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Welcome to Dream Inn Santa Cruz, where sunny Californian vibes meet a luxurious beachfront retreat! Nestled at 175 West Cliff Drive, this fabulous 4-star hotel is the perfect getaway for those seeking both relaxation and adventure. Starting at just $549 per night, you’ll be indulging in a slice of paradise without breaking the bank! With 941 rave reviews, guests are raving about the stunning ocean views and delightful atmosphere that this gem provides.
Dive into the fun at our outdoor swimming pool, or take a leisurely stroll down to the beach, where golden sands and surf await. Foodies will love our fabulous on-site restaurant, and with live music performances setting the mood, you’ll feel like a star during your stay. Consider yourself a social butterfly? Enjoy our vibrant sun deck while you sip on refreshing cocktails from the bar, and if you’re feeling adventurous, ask about the nearby golf courses for a day of fun in the sun!
After a day full of exploring the beautiful Santa Cruz coastline, retire to your spacious, non-smoking room equipped with air conditioning and a private balcony to soak in those beautiful sunset views. Whether you’re here for a romantic escape or a fun-filled family vacation, Dream Inn Santa Cruz has everything you need for an unforgettable experience. Come see why guests can’t stop talking about their amazing stays!
Your culinary journey at Dream Inn Santa Cruz begins at the delightful Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, where every bite is a celebration of fresh, local flavors. Whether you're enjoying a hearty breakfast to kickstart your day or indulging in a romantic dinner with a view, this family-friendly spot offers something for everyone. The ambiance is cozy yet vibrant, perfect for sharing laughter over dinner or enjoying a quiet moment with your loved one. As live music fills the air, you'll find that mealtimes here are not just about the food—but about creating memories that last a lifetime.
When the sun dips below the horizon, the fun doesn't stop! Gather with friends at our lively sun deck for post-dinner drinks, where refreshing cocktails often spark new friendships and great conversations. With the ocean breeze as your backdrop, you’ll be swept away in the lively atmosphere that Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers. Want to spice up your evenings even more? Join in on one of our themed nights, where dance floors and DJ beats promise a night of laughter and unforgettable fun!
For those who prefer a laid-back approach to lounging, the charming outdoor heated pool invites you for a refreshing swim or simply to unwind on sun-kissed loungers. Take a moment to bask in the California sunshine, ideal for working on that tan or just soaking in those ocean views. With enough space for the family and a cozy corner for couples, your experience will be as relaxed or as exhilarating as you desire. At Dream Inn Santa Cruz, every detail is designed for your enjoyment, making your beachfront stay truly extraordinary!
Closest airports
Monterey Regional Airport
27.8miNorman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
28.2miSan Francisco International Airport
49.4miOakland International Airport
54.2miRestaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free wifi
Room service
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Elevator
Balcony
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Deluxe, King Size, Ocean View
1 King Size Bed
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Experience ultimate luxury in our Ocean View Deluxe - King room, with breathtaking views of the ocean from your private balcony. Unwind and indulge yourself while enjoying the modern comforts of a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a family retreat, this room accommodates 2 adults and 2 children, ensuring a memorable stay for all.
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Cloud, 2 Queen Size Beds, Ocean View
2 Queen Size Beds
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Experience the breathtaking beauty of the ocean from your own private balcony in the Ocean View Cloud - Two Queen room. This spacious room comfortably accommodates up to 4 adults and 2 children, offering a serene retreat with modern amenities such as a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning. Enjoy the peaceful ambiance while sipping your favorite hot beverage from the tea/coffee maker, and indulge in a refreshing shower after a long day of exploring. With an array of additional amenities such as bathrobes, an iPod dock, and a safe, this room guarantees a truly memorable stay.
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Cloud, King Size, Ocean View
1 King Size Bed
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
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Experience the ultimate relaxation in our Ocean View Cloud - King room, featuring a spacious 344 sqft area with a balcony overlooking the captivating ocean. Indulge in modern comforts such as a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and air conditioning, while enjoying the serene atmosphere.
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King Room, Accessible, Ocean View, Poolside
1 King Size Bed
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Executive, 2 Queen Size Beds, Ocean View
2 Queen Size Beds
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Room - 2 Queen, Ocean View, Poolside
2 Queen Size Beds
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Dream Inn Suite, Ocean View
600 sqft
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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The fireplace is a top feature of this suite. The spacious air-conditioned suite features a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as sea views. The unit has 1 bed.
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Deluxe, King Size, Accessible, Ocean View
1 King Size Bed
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Deluxe, 2 Queen Size Beds, Ocean View
2 Queen Size Beds
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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Room - 2 Queen, Ocean View
2 Queen Size Beds
1 Twin Bed
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
Tea/Coffee maker
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Executive, King Size, Ocean View
1 King Size Bed
345 sqft
Ocean view
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
Refrigerator
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King Room, Ocean View
1 King Size Bed
Balcony
Flat-screen TV
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941 reviewsCategories of assessments
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Featured reviews:
Simon
10
July 2024
Absolutely loved the location being right on the beach and tucked just far enough away from the Boardwalk so we could relax and enjoy. The pool and hot tub area overlooking the Santa Cruz Pier and boardwalk had everyone spellbound.
