Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Convenient Location near Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk Experience the perfect beach getaway at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz, just a short 10-minute walk from the iconic Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. Comfortable and Well-Equipped Rooms Each room at our hotel features a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a TV with cable channels, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Enjoy all the comforts of home during your stay with us. Nearby Attractions and Shopping Explore the wonders of the Santa Cruz area with attractions like the Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History just under 2 km away. For shopping enthusiasts, the Capitola Mall is a mere 6.4 km from our hotel, offering a convenient retail therapy experience. Book your stay at Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz now for a memorable and relaxing beach vacation.

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz is about 0.3 mi from Live in the Atrium at The Catalyst, close enough to walk on the night rather than deal with traffic or a rideshare queue after the final whistle.

It is also within reach of 7 other venues we cover:

• The Catalyst — 0.3 mi
• Santa Cruz Civic Auditorium — 0.6 mi
• The Crepe Place — 0.9 mi
• Rio Theatre Santa Cruz — 0.9 mi
• Quarry Amphitheater — 2.0 mi
• Moes Alley — 2.4 mi
• Chaminade Resort And Spa — 2.6 mi

If you are booking this hotel, this is probably why. Every date links to live tickets and an interactive seat map.

• Fri, Sep 25, 2026, 7:00 PM

  Battle of the Bands

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• Sat, Oct 17, 2026, 9:00 AM

  Luminarium.io Pacifica

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Address	505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz CA 95060
Check-in	From 03:00 PM
Check-out	By 11:00 AM
Parking	Free parking listed. Confirm for event days.
Star rating	2-star, as classified by our accommodation partner
Nearest airport code	MRY
Phone	+1 831-426-2899

Worth knowing before you arrive

Please note parking on-site is limited to one vehicle per Unit. There is an additional fee for early check in or late check out. Please contact the property for details. PLEASE NOTE- NO UTENSIL/POTS AND PANS ARE PROVIDED BY THE PROPERTY, GUESTS ARE TO BRING THEIR OWN.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation. A deposit may be required at the property.

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz lists 28 facilities with our accommodation partner:

• WiFi available
• Free WiFi
• Parking
• Free Parking
• Non-smoking rooms
• Air conditioning
• Family rooms
• Fax/photocopying
• Private parking
• Daily housekeeping
• Accessible parking
• Vending machine - drinks
• Staff adhere to local safety protocols
• Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
• Guest rooms disinfected between stays
• Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
• Physical distancing rules followed
• Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
• Cashless payment available
• Fire extinguishers
• Invoice provided
• Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
• Smoke alarms
• Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
• CCTV outside property
• CCTV in common areas
• Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
• Key card access

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Rates come live from our accommodation partner for the dates you choose, and the price is confirmed before anything is charged. Cancellation terms differ by room and are shown on each one before you book.

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