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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel convenient to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Enjoy the serene garden and porch area of this charming home.
Guests can enjoy a charming outdoor space with a porch and bench.
Cozy retreat with a neatly made bed, bedside table, and window with a patterned curtain.
Compact kitchen with gas stove, sink, microwave, and refrigerator, perfect for small living spaces.
Stroll through the charming garden, leading to a cozy home with a welcoming entrance.
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.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

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)

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
$78 nightly
The total price is $91
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total includes taxes and fees

Room options

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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
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
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 | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(25 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
  • 232 sq ft
  • 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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

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

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

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 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

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

  • ‪Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Los Viejones - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Marini's at the Beach - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Hodgie's of the Boardwalk - ‬8 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

  • 2 bedrooms
  • 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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Riverside Inn Santa Cruz
Riverside Santa Cruz
Riverside & Suites Santa Cruz
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Motel
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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

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Bed
Service staff
Boardwalks
Location
Parking
Bathroom
Shower
Car
Children

What guests liked

  • Parking was easy, convenient, and well-lit, with many guests appreciating the free or easily accessible parking options. (12 reviews)
  • The property's location is perfect for walking to the beach and nearby attractions. (10 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked great and was effective in blocking out noise. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great rates, clean room, quiet.
Juan, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect rate and location
Stanley, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable and convenient. Close to everything
Ruben, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean, comfortable in a good loc6

Pleasantly surprised. Old motel but clean, comfortable and only 5mins from the Boardwalk.
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Leslie, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great value hotel clean and great service

Honestly this day was great room was nice and clean front desk clerk was very nice I forgot my ID and they held onto it for 2 days cuz I had business in the area and couldn't get back before the office closed very close to the Santa Cruz boardwalk or wharf It was great honestly we will be staying here again
Garrett, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, clean room, pleasant and polite staff.
Liam, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Long in short, I can stay there again

I stayed there for a couple of nights. It is very close to the beach and personnel were friendly. I may stay there, if I want to spend few days in Santa Cruz.
Muhammed, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I stay here a lot and love coming back every time. Great staff and easy accommodations!
Tracy, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location easy to walk to Santa Cruz Boardwalk about 3 blocks. Nice neighborhood, parking is great. Staff is pleasant and friendly.
Patrick, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a wonderful place to stay, it is well managed and clean, and the manager is very kind.
Elise Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Our suite has a stove, full refrigerator, microwave, two rooms with comfortable beds and a nice little patio. The staff helped us make a copy of a parking permit for the ucsc graduation ceremony. We stayed two nights.
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I always love staying at Riverside Inn. The staff is friendly always helpful. Great place to stay.
Tracy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff and within walking distance to the boardwalk.
Juventino, 1-night trip

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

Great place and the staff are amazing!
Tracy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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!
Bianca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was quite nice, and I felt it was a great deal for the price!
Mae, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved not only the room but the convenience of everything being walking distance especially the Boardwalk and beach!
Cristopher, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful little oasis
Donald, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and quiet!
Daniel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly host. Great price. Quaint little beach bungalow.

10/10 Exceptional

Easy, walkable, clean. Will stay again.
Tristan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

The only shortcoming of this place was the homeless guy loudly hallucinating under our window every night. Otherwise worth the visit and the payment - close to the beach & downtown, 5-10 minutes each. Plenty of eateries and stores around. Staff were kind and friendly, room service was on point. Recommended!
Bagrat, 7-night trip