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About the Hotel

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, California, United States, 95060
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz, a 4-star beachfront hotel on the historic Beach Boardwalk, features 165 air-conditioned rooms with ocean views and flexible event spaces accommodating up to 200 guests.

Ocean View Accommodations

Each room at Dream Inn Santa Cruz includes a private balcony or patio, complimentary WiFi, iPod docking station, flat-screen TV, and laptop-sized safe. Rooms feature rainfall showers, bathrobes, and premium in-room coffee.

Beachfront Dining Options

Jack O'Neill Restaurant and Lounge serves local sustainable cuisine with panoramic views of Monterey Bay. The poolside bar offers signature cocktails and an extensive food menu.

Resort Amenities

Facilities include a heated outdoor pool, hot tub, and beach cruiser bikes available first-come, first-served. The 3500-square-foot Dream Ballroom features floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the Santa Cruz Wharf.

Prime Beach Location

Located 34 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport, the hotel provides direct access to Cowell Beach and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Natural Bridges State Beach and Pacific Garden Mall are within 1 miles.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Ocean View Poolside Two Queen
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Balcony
Ocean View Poolside King ADA
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Ocean View Suite Tower
2 persons
475 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Balcony
Ocean View Deluxe Two Queen
2 persons
345 sq. feet 
2 King Size Beds
Shower
Balcony
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Facilities

Experience a variety of amenities at the boutique hotel, crafted to ensure your comfort and unforgettable moments

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • On-site car park
  • 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

  • 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
800 ft
35 Pacific Ave
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center
900 ft
Lighthouse Point West Cliff Drive
Mark Abbott Memorial Lighthouse
1900 ft
Store
Cowell Beach
800 ft
Store
Cowell's Beach Surf Shop
1200 ft
Restaurants
Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
700 ft
175 West Cliff Drive
Ideal Bar & Grill
900 ft
106 Beach St
The Picnic Basket
1100 ft
125 Beach St
Sawasdee By The Sea
1300 ft
101 Main St Casablanca Inn
Casablanca Bistro
1600 ft
101 Main St
South Beach Pizza Company
1700 ft
303 Beach St
FireFish Grill
2200 ft
25 Municipal Wharf
Riva Fish House
2200 ft
31 Municipal Wharf
Beach Street Cafe
1900 ft
399 Beach St
Splash
2800 ft
49A Municipal Wharf
Stagnaro Bros Seafood
3800 ft
Municipal Wharf
Getting around
City Centre
Santa Cruz15 min  ·  4000 ft
Airports
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)83 min  ·  34.0 mi
Monterey Regional Airport (MRY)103 min  ·  42.6 mi
Bus
Bus stop2 min  ·  400 ft
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Property information and rules
Check-in
from 16:00-23:59
Check-out
until 11 am
Guest Parking
Private parking is possible on site at USD 35 per day.
Internet
is available in for free.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Year renovated:
2008
Number of floors:
10
Number of rooms:
165
Former name
Coast Santa Cruz Hotel

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