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7.6

667 reviews

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, 95060 , California, United States

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Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Free toiletries

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is a charming 2-star inn in Santa Clara, California. Located about 26.9mi from the city center, this budget-friendly stay keeps things simple and welcoming. The address is 505 Riverside Avenue, and price starts from $219.

Featured amenities include Private Parking (free), Wifi (free), Air conditioning, Parking On Site (free), Kitchen, Non-smoking rooms, Kitchenette, Free toiletries, and Bathtub.

With 667 reviews, Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers a traveler-friendly base in the United States. The address remains 505 Riverside Avenue, a convenient anchor in Santa Clara, California, where guests can enjoy on-site parking, free wifi, and practical kitchen facilities for longer stays.

Room options span from a cozy Queen Room to more expansive suites, catering to different itineraries. Deluxe Suite and Deluxe Suite, Kitchenette offer two Queen beds or a King plus Queen, while Deluxe Family Suite, Kitchenette and Family Suite, Kitchenette provide three Queen beds for larger groups. For guests who value extra privacy, the King Room adds a King bed, and there are configurations like Room - 2 Queen and Suite with two Queen beds.

Convenience is a hallmark, with on-site private parking (free) and free wifi, as well as essential touches like air conditioning, non-smoking rooms, and a bathtub. Many accommodations feature a kitchenette or kitchen facilities, making longer stays feel more at home.

Payment is straightforward with Mastercard, Visa, Discover, and American Express accepted; cash is not accepted. The property sits at 505 Riverside Avenue in Santa Clara, California, and has drawn a traveler-friendly crowd reflected in hundreds of reviews.

Closest airports

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

27.6mi

Monterey Regional Airport

28.2mi

San Francisco International Airport

49mi

Oakland International Airport

53.8mi

Most popular amenities

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Rooms

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

290 sqft

Microwave

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

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The spacious double room offers air conditioning, a tea and coffee maker, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a hairdryer. The double room features a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 1 bed.

Budget Queen Room - Non Smoking in Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Budget, Queen Size

1 Queen Size Bed

235 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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This room features a flat screen TV, ironing facilities, a microwave, a refrigerator, a Keurig coffee maker and a shower. Please note this room faces the basket ball court and skating park on the street side.

Deluxe King and Queen Suite with Kitchenette - Non Smoking in Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Deluxe Suite, Kitchenette

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

335 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

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This suite features a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, ironing facilities, a Keurig coffee maker and a shower/tub combo. Please note no utensils or kitchenware is provided.

Deluxe Queen Suite - 2 Queen Beds - Non Smoking in Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Deluxe Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Microwave

Coffee machine

Flat-screen TV

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This suite features a flat screen TV, ironing facilities, a microwave, a refrigerator, a Keurig coffee maker and a shower.

Deluxe Family Suite 3 Queen Beds with Kitchenette - Non Smoking in Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Deluxe Family Suite, Kitchenette

3 Queen Size Beds

335 sqft

Kitchen

Private Bathroom

Kitchenette

Bathtub

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This suite features a kitchenette, a flat screen TV, ironing facilities, a Keurig coffee maker and a shower/tub combo. Please note no utensils or kitchenware is provided.

Queen Room - Non-Smoking in Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

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Queen Room

1 Queen Size Bed

215 sqft

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Microwave

Coffee machine

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This room features a flat screen TV, ironing facilities, a microwave, a refrigerator, a Keurig coffee maker and a tub/shower combo.

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Suite, Kitchenette

1 King Size Bed

1 Queen Size Bed

Kitchenette

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Family Suite, Kitchenette

3 Queen Size Beds

Kitchenette

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Suite

2 Queen Size Beds

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

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Guest reviews

7.6

667 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

WiFi quality

Featured reviews:

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Marin

10

August 2024

Group of friends gathering for a birthday celebration. This motel was close to the celebration. We brought our cruisers...and rode everywhere...the beach, the gathering, downtown, the boardwalk... Simple accommodation, a little dated, but clean, which is the most important to me.

I didn't care for the early check in charge of $30, when the room was clearly ready. I think that is poor business. I would appreciate a few simple items for the kitchen. For example, a bottle opener/cork screw. Plates/cups. It is clearly noted in the reservations that there are no items in the kitchen, so it wasn't a surprise. Just would have been nice.

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Tal

8.2

April 2025

Clean two separate bedrooms with a shower in between. We were two friends traveling togther and this was PERFECT! - Comfortable beds, very clean, very quiet, great water pressure in the shower, friendly owners. We had a very refreshing good night rest and went on a full day of exploring and hiking felt amazing. I highly recommend. Also for families - if the parents want to be able to close their bedroom door and have the kids in their own separate room - this affordable suite is a huge plus.

It was great

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Anonymous

9.1

July 2023

The suit was perfect for a family traveling with children! We were able to have a separate room of our own, but did not have to book a completely separate 2nd hotel room to accommodate 4 kids + 2 adults. It was wonderful! The location was very close to the attractions that we wanted. The staff was wonderful and kind. Very helpful with directions and answers to our questions. The air conditioning was great, and we were very appreciative of the ice machine and kitchenette in our suit.

