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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker
Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

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

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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About this property

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Along with express check-out, this motel has a garden and free self-parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a vending machine.
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz's great location. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a vending machine
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the helpful staff
  • 7 minutes by foot from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and a 4-minute drive from Monterey Bay
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.

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 on-site parking (max 1 space 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

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 at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM.
Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 828 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 240 out of 828 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 828 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 828 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 45 out of 828 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For a cheap, quick stay, I really can't find much to complain about for the price. Staff was friendly and welcoming, check-in was quick, and you're within walking distance of a lot of what's worth seeing in Santa Cruz. Bed was clean and comfortable, got a good night's sleep. Not the fanciest, not the quietest, but if you're looking to save money you're probably not going to beat staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carissa

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple room walking distance to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Noah

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a convenient and fairly well-maintained hotel, wasn't a bad choice for a short trip. A few things could use some updating, but the wall-mounted dispensers for personal care products like soap & shampoo instead of small bottles was neat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Brandon

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable and nice. Manager was very nice and very welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

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

Satisfied guest

For an older hotel, the room was very clean and efficient. Very pleased with the two separate bedrooms. There were several types of pillow to choose from. Plenty of towels in the bathroom. Surprisingly quiet for bring right off a busy street. Great location for access to the beach and boardwalk. The front desk personnel was friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

raymond, Tempe

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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the boardwalk, you get what you pay for
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christy, West Jordan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruben

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable and convenient. Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hootsa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is perfect. The room is exactly like a pictures. The most important thing that I hope they improve it is cleaness. The floor is disgusting. Really need attention to cleanliness.Other things were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
it was very meh
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I usually take notes on hotels as part of a travel log, but forgot to do so in this case. All I remember is that the room was nice and clean and quiet. I enjoyed my one-night stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

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

Overall Amazing!

We absolutely adored the room! I was a bit leary as we have had not so great experiences in the area but this place was amazing! Everything was tidy and clean, no weird mold or mildew in the bathroom. Appliances were working, nothing broken. The pillows were super comfy and my teens had zero complaints! I was worried it would be noisy being so close to the street but we heard very little and we had zero loud neighbors! Everyone was super friendly and quiet. There were other families with kids as well and throughout the night we did not hear them running around. Everyone was super respectful. We were actually blown away by how great this place is, I definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Doreen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was comfortable Close to boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Clean, comfortable in a good loc6

Pleasantly surprised. Old motel but clean, comfortable and only 5mins from the Boardwalk.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

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

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

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

8/10 Good

Velma, Redding

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little on the noisy side, traffic and outside activity. They did provide earplugs in the room for the guests. A nice perk was the close proximity to the Boardwalk. A friendly staff member greeted me when I checked in. Room was very spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quiet. Room was clean. Nice staff. Perfect distance to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ten minute walk to the boardwalk. Front desk staff was kind and communicative. Rooms were clean and parking was easy. Allowed to check in early for a small fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verchelle

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Double rooms don’t have a tv in the second room . Other than that it was great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025