Name: Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Address: 505 Riverside Avenue, Santa Cruz, US

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Guest scores & sentiment

From 79 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-23

Guests praise the excellent location near the beach and friendly staff. Major complaints involve outdated facilities, musty odors, cleanliness issues (pests, dirty carpets), noise, and broken amenities, with some safety concerns noted.

Dimension scores · cross-source

Wi-Fi8.8

Location8.6

Service8.4

Surroundings8.0

Rooms7.9

Value7.9

Cleanliness7.9

Facilities7.7

＋ PraisedFriendly and helpful staff · Great location near attractions · Good value for money · Clean and comfortable rooms

－ ComplaintsDated property needing renovation · Poor soundproofing and noise · Tight parking spaces · Hygiene or equipment issues in some rooms

KEYSuitable for budget travelers prioritizing location over luxury. Check for cleanliness and working amenities upon arrival; not recommended for those sensitive to odors or pests.

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Room types · 6

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Deluxe Queen Suite - 2 Queen Beds - Non Smoking

1 × Queen bed32 ㎡up to 4

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

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Deluxe Family Suite 3 Queen Beds with Kitchenette - Non Smoking

1 × Queen bed31 ㎡up to 6

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.

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Deluxe King and Queen Suite with Kitchenette - Non Smoking

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)31 ㎡up to 4

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.

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King Room - Non Smoking

1 × Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)27 ㎡up to 2

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.

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Budget Queen Room - Non Smoking

1 × Queen bed22 ㎡up to 2

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.

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Queen Room - Non-Smoking

1 × Queen bed20 ㎡up to 2

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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Facilities · 27

All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).

Offsite parking discounted rates availableAir conditioningFamily roomsFax/photocopyingParkingStaff adhere to local safety protocolsGuest rooms disinfected between staysCleaning standards that are effective against CoronavirusPhysical distancing rules followedHand sanitizer in guest room and key areasCashless payment availableFire extinguishersInvoice providedGuests can opt-out any cleaning services during staySmoke alarmsShared stationery like menus, pens are removedCCTV outside propertyScreens / Barriers between staff and guests for safetyKey card accessInternet accessOffsite parking discounted rates availableSecured parkingSelf parking (surcharge)Television in common areasFree wired internetHousekeeping on requestNon-smoking rooms

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Nearby & map

Sights

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Giant Dipper

landmark

historic roller coaster in Santa Cruz, California, USA

633m

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Mission Santa Cruz

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mission in Santa Cruz, California

1.3km

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Natural Bridges State Beach

nature

state beach in Santa Cruz, California

3.9km

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Lighthouse Field State Beach

nature

state beach in Santa Cruz, California

2.1km

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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

park

amusement park in Santa Cruz, California

571m

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Mystery Spot

landmark

tourist attraction in Santa Cruz, California

5.1km

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Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park

park

state park in Santa Cruz County, California, United States

6.0km

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Arboretum at the University of California, Santa Cruz

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arboretum in Santa Cruz, California

4.0km

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