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Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, 7-minute walk to Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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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

  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 204
AED 239 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov

Room options

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Showing 6 of 6 rooms

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

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
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking | 2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Suite 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

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

Budget Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
LED TV
2 bedrooms
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable/satellite channels
Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Coffee/tea maker
Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe King & Queen Suite with Kitchenette, Non Smoking

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
Shower/tub combination
Air conditioning
Heating
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Kitchenette
  • 31 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Family Suite with 3 Queen Beds & Kitchenette, Non Smoking

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
(7 reviews)

Highlights

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

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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

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪四姐 Special Noodle - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Boardwalk Bowl - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Coaster's Lounge - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Los Primos Taqueria - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Chipotle Taqueria - ‬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 coffee/tea makers

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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 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

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 200.00 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 and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of 10 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz on 23 November 2025 start from $64.99, including 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.

How much is parking at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

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 1.8 mi (2.8 km) away.

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Reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.6

Location

8.4

Staff & service

8.0

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 358 out of 832 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 241 out of 832 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 832 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 832 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 46 out of 832 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margalit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I appreciate management friendliness and willingness to help. Rooms are clean and bedding is comfortable. The location is great it is in proximity of many sights and at the same time walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Decent place but a little pricey these buget hotels need to be around 50 bucks total a night off peak to be at value the $20 fees on top ruins it
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Janet

Inexpensive, close to the Boardwalk and easy check-in and Check-out
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has become our go-to place for our visits to a relative living in Santa Cruz. Good value for the money, our room had a kitchenette, and we like to bring our breakfast and eat in the room. With the kitchenette table we didn't have to eat on the bed. Even though it was a weekend, it was quiet and we slept well.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Seemed like a nice family run motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fermin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service and location is walking distance from the boardwalk
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was just perfect, we were able to park early and walk to the boardwalk.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Amelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

carissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and simple room walking distance to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all the action, but quiet. I love having a room where no one is above or below me. This is my 2nd time staying there and will certainly return next year.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming front desk and clean comfortable room. I was very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was kind, we had a great time, property was clean and maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Guy behind the desk happily lent me office supplies. I needed tape and it saved a ton of time shopping.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is quiet. Room was clean. Nice staff. Perfect distance to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious, quick, clean, quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ten minute walk to the boardwalk. Front desk staff was kind and communicative. Rooms were clean and parking was easy. Allowed to check in early for a small fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and the staff are amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Velma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A little on the noisy side, traffic and outside activity. They did provide earplugs in the room for the guests. A nice perk was the close proximity to the Boardwalk. A friendly staff member greeted me when I checked in. Room was very spacious and clean. Bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Hootsa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location is perfect. The room is exactly like a pictures. The most important thing that I hope they improve it is cleaness. The floor is disgusting. Really need attention to cleanliness.Other things were great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tristan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, walkable, clean. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Apollo

Good place to stay, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cienna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Customer service was great and the room was the cheapest and cleanest we stayed at on our trip
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024