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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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A short walk from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a door leading to another room and a trash can.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand, a bedside table, a mirror, and a window with natural light.

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A motel with a row of rooms, a speed limit sign, and parked cars on the street.

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a door, and a window.

Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

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

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Two double beds with white linens and brown decorative runners, a bedside table with a phone and a clock, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.

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. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Boardwalk Bowl 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

  • A historic half-timbered building with a stone facade, surrounded by trees and a red brick sidewalk.
    Ocean Street
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A beachside amusement park with a Ferris wheel, a roller coaster, and a building with a red roof.
    Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A street with a clock tower, a tram, and a building with a sign.
    Pacific Avenue
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • A pier extending into the ocean with a roller coaster in the background.
    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
  • El Chipotle Taqueria
    5 min walk
  • The Blue Lagoon
    10 min walk
  • Brews At The Beach
    9 min walk
  • Firefly Coffee House
    9 min walk

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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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

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
  • Null
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 floor
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen 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
  • 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

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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 Ocean Street and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.2 mi (1.9 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

8.6

Excellent

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

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8/10 Good

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Decent place to stay. Good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location !! , friendly staff clean room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was exactly what we needed at a really great price. Reception was painless, the woman at the front was very helpful, check-out was just the same and not a disturbance the whole weekend. Also, the location couldn’t be better if you want to explore Santa Cruz.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was friendly and check in was easy. The motel is cute and our room was clean, comfortable and spacious enough for two. The bathroom was also clean and spacious. Definitely walkable to the boardwalk. Parking was a little tight but had plenty of spaces. Would recommend and would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great value clean room Great Price. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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clean room and yes
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Staff was friendly. Good price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Convenient location, close to the Boardwalk and Kaiser Permanente Arena. Rooms were clean and we especially liked the setup of the two bedroom suite; there are two separate bedrooms with a bathroom in between, allowing more privacy between bedrooms. Tight parking lot and a little noisy as the parking is right outside the rooms, but this is the case at a lot of places. There were earplugs provided in the rooms!Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It was a true suite. We were pleased with the cleanliness of the rooms in this friendliness of the staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

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Walking distance to Boardwalk, park across the street, near restaurants. Staff was very nice and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is great.Pretty close walk to the boardwalk and funn center mini golf and so on room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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good for families
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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For a budget hotel, it was actually really nice. Especially enjoyed the comfortable beds, parking available, nearby walking distance to the boardwalk/beach. Overnight staff available, easy drop box check out. Plenty of basic amenities one needs. AC also worked. Got the two bedroom stay and it was ample space for three adults. Good location for the 70.3 Santa Cruz. Wouldn't mind staying again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean. Pretty quiet. Close to downtown. Helpful management. Comfy bed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect location. We were a 10 min walk from the boardwalk and walking distance to downtown
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This little room was just what me and my sister needed while visiting Santa Cruz. It was just big enough! Fresh linens every day and hot, hot, hot water!! I think what we loved the most was that we were within walking distance to the boardwalk! Amazing all around!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful responsive front desk person in advance of arrival and while checking in and out. Room better than expected, totallt comfortable and looked good. No noise barrier but easily handled with leaving fan on. Earplugs were left out by staff too if needed. Slight musty odor but frankly that was to be expected a a motel near the beach! Great location, just blocks from boardwalk!!! Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was nice, just stay to sleep but it was nice that they left ear plugs for the noise, that’s a great idea. Thanks.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Place was clean and spacious. Like the fact that it’s 7minute walk to the boardwalk. No need to worry about parking lot .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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The property is close enough to the Boardwalk to walk. The staff were pleasant and helpful. The room was clean but dated, but if you need a kitchen, you have one although no utensils of any kind. So if you plan to cook, you'll need to bring your own pots, pans, utensils, etc. I took a griddle and food that could be microwaved as we had three children with us. Most other hotels I looked at, we would have needed to reserve two rooms to accomodate all of us. We had two bedrooms but only one TV, would have been better to have one in each room.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Second time staying. Excellent budget property. Very quiet at night. Parking inside the courtyard seems very secure. Excellent service. Comfortable beds. Will stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

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Our check-in experience was amazing and effortless, really friendly staff. The hotel itself could use more love.. specifically room #144 where my wife and I stayed. We turned on the AC to cool and it smelled like fish.. thankfully it got down to 57 that night if not we would have been so hot in the room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Easy to locate a good parking spot. The room was pretty clean (8/10). Some of the chairs look like they've been used too much and could be upgraded... Staff was quick and helpful. I would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience. The amenities were wonderful and being close the boardwalk was very convenient.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026