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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel convenient to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Coffee/tea maker
Garden
Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers a tranquil retreat. Unwind in the garden or stay connected with in-room WiFi and enjoy free self parking, express check-out, and vending machine perks. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff and prime location.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
The current price is $79
includes taxes & fees
$68 per night
Apr 29 - Apr 30

Room options

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Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 326 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 232 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 347 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Main Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Pacific Avenue - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Cowell's Beach - 16 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 43 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 46 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Fosters Freeze - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blue Lagoon Cocktail Lounge - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz puts you just a 5-minute drive from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails. Also, University of California, Santa Cruz and Mystery Spot are within a short drive. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 25 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Accessibility

  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LED TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay and Samsung Pay.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk
Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk Motel
Americas Best Value Inn Boardwalk Motel Santa Cruz
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Americas Best Value Inn & Suites-Boardwalk Hotel Santa Cruz
Americas Best Value Inn And Suites-Boardwalk
Americas Best Value Boardwalk Santa Cruz
Americas Best Value Boardwalk
Americas Best Value Inn Suites Boardwalk
Riverside Inn Santa Cruz
Riverside Santa Cruz
Riverside & Suites Santa Cruz
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Motel
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Santa Cruz
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Motel Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-out are available.

What is there to do at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and hiking. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz also has a garden.

What's the area around Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz like?

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is a short 7-minute walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 6 minutes' walk from Ocean Street. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Service staff
Boardwalks
Location
Parking
Bathroom
Shower
Car
Downtown

What guests liked

  • The property's location is perfect for walking to the beach and nearby attractions. (9 reviews)
  • Parking was convenient, well-lit, and easily accessible with many options available. (9 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked great, providing a comfortable and quiet environment. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Clean spacious and quiet, great pace at a reasonable price. I’ll definitely be back.
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very nice and made check in easy
Brady, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Right down from the boardwalk and beach
Kalli, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff nice room!
Michael, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect for out of town work stay
Tyler, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Cute room, large bathroom and shower, friendly, helpful staff.
Stacy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at this place! Location is super convenient and just few minutes of walk to the beach and all the attractions. We had a quiet and restful sleep, property also has a convenient free parking. The staff is amazing, super kind and helpful people. We’ll be back for sure!
Margarita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Close to Boardwalk, great staff & very clean!
Noah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love staying.
Tracy, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Ok for a quick overnight

One night with friends. Walkable To the boardwalk. One parking spot per reservation although there was room for second car it was not allowed. Run down. Tears in dust ruffle on mattress. Old paintings. Carpet seemed unclean. Gap under door to outside. Needs weather stripping. Overall we were in the room very briefly. Just to change and sleep a little after a concert. It was quiet and we slept well and felt safe. It was nice to have a mini fridge. We didn’t take advantage of the kitchen. We didn’t shower there. Chose to wait until our next destination.
Sara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was great, no complaints.
Percival, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Customer service was great and the room was the cheapest and cleanest we stayed at on our trip
Cienna, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Exceeding expectation
Hector, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice place
William, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good basic accommodations. Only two quibbles: overhead light was buzzing so I only used the lights next to the bed, and heater/AC was a bit on the noisy side, but not enough to interfere with sleep. But for the price, it was a good value. Recommended.
Edward, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfy to stay at when you've been on the road traveling for too long.
Kalli, 4-night trip

6/10 Good

Good place to stay, close to everything
Apollo, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

I enjoyed my stay
Trice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Birthday Trip Success

Came down for birthday group trip, loved this place! Great location, easy parking and check-in.
Rysa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Over all the room was very nice but small and noisy they charge a $200 dollar deposit which is very high for this property stay at surf city next door much better
Jeremey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This property is very walkable to the boardwalk. The price was right and the room is adequate.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice room

Nice room for a basic overnight stay.
Douglas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean, convenient, very close to the beach
jose g, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice place for the price.
IGNACIO, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very acceptable place to stay and very great close walking distance to beach.
Raymond, 1-night trip