Rio Sands Motel is an easy 2 minute stroll to Rio Del Mar Beach where you can play on 20 miles of uninterrupted sandy beach, fish or wander onto the wharf leading to the Palo Alto - a cement ship with a fascinating past. We are situated in a nice quiet residential area that is away from the hustle and bustle of city life but just minutes away from all that Santa Cruz, Capitola and Monterey have to offer. We are only 8 miles from the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 35 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium. While at the Rio Sands start your day with our expanded Continental Breakfast. Play in the swimming pool, heated to 80 degrees all year or relax in the pool side Family Spa. Have a BBQ in our park like setting - perfect for a gathering of family and friends. Nearby you can go beach combing, fish, hike, bike, kayak, golf, shop, visit museums or wineries, just to name a few. Sorry, but pets are not allowed. Our 1300 square foot Banquet Room seats 80 for dining or 150 for assembly functions. Our banquet room is a great place to hold your wedding reception after getting married on the beach. Plan to host your next business meeting, reception, holiday or birthday party, wedding, luncheon, reunion or anniversary with us in our beautiful and relaxing facility. A beautiful area for wonderful memories.
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Hotel Amenities for Rio Sands Motel
- 24-hour front desk
- Adjoining rooms
- BBQ/Picnic area
- Ballroom
- Barbeque grills
- Bus parking
- Child programs
- Concierge desk
- Connecting rooms
- Continental breakfast
- Direct dial telephone
- Driving range
- Golf
- Heated guest rooms
- Heated pool
- High speed internet access
- Horseback riding
- Housekeeping - daily
- Ice machine
- Jacuzzi
- Live entertainment
- Nightclub
- Non-smoking rooms (generic)
- Outdoor parking
- Outdoor pool
- Photocopy center
- Pool
- Private bath or shower
- Racquetball
- Spa
- Tennis court
- Vending machines
- Wakeup service
- Water sports
- Whirlpool
Rio Sands Motel Room Information
Junior Suite - Sleeps 6
Alarm clock, Cable television, Ceiling fan, Coffee/Tea maker, Direct dial phone number, High speed internet connection, High speed wireless, Wireless internet connection, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smoke detectors, Sofa bed, Remote control television, Voice mail, Bathtub
Kitchen Suite-sleeps 3
Alarm clock, Balcony/Lanai/Terrace, Cable television, Coffee/Tea maker, Direct dial phone number, Plates and bowls, High speed internet connection, High speed wireless, Wireless internet connection, Kitchen, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smoke detectors, Remote control television, Voice mail, Air conditioning individually controlled in room, Bathtub
Standard King
Alarm clock, Cable television, Coffee/Tea maker, Direct dial phone number, High speed internet connection, High speed wireless, Wireless internet connection, Microwave, Refrigerator, Smoke detectors, Remote control television, Voice mail, Air conditioning individually controlled in room
Stove Suite - Sleeps 4
Alarm clock, Cable television, Coffee/Tea maker, Direct dial phone number, High speed internet connection, High speed wireless, Wireless internet connection, Kitchen, Microwave, Oven, Pots and pans, Refrigerator, Silverware/utensils, Smoke detectors, Sofa bed, Stove, Remote control television, Voice mail, Air conditioning individually controlled in room, Bathtub
Family Kitchen Suite - Sleeps 6
Private bathroom
Stove Suite - Sleeps 3
Private bathroom
Room Rate Disclaimer
For specific room rates, please check rates when making reservation.
Rio Sands Motel Guarantee
A valid Credit Card is required to confirm your reservation.
Cancellation Policy
Must cancel 48 hours prior to arrival to avoid one night room and tax. Full refund if reservation canceled 48 hours in advance. Cancellations after that time will be refunded only if the room is re-rented.
- Number of Floors: 2
- Number of Rooms: 50
- Prices are in American Dollars
- Check in time is 3:00 PM
- Check out time is 11:00 AM
- Time zone is in GMT
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Ano Nuevo State Reserve
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— Spreckles Ave. to Aptos Beach Dr.
Bargetto Winery
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Cabrillo Community Colleg
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Dominican Hospital Hospit
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Gilroy Gardens
— Botanical Amusement Park
Gilroy Premium Outlets
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Los Gatos
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
— Aquarium
Moss Landing
Moss Landing Harbor
— Kayaking and Wildlife
Moss Landing Power Plant
— Duke Energy
Mountain View
Mystery Spot
— Gravitational Anomaly
Nisene Marks Park
— Hiking Mounain Biking
Pacific Grove
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— Easy 2 minute stroll
Roaring Camp Railroad
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Santa Cruz Boat Harbor
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Santa Cruz Lighthouse
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UC Santa Cruz State Unive
UCSC Long Marine Lab
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USSC Arboretum
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