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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

2.0 star property
Aptos motel with outdoor pool

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Tucked away by the ocean, Rio Sands Hotel offers a refreshing stay with an outdoor pool and sun loungers. Explore the garden, enjoy in-room WiFi, and take advantage of barbecue grills for a home-cooked meal. Previous guests rave about the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking

Main amenities (10)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Garden
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Picnic area
  • Barbecue grills
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $120
$139 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 2 - Dec 3

Room options

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Showing 11 of 11 rooms

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Family Suite | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Twin Bunk Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed

Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Kitchen Suite, 2 Rooms, King Bed, Queen and Sofa Bed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed

kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed | Living area | Flat-screen TV

kitchen suite, Queen bed, Queen sofa bed, twin sofa bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Sofa Beds

Junior Room, Accessible

Highlights

Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(49 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Tempur-Pedic bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite

Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Junior Suite

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Heating
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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The price is $106
$123 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
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About the neighborhood

Map
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, CA, 95003

What's nearby

  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Seacliff State Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Cabrillo College - 2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Seascape Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 46 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 49 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 51 min drive
  • San Martin Caltrain Station - 45 min drive
  • Morgan Hill Station - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Marianne's Ice Cream - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sushi Garden - Aptos - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Venus Pie Trap - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Whale City Bakery Bar And Grill Aptos - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

When you stay at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals, you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool, and freebies like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet are added perks. The helpful staff and breakfast get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 40 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early 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
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • An outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi and wired internet

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels

More

  • Housekeeping on request

Fee & policy details

Refundable deposits

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 33.66 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 32 (subject to availability)
  • Kitchen/kitchenette use costs USD 57 per stay

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests should contact this hotel in advance to request a dishware/utensils kit (surcharge applies).

Also known as

Rio Sands
Rio Sands Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel
Rio Sands Hotel Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel Motel
Rio Sands Hotel Aptos
Rio Sands Hotel Motel Aptos

Frequently asked questions

Does Rio Sands Vacation Rentals offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Rio Sands Vacation Rentals 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.

Is there a pool at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 33.66 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 32 (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals and nearby?

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Rio Sands Vacation Rentals like?

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals is a short 2-minute walk from Rio Del Mar Beach and 3 minutes' walk from Seacliff State Beach. Travelers say the area is walkable and good for families.

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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Beach
Location
Breakfast
Service staff
Bed
Family friendly
Bathroom
Children
Kitchen

What guests liked

  • The beach is within a short walk from the property, offering easy access and a convenient location. (84 reviews)
  • The hot tub was a highlight with its lighted waterfall feature and perfect temperature for a relaxing experience. (19 reviews)
  • The pool was very clean and well-maintained, with many guests enjoying its amenities and location. (28 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Great place !

Amazing location and great amenities
Mimi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Best bang for your buck right off the Aptos beach
Austin, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Close to the beach and restaurants
Kathryn, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and will definitely go back
Vicki, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Thin walls
Jakoub, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This place is great.
Jewlia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, staff is friendly and walking distance to beach!
VERONICA, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

It was ok. Nice place but no breakfast
Keo, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic service, quick response time, clean rooms and facilities.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable beds, walking distance to beach
Lisa, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The location is perfect. Super close to the beach.
Suzette, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Old charm Fireplace breakfast with room Walk to the beach Coffee shop/ Pastries Deli
Candyce, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

With family at the beach

Beautiful stay at the Beach. Perfect ‼️ nice breakfast comfortable beds Would stay there again. Friendly and accommodating staff.
Grace Ann, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Rooms were nice and clean. The outdoor pool and spa area are nice and clean. 3 min walk to the beach.
Emmanuel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed our stay, impressed with the amenities and what it offers so close to the beach. Staff helpful, great place to stay if you don’t book a beach house, this is next best.
Dominic, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice all around and also a very reasonable value. Would definitely stay here in the future.
Ron, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. The hotel was very clean and the beach is a 2 minute walk.
Sherry, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a very pleasant stay
Edgar, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nicely renovated and maintained. Great value for the price. Super friendly and helpful staff. A short walk to the beach. Wonderful stay.
Andrea, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

It was a great stay, room was clean and bed was very comfortable with lots of pillows. Free breakfast was ok, could be better with some protein options, like hard boiled eggs.
Kendra, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable bed, very clean. Facilities were wonderful. We definitely stay here again.
Bianca, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great family hotel

We love staying here due to the proximity to the beach. The different room set-ups are great for families. Easy check-in, good breakfast, cute pool…we’ll be back!
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love this sweet little hotel, that is so close to the beach. The pool is nice, and the rooms are clean and comfy. The only thing I would appreciate would be a protein option with their complimentary breakfast. But we loved staying there none-the-less.
Claire, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location
Melissa, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location but needs some TLC including improving WI-FI and the abysmal Continental breakfast.
4-night trip