This was an expensive overnight stay as it stretched out my personal budget so therefore I looked (probably too critical) at the overall quality of property as a whole and I felt that the interior (wall furnishings & carpet) are starting to look dated/worn. In the room the mini fridge was not able to keep anything cool. These are just minor gripes as we were there for the location, pool and hot tub and they exceeded expectations.
Luanna
10
February 2022
10 out 10. Wonderful customer service. A magical view of the ocean that will make you fall in love with Santa Cruz all over again. That being said I'm a local and come to the beach constantly but waking up and falling asleep to the sound and view of the ocean is enchanting. The rooms are beautiful, cleaned and stocked. Balcony with a view and a table with chairs. This is the second time I stay here with my family and we all loved it and had a wonderful time. The pool and hot tub are really nice as well. We would soak in the the hot tub then go downstairs and run into the cold ocean. By far one the best hotels I have been to on a global scale.
Nothing I didn't like. The only thing I can say for sure after trying the hotel restaurant 3 times, in two stays at this hotel, is to stay way. The food is bad and overpriced. I would order something from somewhere else or walk to the wharf. There are a bunch of weird charges when you order food to your room as well. I'm not picky but couldn't finish my dinner, lacked flavor. Better to grab food somewhere else.
Jill
10
March 2024
We love hearing the waves all night and easy access to the beach. Also love that the pool and spa are basically on the beach. The location is great and the rooms are always clean and comfy. It's great being able to walk to the Boardwalk, the wharf and Westcliff Drive. Just a 2 mile drive to downtown. Parking is nice and easy too. Can't beat the views!!!
Hate to say anything bad here because we love the place and the location soo much, a couple things were broken in the room but I brought it to the staffs attention. I'm sure they will fix it right away. They are always maintaining the hotel and take great care of it.
Amanda
10
December 2023
The location and facilities are amazing. Well worth the extra money. The details of the room help make for a lovely stay. The beds are comfortable, rooms quiet, and the sound of the ocean is the best part. The staff are friendly and helpful. We will stay here again.
Three things: 1) parking is expensive for an already expensive room, 2) we were told that the pool and hot tub were closed for maintenance upon checking in. It would’ve been nice to know this before arriving. 3) every staff person was friendly and helpful, except for the woman who checked us out. She asked if I wanted a printed receipt and when I said “yes” she acted like I was bothering her. She made excuses like “our printer is slow, and “we usually email receipts”. I said I could wait and it took her less than a minute to print. She said “here” and handed it to me haphazardly and without looking at me. It’s a small detail considering how great the place was, but it left a bad taste in my mouth as we were leaving.
Pami
10
September 2024
We usually stay in the Tower but thought it would be fun for the teen ages to be by the pool, first time since at the Dream Inn not in the tower, Pluses and minuses diffidently louder but knew that when booked 2nd floor. It was super nice close to pool, exit by the restaurant to get on street.
Need to clean more in carpeted stairs and the stair handles. Also the deck off room was very dirty, hadnt been cleaned. There are pool rules and they are not followed.
Robert
8.2
June 2022
The location was excellent we didn't eat anything at the restaurant, but it's very clean and very nice.
The only problem I have, is the pool closed at 9:00 p.m. when you're on vacation in the summertime with children, 9:00 is a little bit early. 9:00 is what time they go to bed during the school year, not when they're on vacation in the summer. They have beach access from the pool area, but when they close the pool area at 9:00, so does the gate at the stairs to the pool and the beach. It would be nice if they had maybe a door that use the hotel key or access, so you could go down to the beach at night to explore, without having to walk all the way down and around the hotel to the beach, and then all the way back around the hotel to get back.
Simmons
10
August 2022
The view was amazing and the location was so close we didn't have to drive for 2 days. The room was spacious and everything was perfect. We love the window seat and the open windows in the morning as we ate breakfast that was brought to our and drank coffee. They even held our luggage at the front desk and hung up our coats since we came in early. We would recommend it for anyone's first time. We will be back again.
Nothing....everything was perfect and above expectations.
Laurene
8.2
September 2023
The views are excellent. That is the main reason to visit. Although the pool was right outside our patio. And, as you would expect, used loudly and constantly until 10pm. They moved us right away to the 7th floor which had a much better view and no tourists in our patio. It was my husband's birthday and they generously gave us free parking which was fabulous.The room, in the tower, was lovely and decorated in '60's-70's surf era. The beds were much more firm than comfortable. The room service was served by a nice, professional person, and though way overpriced ($75 breakfast), it was a treat. Especially to sit and watch the sailboats and surfers in the leisurely morning air. The front desk folks were very helpful with tickets and anything else we needed. Also very friendly and professional.
Being a economy hotel disguised as a luxury hotel soley because of the view and beach access. We didn't use the pool or hot tub because it was constantly used by a few monopolizing guests, who left bubbles, cloudiness and a sheen on the water when they left at 10:10pm. The towels were very thin in the room. Clean and tidy however, attended to by warm and professional workers who always greeted us with a smile.
