Rio del Mar Travel Guide

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 SS Palo Alto bathed in the warm, golden glow of the sunset at Seacliff State Park Beach.
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Rio Del Mar Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Aptos? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.

Rio Del Mar Beach
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Seascape Golf Club

Play a round of golf in Aptos at Seascape Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

Seascape Golf Club
Seacliff State Beach in California. Summer 2009. , Shutterstock ID 1014567673, Purchase Order: SP-1891 Wave 0, Client/Licensee: Hotels.com

Seacliff State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.

Seacliff State Beach
New Brighton State Beach

New Brighton State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

New Brighton State Beach
Beautiful pregnant couple walking along the coastal beach shore

Potbelly Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

Potbelly Beach

Cabrillo College

Explore the campus of Cabrillo College during your stay in Aptos. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

Cabrillo College

Top hotels in Rio del Mar

Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort

4 out of 5
One Seascape Resort Drive Aptos CA
The price is ₹30,452 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹30,452
₹40,659 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (967 reviews)
Room was very clean and well kept. The staff was very friendly and professional. Park was very accessible easy access. My only critic was the restaurant food… it was not the best quality.

Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Seascape Beach Resort
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

2 out of 5
100 Reservation Rd Marina CA
The price is ₹5,513 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹5,513
₹6,455 total
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Marina. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,869 reviews)
Room & floor clean, staff very nice & polite also accommedating

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 out of 5
175 W Cliff Dr Santa Cruz CA
Fully refundable
The price is ₹19,259 per night from 13 May to 14 May
₹19,259
₹21,999 total
13 May - 14 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a beach locale. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,021 reviews)
The staff were so accommodating! Special hour out to Ashton the valet and waitress Sophie!

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

3 out of 5
550 2nd St Santa Cruz CA
The price is ₹16,305 per night from 11 May to 12 May
₹16,305
₹18,685 total
11 May - 12 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,287 reviews)
5 stars

Reviewed on 6 May 2026

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

4 out of 5
611 Ocean St Santa Cruz CA
The price is ₹14,986 per night from 10 May to 11 May
₹14,986
₹17,204 total
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,248 reviews)
Bartenders, front desk, waitstaff are awesome. Rooms are great, pool awesome!

Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1 Chaminade Ln Santa Cruz CA
The price is ₹11,150 per night from 12 May to 13 May
₹11,150
₹16,743 total
12 May - 13 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Santa Cruz. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
Chaminade Resort & Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Rio del Mar

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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.

Aptos Village
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Seacliff

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

Seacliff

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