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About the Hotel

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060

Dream Inn Santa Cruz, a 4-star beachfront retreat in California's original surf town, offers panoramic views of Santa Cruz's Boardwalk, 100-year-old Wharf, and Monterey Bay.

Ocean View Rooms

Each room at Dream Inn Santa Cruz features complimentary high-speed wireless internet, iPod docking stations, large flat-screen TVs, premium in-room coffee, bathrobes, and laptop-sized safes. All accommodations include private balconies or patios with sweeping views of Monterey Bay.

Coastal Dining Experience

Jack O'Neill Restaurant and Lounge serves locally-sourced seafood from Monterey Bay following sustainability standards and seasonal produce from area farmers. A collection of signature cocktails makes for a fitting toast to a successful day of surfing.

Beachfront Leisure Options

The renovated outdoor heated swimming pool and hot tub provide ocean views for those not interested in getting sandy. Complimentary beach cruisers are available on a first-come, first-served basis, and Sunday morning yoga is offered from May through October.

Panoramic Event Spaces

The Dream Ballroom offers floor-to-ceiling windows with spectacular views of the Santa Cruz Wharf, West Cliff Drive, and Monterey Bay. Three flexible event spaces span a combined 325 m², accommodating up to 200 guests for weddings, retreats, or receptions.

Prime Beach Location

Located directly atop Cowell Beach, the Dream Inn is steps away from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Municipal Wharf. Pacific Avenue's eclectic array of stores and eateries is within walking distance, while Mineta San Jose International Airport is 55 km away.

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Choose from doubles, suites, or family rooms, many with breakfast, flexible cancellation, and promotional rates
Ocean View Deluxe Two Queen
2 persons
32 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Balcony
Ocean View Executive Two Queen
2 persons
32 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Balcony
Ocean View Poolside Two Queen
2 persons
32 m² 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Balcony
Ocean View Suite Junior
2 persons
56 m² 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
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Getting around

A guide to all available transportation options

City Centre
Santa Cruz 1.2 km
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 54.7 km
Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 68.5 km
Bus
Bus stop100 m

Facilities

Boutique hotels design their amenities with your relaxation and unique travel experiences in mind

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Luggage storage
  • Lift
  • ATM/Cash machine
  • Coffee shop
  • Vending machines
  • Fireplace
  • Smoke detectors
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Key card access

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Valet parking
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Dry cleaning
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cots

Spa & Leisure

  • Heated swimming pool
  • Outdoor swimming pool
  • Beach access
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Sun loungers
  • Live entertainment
  • Sun terrace
  • Jacuzzi

Room features

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Ironing facilities

Media

  • Flat-screen TV
  • AM/FM alarm clock
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Location

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
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175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
Nearby
Harbour
Santa Cruz Wharf
240 m
35 Pacific Ave
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
250 m
Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive
Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
570 m
Store
Cowell Beach
230 m
Store
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop
360 m
Restaurants
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
210 m
175 West Cliff Drive
Ideal Bar & Grill
270 m
106 Beach St
The Picnic Basket
320 m
125 Beach St
Sawasdee By The Sea
380 m
101 Main St Casablanca Inn
Casablanca Bistro
470 m
101 Main St
South Beach Pizza Company
500 m
303 Beach St
FireFish Grill
660 m
25 Municipal Wharf
Riva Fish House
660 m
31 Municipal Wharf
Beach Street Cafe
560 m
399 Beach St
Splash
840 m
49A Municipal Wharf
Stagnaro Bros Seafood
1.1 km
Municipal Wharf
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