Julie
8.2
December 2023
Beds were comfortable, room was very clean, and parking was easy
The elevator has duct tape all over inside and when we pressed #2 , every time it would stick. Eventually, by pressing to ( door open) button, it took us to 3rd floor - back to lobby. We used the stairs....continually. Also, There was noise above our room at 4 am, and a large construction crew right below our balcony in the a.m. We were not able to sit out & enjoy our view & coffee outside, as they looked at us and we're close by!
Gman62
8.2
December 2023
We could see the Pier & Boardwalk Perfectly From Our Balcony. Watching the Surfers and People on the Beach, The Guy Writing Stuff In The Sand. The Walking Distance from Almost Everything we were down there for was A Plus.
The Mattress Was TO HARD so I had a rough time Sleeping, waking up with a Stiff Back, even though The Staff Gave Me Extra Comforters to try and Aliviate The Issue, but I made the Best Of The Situation !!!
Attractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
0.5miRoaring Camp Railroads
5.9miPoint Pinos Lighthouse
23.3miLovers Point Park
24.1miAsilomar State Beach
24.2miMonterey Bay Aquarium
24.7miCannery Row
25.1miMonterey Fisherman’s Wharf
25.7miCustom House Plaza
25.8miDennis the Menace Park
26.3mi17-Mile Drive
26.5miThe Tech Interactive
26.6miPebble Beach
27.7miSunset Cultural Center
29miCarmel Mission
29.5miAttractions
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
0.5miRoaring Camp Railroads
5.9miPoint Pinos Lighthouse
23.3miLovers Point Park
24.1miAsilomar State Beach
24.2miMonterey Bay Aquarium
24.7miCannery Row
25.1miMonterey Fisherman’s Wharf
25.7miCustom House Plaza
25.8miDennis the Menace Park
26.3mi17-Mile Drive
26.5miThe Tech Interactive
26.6miPebble Beach
27.7miSunset Cultural Center
29miCarmel Mission
29.5miAirports
Monterey Regional Airport
27.8miNorman Y. Mineta San José International Airport
28.2miSan Francisco International Airport
49.4miOakland International Airport
54.2miJack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
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Restaurant
Beachfront
Outdoor swimming pool
Free wifi
Room service
Beach
Air conditioning
Bar
Sun deck
24-hour front desk
Non-smoking rooms
Live music/Performance
Elevator
Balcony
Activities
Beach
Bicycle rental
Canoeing
Fishing
Golf course
Happy hour
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Delivered food covered securely
Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
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24-hour front desk
ATM on site
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Air conditioning
Convenience store on site
Elevator
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CCTV in common areas
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Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Until 11:00
Pets are not allowed.
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
There's no age requirement for check-in
Come and go whenever you want
Private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 35 per day.
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+1-833-728-2041Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
0 - 1 years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per child per day
2+ years
Extra bed upon request
$30 per person per day
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
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What are the check-in and check-out times at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Planning to stay at Dream Inn Santa Cruz? Kindly note that you can check in after 04:00 PM and before 11:00 AM is when you'll need to check out.
Is there parking at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Yes, Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers convenient and private parking on-site for guests at a daily rate of $35. No prior reservation is required.
What are the rates at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
The entry-level price at Dream Inn Santa Cruz is $549. These rates are subject to change based on room selection and travel dates. Kindly input your dates to view current rates.
What types of rooms does Dream Inn Santa Cruz offer?
The hotel offers various types of rooms including Ocean View Deluxe- King and Ocean View Executive - King, both of which have a room size of 344 sqft and can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children. These rooms have a non-smoking policy and feature a king-size bed. Additionally, the hotel provides Ocean View Deluxe - Two Queen and Ocean View Executive - Two Queen rooms, which have the same features and amenities but can accommodate 4 adults and 2 children.
What activities does Dream Inn Santa Cruz offer?
Guests at Dream Inn Santa Cruz can spend their time enjoying a variety of leisure amenities. They can relax by the outdoor swimming pool, soak in the hot tub or Jacuzzi, and sunbathe on the sun deck. The hotel also provides beach umbrellas and chairs/loungers for guests to enjoy the beachfront.
For those who enjoy dining, the hotel offers the Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, which has a family-friendly and romantic ambiance. Guests can savor local cuisine at the restaurant.
In addition to these amenities, guests can also rent bicycles to explore the area, go hiking, canoeing, or fishing. There is also an outdoor fireplace where guests can gather around and enjoy the evening.
Overall, guests at Dream Inn Santa Cruz have a range of options to relax, have fun, and explore the beautiful surroundings.
Does Dream Inn Santa Cruz feature a pool area?
The Dream Inn Santa Cruz has one pool available. It is an outdoor pool that is heated and available all season.
Are there restaurants located within Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Yes, the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel has a restaurant on site called Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge. The restaurant offers both family-friendly and romantic ambiances. The cuisine served at the restaurant is local.
Which payment methods are supported by Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz accepts payment by cash as well as American Express, Visa, Mastercard, and Discover cards.
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