Rio del Mar Travel Guide
Aptos
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Popular places to visit
Rio Del Mar Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Rio Del Mar Beach during your travels in Aptos? Discover the sunsets while you're in the area.
Seascape Golf Club
Play a round of golf in Aptos at Seascape Golf Club, and enjoy other activities such as cycling. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.
Seacliff State Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Seacliff State Beach during your travels in Aptos? Wander the seaside or discover the area's sunsets.
New Brighton State Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, New Brighton State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Aptos. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Potbelly Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Potbelly Beach during your trip to Aptos? Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Cabrillo College
Explore the campus of Cabrillo College during your stay in Aptos. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.
Things to do
Beach Hill to Historic Downtown Santa Cruz Loop
Capitola Private Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
UC Santa Cruz: Personalized Self-Guided App Tour
Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill
Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour
Top hotels in Rio del Mar
Seascape Beach Resort
"I have never had breakfast at a more disorganized restaurant, years ago the food was good there. The waiter forgot my bacon and eggs, ordered over easy arrived after we ask why the potatoes arrived without the eggs and bacon, only to show up over hard and cold bacon. Also we never had any room service ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
"What caught my eye the most was the motel was close to the ocean front and the scenery was beautiful !!!!! This is where I would book my Motel 6 every time I visit my family in Sainas * And they always leave the light on ###"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
"Beach view. Truly heated pool. Great staff."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
"Amazing new, much needed location, here in Santa Cruz. I felt as if I was at a San Diego Resort. The rooms were amazing, decor was was cohesive with the Spanish flair and elegance of the lobby. Bedding was amazing. No cut corners. Will definitely go back."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
"Fabulous 4-night stay ."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Chaminade Resort & Spa
"Beautiful location! Short hike through the forest was awesome! Dog friendly. My key didn’t work to get into the hot tub. And room service was great but didn’t open the wine. I should have noticed but didnt. Plumbing issues. I enjoyed my visit overall"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rio del Mar
Aptos Village
Aptos Village might not have many top sights, but Seacliff State Beach and Rio Del Mar Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Seacliff
If you're spending some time in Seacliff, Monterey Bay and Seacliff State Beach are top sights worth seeing.
