Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Motel, 2-star116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, 95003, Aptos, CA, United StatesShow on map
Very good
Guests rate it highest for location, service and rooms.
8.4206Reviews- Check-in from 4:00 PMCheck-out by 11:00 AM.
- Superb locationGuests rate the location 9.5 out of 10, at 116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, 95003.
Outdoor Pool and Garden View Spend leisure time by the outdoor pool or relax in the serene garden.
Convenient Amenities Enjoy complimentary wired and wireless internet, a 24-hour business center, and luggage storage.
Comfortable Guestrooms Relax in one of the 50 guestrooms with modern amenities and cozy furnishings.
Immerse yourself in the coastal beauty near Rio Sands Hotel. Book now to experience the perfect getaway!
What this place offers
- Front desk (limited hours)
- Free wired internet
- Wheelchair accessible parking
- 24-hour business center
- Free self parking
- Computer station
- Pool sun loungers
- Banquet hall
- Wheelchair-accessible van parking
- Free WiFi
Rooms
8.4
Very good
Rated 8.4 out of 10 by 206 guests who stayed here.
- Cleanliness8.0
- Service9.4
- Location9.5
- Rooms8.4
- Amenities8.0
- Value8.4
- Food & drink7.0
Guests mention
Great locationHelpful staffClean rooms
Juliannethis was a nice hotel but there were no drinking glasses in the room.
SharonGreat location and easy walk to the beach.
BrendaThe entire property was serene and enjoyable! And sooo close to the beach!
LauraleeLoved that I could just walk around the corner to the beach
AmyThe room was recently updated and clean. Bed was on the firmer side, which I like. The only thing to keep in mind is that they give you a pool towel card with your room keys, and the card says $20 fee if you dont return…
EdwinLove the location. Surprisingly comfortable and exceeded my expectations.
Reviews are written by guests who booked through our supplier and stayed, shown as written and in their own language. Category scores are the supplier’s reading of recent reviews, updated January 2026.
Where you’ll be
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, 95003, Aptos, CA, United States
Guests rate the location 9.5 out of 10 — superb.
Things to know
Cancellation
Each room shows its own terms before you pay.
Most rates can be cancelled free until a date shown on the room.
Non-refundable rates are marked as such.
House rules
Check-in from 4:00 PM until anytime
Check-out by 11:00 AM
No children
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No pets
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Pets. Pets not allowed
Pets. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-out is available
General. Cashless transactions are available
Guest type. Essential workers only - NO
Accessibility. No elevators
Guest type. LGBTQ friendly
General. Professional property host/manager
Check-in & Check-out. Contactless check-in is available
Pets. Service animals are allowed
Payment & property
Paid when you book, not at the desk.
Rates include the taxes and fees we can read.
The property may take a card at check-in for incidentals.
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This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties. Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly). A deposit may be required at the property.
What we’d check for you here
- How many rooms they will hold at once, for how long, and on what terms.
- That the step-free room is actually free on your dates, and whether it is a roll-in shower or a bath, which the listing never says.
- Whether there is room for a pickup, a trailer or a van, not just a car.
- Whether the rate moves for your dates, and what it includes.
- What the property actually charges at the desk on top of the rate.
Questions about Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
What time is check-in and check-out at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?
Check-in is from 4:00 PM. Check-out is by 11:00 AM. If you're arriving late, tell us and we'll ask the property to hold the room.
Does Rio Sands Vacation Rentals allow pets?
No — the property states that pets are not allowed.
Is there parking at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?
Parking is listed among the property's facilities. Whether it's free and whether a space can be reserved varies, so we check it against your dates rather than promise it here.
Does Rio Sands Vacation Rentals have a pool?
Yes — a pool is listed among the property's facilities. Seasonal closures are common, so we'll confirm it's open for your dates.
Does Rio Sands Vacation Rentals have Wi-Fi?
Yes — internet access is listed among the property's facilities.
Can I book a block of rooms at Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?
The property lists meeting and banquet space, which usually means it handles group business — but how many rooms it will hold at once, for how long, and at what rate are set case by case and are not in any feed. Tell us the dates and the number of rooms and we'll get those terms from the property in writing before anything is charged.
Does Rio Sands Vacation Rentals have wheelchair accessible rooms?
The property lists step-free or accessible facilities. That flag is the one least able to settle the question: a hotel can carry it and still have a step at the entrance, or a bath rather than a roll-in shower, and it does not say whether the accessible room is free on your dates. Tell us what you need and we'll ask the property directly rather than reading you the flag.
How do I book Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?
Put your dates in above and book online, or call (888) 789-8585 and we'll do it for you — including things a booking form can't handle, like a block of rooms, a monthly rate or an invoice for your employer.
Where is Rio Sands Vacation Rentals?
116 Aptos Beach Drive, Aptos, California, 95003, Aptos, CA.
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