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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Escape to a peaceful haven just steps from the beach boardwalk action. Relax in style with modern amenities.

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Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Private kitchenette | Microwave, coffee/tea maker - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz (Santa Cruz)
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

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 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
(36 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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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

  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 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 | Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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

About the neighborhood

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, a neighborhood in Santa Cruz, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is near theme parks and near the beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Boardwalk Bowl and Sky Glider are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails and other activities like whale-watching. Visit our Santa Cruz travel guide
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505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • EN5XP1 Street scene in autumn with shops art galleries on Ocean Avenue Carmel Monterey County California
    Ocean Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • CWFJJA USA California CA Santa Cruz clock tower and trolley on Pacific Avenue
    Pacific Avenue
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pier at Santa Cruz, California
    Santa Cruz Wharf
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    55 min drive

Restaurants

  • Boardwalk Bowl
    10 min walk
  • Oyuki Sushi Peruvian & Japanese Fusion
    11 min walk
  • 四姐 Special Noodle
    8 min walk
  • Los Primos Taqueria
    5 min walk
  • Little Caesars Pizza
    5 min walk

About this property

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Motel near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz have comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hair dryers
  • 42-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, LED light bulbs, and microwaves

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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 self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

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
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

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
Minimum check-in age: 18

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

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 200 per accommodation, per stay
  • A damage deposit of USD 200.00 will be collected before check-in.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Mimi De Marta Dog Park and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 941 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 269 out of 941 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 139 out of 941 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 56 out of 941 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 48 out of 941 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Katarina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for reasonably priced hotel. Clean room and nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable easy parking great location for walking to the beach or downtown
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Parking was convenient and close to front entrance Very clean building and rooms Room temperatures were pleasant
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The deluxe suite with two queens was amazing, two separate rooms with one bed in each room. Everything was great, we were so happy to find this place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Clean room. Free parking. We were able to walk to the boardwalk. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable bed. Very quiet at night. Walking distance to downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Laury

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the family suite, which had three beds, a kitchen, and a nice bathroom. We had 4 pillows on each bed and plenty of towels for our 3-night stay. The staff were friendly and accommodating. The location of this property cannot be beat! We were 4 minutes away from everything. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Latrice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My favorite place to stay when I'm in town. Close to everything buttttt management so nice. Its not a 5 star but its comfortable and quiet ,like one.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Zhijing

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
clean room. friendly staff. would highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and with the basic amenities. Staff was friendly. Parking was easy and safe. Air conditioning worked well in the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Samik

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staffs, good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice staff and clean room. Convenient to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Good value for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very fair priced, neat location. Minutes away from the boardwalk. Location was nice enough to let me park my vehicle early so no need for a parking pass when you can move along down to the boardwalk. WILL DEFINITELY BE RETURNING:)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, easy parking, and nice staff.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great room, could use a deep clean of chairs and bed skirts. Definitely don't take a black light
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice, cheap
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Irene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was not expexting 2 rooms each with a bed. Location was perfect. Price was exceptional for what was received
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seemed to have plenty of parking, not too far a walk from things. Lady at the desk upgraded my room for me which was a pleasant surprise. Nothing to complain about. Two small notes, only place I’ve seen that has ever charged for ice, but I think it was like $0.25 or something. Also I didn’t notice any noise at all but the hotel room came with ear plugs, last time I saw that was Boston lol
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here! Great staff, great prices, and great location!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, easy parking, clean, AC and heat. Our room was for 3 people and was a kitchenette suite. Easy walk to downtown. Keurig type coffee maker with pods in the room. Multiple pairs of ear plugs included in the room? Who does this ? Super thoughtful of management. No traffic noise or neighbor noise. Early morning dumpster pick up was the only noise but they have to be picked up sometime. No fault of the motel. We really enjoyed our stay and they earned their high rating. We will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
GREAT location to get anywhere in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean great comfort helping loving staff and price is a little high could be lowered for weekdays and weekend stays but overall satisfying
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Frenneci

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet, comfy beds, fluffy clean towels, friendly check-in. Excellent location. Very close to the Boardwalk. It was great to have 2 separate rooms! Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025