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals. Select suites include kitchens complete with an oven, stove and a dining area. 24-hour reception is offered at Hotel Rio Sands. Guests can enjoy the picnic patio area with BBQ facilities. Vending machines featuring snacks and drinks are located on site. Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar State Beach are within 5 minutes’ walk away from this hotel. The University of California Santa Cruz is 12 miles away.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Outdoor swimming pool
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Family rooms
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Availability
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Room Type | Number of guests | |
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1 king bed | ||
1 sofa bed and 2 queen beds | ||
Bedroom 2 twin beds and 1 sofa bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
1 king bed and 1 futon bed | ||
1 queen bed | ||
2 queen beds | ||
Bedroom 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 king bed and 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 king bed and 1 queen bed Living room 1 sofa bed | ||
Bedroom 1 queen bed Living room 2 sofa beds | ||
Queen Room - Disability Access 1 queen bed | ||
Quadruple Room - Disability Access 1 sofa bed and 2 queen beds |
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Deborah
United States
“The location is ideal. Inly a short walk from the beach!!” - Rovetti
United States
“Staff nice wish your breakfast had protein and fruit instead of just carbs the bunk was uncomfortable” - Brenda
United States
“The convenience of being close to the beach and family.” - Alex
United States
“Nice Hot tub was working this time but closes at 9:00 p.m. too bad. Room was nice 2nd floor but had balcony. Breakfast is all carbs And only open 7:30 to 9:30, but ok & has u do waffles.” - Hindman
United States
“We enjoyed the hot tub and the little outdoor seating area with the jar fountain.” - Ronda
United States
“It’s close to the beach, the grounds are nice and love the pool and hot tub” - Jane
Romania
“I’ve been here several times. Everything you need, friendly and helpful staff, clean bathrooms, bedrooms, etc. I feel comfortable here every time!” - Silveira
United States
“Location .nice pool great view from my room 149 really comfy bed 😃” - Francis
United States
“Location location , remodeled rooms ,pool breakfest , Beach Close by.. all in one place” - Wind
United States
“Location right by the beach. Lovely pool area and the grounds are pleasant”
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Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
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Crib and extra bed policies
The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cribs are subject to availability.




The fine print
Please note: For a USD 50.00 charge, the hotel will stock kitchenettes with dishware, utensils, pots and pans. Please request a dish kit when reserving your room.
Please note that due to remodeling the lobby and check-in desk will be closed from 10/24/2022-12/8/2022.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.