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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Exterior
Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette
Exterior
Exterior
Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
12 Feb - 13 Feb

Explore the area

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505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Ocean Street
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | View from room

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking

Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking

Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About the area

Santa Cruz

At Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz you'll be 0.6 km (0.4 mi) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Monterey Bay. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and LED TVs. .This motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and express check-out. Added amenities include a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .In the area of this Westside Santa Cruz motel, you'll find Capitola Beach.
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What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Main Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Oyuki Sushi Peruvian & Japanese Fusion - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Sesame Korean Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Marea Sol - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
As a guest of Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, you'll find a vending machine, a garden, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Santa Cruz motel.

  • 1 floor
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 42-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 1 floor
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
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, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, cash, mobile payments, Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay. This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

As of 11 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz on 12 Feb 2026 start from NZ$106.33, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Yep, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Yep, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is a short 9-minute walk from Santa Cruz Main Beach.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

No, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 863 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 249 out of 863 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 138 out of 863 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 863 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 863 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Jose

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for short stay, stay with my wife and young daughter. Guests next door were speaking using profanity all night and we could hear everything. Also be aware that hotel requires 200$ deposit that gets returned after check out and room gets inspection. Location is good, close to everything. Kitchenette has no utensils, plates or pots. Beds a bit squishy, overall not horrible but not great either.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness
This was a great budget
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Linda

Travelled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
We stayed in the two-bedroom. The front bedroom did not have a television but the bathroom was there. The back bedroom had a television and kitchen, it also had a second door to go out but when I opened the door, at the bottom it was full of bugs and eggs, so I quickly closed it, and did not open it again. We did not drive there but the parking seemed to be accessible. Staff was friendly and accommodating. The kitchen and bathroom were unswept, and there was a large dead black bug by the refrigerator floor upon arrival. I asked the front desk to sweep the floors and they did. A strange lady knocked on the door late at night, and I was there with my daughter and I told her quietly to ignore it, although the woman knocked several times. We were able to walk back and forth to the boardwalk and a convenience store was two blocks away from the hotel, but I would not trust walking there at night. The Wi-Fi worked fine. The towels were clean, the bed was comfortable, and the shower head was nice, but the tub stopped up while showering. Although the location is convenient, I would not stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margalit

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate management friendliness and willingness to help. Rooms are clean and bedding is comfortable. The location is great it is in proximity of many sights and at the same time walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Monica

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent place but a little pricey these buget hotels need to be around 50 bucks total a night off peak to be at value the $20 fees on top ruins it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Jong Weon

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Always a great place to stay!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mercedes

Ok
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has become our go-to place for our visits to a relative living in Santa Cruz. Good value for the money, our room had a kitchenette, and we like to bring our breakfast and eat in the room. With the kitchenette table we didn't have to eat on the bed. Even though it was a weekend, it was quiet and we slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

radhika

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, easy parking, great location, quiet and safe. Recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Haibo

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here! Great staff, great prices, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean along with free parking for a very reasonable price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ĝodswill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place no complaints
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Tucson

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean comfortable convenient

Clean comfortable bed. Convenient location within walking distance of Santa Cruz boardwalk.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GREAT location to get anywhere in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025