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About the Hotel

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, United States, 95003
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Close to the beach
Very good
7.7
8.5
/10
4.1
4.0
/5

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals Aptos hotel, located a 25-minute walk from the Pacific front Hidden Sandy Beach Park, features high-speed Internet access in the rooms. This motel boasts a heated swimming pool with a hot tub.

Location

The 2-star hotel is about 60 km from Monterey Peninsula airport and 6 km from such cultural venues as the Santa Cruz Children's Museum of Discovery. The Rio Sands Vacation Rentals also gives access to Rio Del Mar State Beach, which is a 9-minute walk away.

Guests might as well enjoy proximity to Aptos Village Park, situated about 800 metres away. This property lies within a few blocks of the 1919 American SS Palo Alto Concrete Ship.

A local bus stop Aptos Beach Drive & Marina Avenue is a 5-minute stroll away.

Rooms

The rooms at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals hotel have central heating and ironing equipment. Some of them comprise an adjoining terrace and a balcony, appointed with a writing table. Along with a minibar fridge and tea/coffee making equipment, they also have a flat-screen TV with satellite channels to keep you entertained. Most rooms at this hotel come with a separate toilet, as well as comforts including hairdryers. Guests can also enjoy inner courtyard views.

Eat & Drink

The seafood restaurant Cafe Rio Aptos is situated within 300 metres of Rio Sands Vacation Rentals hotel.

Leisure & Business

Beach facilities at this accommodation include umbrellas.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk for rides and games.
  • Taste the famous garlic fries at the Beach Café in Seacliff State Park.
  • Take a walk at Natural Bridges State Beach for breathtaking sunsets.
  • Check out the Aptos Farmers Market on Saturdays for local produce.
  • Explore the charming shops and art galleries in downtown Aptos.
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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Standard King Room
2 persons
280 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Balcony
King Suite Sofa Bed
2 persons
400 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Heating
Balcony
Deluxe Suite
2 persons
1 King-size bed
Deluxe King Suite
2 persons
1 King-size bed and 1 Sofa bed
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Facilities

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Very good
7.9/10Review score

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • No pets allowed
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machines

Services

  • Laundry

Dining

  • Picnic area/ Tables

Business

  • Business centre
  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Sun loungers
  • Garden area
  • BBQ facilities
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Heating
  • Mini-bar
  • Sitting area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals Location

116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, United States, 95003
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116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, United States, 95003
Nearby
Beach
Rio Del Mar State Beach
1900 ft
201 State Park Dr
SS Palo Alto
1900 ft
Restaurants
Pixie Deli
800 ft
111 Venetian Rd
Flats Bistro
1000 ft
113 Esplanade
Erik's DeliCafe Aptos
4100 ft
102 Rancho Del Mar
Norma Jean's Coffee & Tea
4000 ft
8043 Soquel Dr
Marianne's Ice Cream
4200 ft
218 State Park Dr
Getting around
City Centre
Aptos12 min  ·  3300 ft
Airports
Monterey Peninsula (MRY)84 min  ·  34.8 mi
Mineta San Jose International (SJC)95 min  ·  39.0 mi
Bus
Bus stop3 min  ·  700 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Public parking is possible on site for free.
Internet
High-speed internet access is available in the hotel rooms for free.
Children & extra beds
There are no extra beds provided in a room. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2011
Number of rooms:
18

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Rio Sands Vacation Rentals from previous guests about their experience.
Review score
Based on 446 verified reviews
8.2/10
Great
80%
Recommend
Breakfast
9.4/10
Cleanliness
8.3/10
Comfort
8.2/10
Facilities
7.9/10
Location
9.3/10
Paid Wi-Fi
8.0/10
Staff
8.5/10
Value for money
7.7/10
Guest reviews
based on 432 reviews
7.7/10
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