The parking lot was full and we had some trouble getting in and out, but I do not think that was something the hotel could have changed. We were traveling on a holiday weekend and it was just a particularly busy time.

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Rocio

10

August 2023

Staff was friendly and quick to help accommodate any needs. We where allowed to complete our check in process and park our vehicles there before check in time to be able to walk to the boardwalk and upon arrival that night our room keys where already waiting for us. Entire room was spacious and clean with lots of towels provided. Bed's where very comfortable as well. The suite layout and option was great for our family. It's definitely easier to know your entire family is all withing one suite. Will definitely consider stay here again on our next trip.

Parking lot is very small and compact.

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Rosanne

9.1

May 2023

Quiet location, clean rooms and daily housekeeping. Between 2 Queen rooms (130 & 131), we had ample space for our group of 5 people and sporting gear. The motel is good value, given that each bed area is separated by the bathroom and doors.

Both times we have stayed here, there has been a bombed-out car in the parking lot. The tires and windows are gone; it looks awful. Presumably a longtime guest is using it as a storage locker. Sadly, it makes the place look crummy when obviously the motel owners are putting effort into overall cleanliness of the common areas and rooms.

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Joseraul

8.2

November 2024

Location: Across from The San Lorenzo River, walking distance to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the main beach. It is also walking distance to the Downtown area.

Some outside noise, but they cannot control so its ok - Other then that all good. Oh they do not have a continental breakfast

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Pavla

10

October 2024

Quiet clean renovated property. Large room, larger bathroom, modern shower, coffee maker. My room had a fridge and a kitchenette which was nice. WiFi was fine. Located right on the river walk. Everyone working there was very nice, the owners care about their property. I traveled alone and felt very safe.

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Alexis

9.1

July 2023

Staff were very friendly. Room was clean. Bed was clean. Great value loved the kitchenette, we brought anything and everything we needed to cook. The water got very hot quickly. Guests were courteous and friendly.

The carpet in the room was so sticky not as surprising for a budget stay. The rooms had a hint of urine smell. The kitchenette lacked any dishes or supplies only had one dish towel. Ice machine takes quarters to use.

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Anton

10

December 2023

Everything was great. Hotel is located near to the bus station and to the beach, so it was possible to reach every needed destination within 10 minutes walk. Clean rooms, nice and friendly staff, who helped me with solving all problems (even not related to the stay in hotel itself).

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Stacie

8.2

November 2024

Love the location. Super close to Boardwalk and Wharf, also to restaurants and convenience stores. All within walking distance. I always stay around this location because I never need a car.

Dated but everything was really good.

Points of Interest Around Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Attractions

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

0.4mi

Point Pinos Lighthouse

23.7mi

Lovers Point Park

24.5mi

Asilomar State Beach

24.6mi

Monterey Bay Aquarium

25.1mi

Cannery Row

25.5mi

The Tech Interactive

26.1mi

Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf

26.1mi

Custom House Plaza

26.3mi

Dennis the Menace Park

26.7mi

17-Mile Drive

27mi

Pebble Beach

28.1mi

Sunset Cultural Center

29.4mi

Carmel Mission

30mi

Computer History Museum

30.9mi

Amenities of Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Free Private Parking

Free wifi

Air conditioning

Parking On Site

Kitchen

Non-smoking rooms

Kitchenette

Free toiletries

Bathtub

Stay rules - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Curfew

  • Parking

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

At what times are check-in and check-out at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

When you book a stay at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, you can access your room from 03:00 PM and should leave by 11:00 AM.

Is there parking at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Yes, there is plenty of free private parking available on site at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz. There is no need to make a parking reservation.

What's the nightly rate at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

Rooms at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz are available starting from $219. Prices might vary according to room availability and chosen dates. To see the current rates, please add your travel dates.

What are the room types available at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

The Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers a variety of room types. The Budget Queen Room is a double room with a queen size bed, accommodating 2 adults, and is non-smoking. The Deluxe King and Queen Suite with Kitchenette is a suite with a queen size bed and a king size bed, accommodating 4 adults, and is also non-smoking. The hotel also offers a Deluxe Queen Suite with two queen beds and a Deluxe Family Suite with three queen beds, both non-smoking and accommodating up to 4 and 6 adults respectively.

What are the main attractions at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz?

The Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz offers several leisure amenities for guests to enjoy during their stay.

The hotel features an outdoor heated pool, which is perfect for swimming and relaxing under the California sun. There is also a hot tub available for guests to unwind and soothe their muscles.

For those who want to stay active, the hotel offers a fitness center where guests can work out and stay in shape.

In addition, the hotel has a picnic area with barbecue grills, allowing guests to enjoy a meal outdoors with family and friends.

Guests can also explore the nearby attractions, as the hotel is located within walking distance to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the Santa Cruz Wharf.

Overall, there are plenty of leisure amenities at the Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz to keep guests entertained and make their stay a memorable one.

What methods of payment does Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz accept?

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz accepts American Express, Visa, Discover, and Mastercard as payment methods. Cash is not accepted.