Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Ocean Street
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪52 min drive‬

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Room options

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

  • 326 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

  • 330 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • 232 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

  • 347 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 288 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Located in Westside Santa Cruz within a short walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is within 2 miles (3 km) of other popular sights such as Monterey Bay. This 25-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and express check-out.

What's nearby

  • Ocean Street - 6 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 7 min walk
  • Pacific Avenue - 9 min walk
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 13 min walk
  • Cowell's Beach - 16 min walk

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 52 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

Motel with free parking, a short walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Guests staying at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz enjoy free WiFi in public areas, express check-out, and a vending machine. There's free parking if you drive. Staff members can help with accommodation requests, and provide front-desk service during limited hours. This motel also has a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LED TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Coffee makers, free local calls, and ironing boards are other standard amenities.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator
  • 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 available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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

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-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking out is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and a government-issued photo ID may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments, and cash.
  • Mobile payment options include: Google Pay, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

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

As of Jan 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz on Feb 5, 2025 start from $59.0, excluding 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.

What's there to do around Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

This motel is situated in Westside Santa Cruz within a 10-minute walk of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Ocean Street, and Main Beach. You'll also find Pacific Avenue and Seabright Beach less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz feature a casino on the premises?

No, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz good for couples?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a garden plus some guestrooms include kitchenettes and courtyard views.

Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz though service animals are welcome.

Does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

The closest major airport to Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is 16.6 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is around 27.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz.

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 253 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 191 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 119 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 654 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 44 out of 654 reviews" "

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Exceeding expectation
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mathieu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mathieu

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Awesone
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was much nicer than expected. Staff was very helpful in recommending where to eat and how to get there. Parking was always available. They even provided ear plugs for street noise but we didn't need them and slept peacefully.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the Boardwalk and Wharf, also to the event we attended. The room had a musty small.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, friendly staff nice room!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice room
Nice room for a basic overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kalli

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy to stay at when you've been on the road traveling for too long.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jeanette

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean , room clean , cheap on the coffee , 1 coffee pod ,the owner or the manager said to me when arrived early that I could park on property until room is ready . Which was great . The board walk is a 5 min walk away . I went back to see if the room was ready as the owner ,manager stated he would let me in the room early as soon as it was ready . So I went back 2 hrs before check in , room was ready although the manager , owner wanted 30.00 for early arrival . He never told me that or I would not have wasted time . I understand though. It’s all about money . What he doesn’t realize it’s about repeat business. Also a huge homeless encampment in front of the motel . The price is right , decent stay . Clean inside the room . Location is good . Stay there again unless he reads my honest review and doesn’t let me stay there lol
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very walkable to the boardwalk. The price was right and the room is adequate.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

gerson

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a noisy area because is located around the streets. All the cars are making noise all the time
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel has the best parking space per car in a town where people drive cars the size of golf carts.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is walkable to beach. Homeless encampment nearby. Tiny bathroom, small room. Noisy area with traffic, they supply ear plugs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Lakeytra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The bed was extremely uncomfortable. My husband and I tossed and turned all night. Also the room walls are so thin, you can hear your neighbors t.v. That was very annoying!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are on ground floor , no stairs to walk up and down. Very convenient. Just the room is small.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

tricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Lori

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was not a good stay and I have stayed at this property before. The parking was directly across from an encampment and a very busy street and not directly in front of the street side room. Aside from the noise, we were moving our daughter into school and had to unload the entire carload for safety. The management would not allow us to park on inner lot and refused to help us in any way. Initially booked for two nights, we stayed the one night and checked out. I will not stay here again. The management was rude and unhelpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

hua

Traveled with family
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024