Dream Inn Santa Cruz
36.961563, -122.025193Overview
Beachfront hotel with panoramic ocean views in Santa Cruz
Amenities & Activities
The Dream Inn Santa Cruz provides a heated outdoor swimming pool and a hot tub, both open year-round. Guests receive complimentary Beach Cruisers for exploring the coastline. The hotel holds Green Key Certification for its eco-friendly initiatives.
Rooms & Views
All guestrooms at Dream Inn Santa Cruz include private balconies or patios with views of Monterey Bay. Each room is equipped with iPod docking stations and premium coffee makers. Floor-to-ceiling windows allow guests to watch surfers and sunsets from inside the room.
Location
The Dream Inn is the only beachfront hotel in Santa Cruz, adjacent to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. The hotel sits steps from the Santa Cruz Wharf and the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Natural Bridges State Beach is a short drive from the property.
Dining
On-site dining at Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge focuses on sustainable and local cuisine. The restaurant serves seafood dishes sourced from nearby waters. Daily breakfast for two is included in select packages at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz.
Events & Family
The Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers flexible event spaces that accommodate up to 200 guests for weddings or corporate retreats. The hotel organizes wellness weekends with daily activities. Family-friendly features include direct beach access and a pool designed for children.
- Beachfront: Only beachfront hotel in Santa Cruz
- Rooms: Floor-to-ceiling windows with panoramic ocean views
- Dining: Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge
- Activities: Complimentary Beach Cruisers
- Wellness: Heated outdoor swimming pool and hot tub
- Events: Spaces for up to 200 guests
- Eco: Green Key Certified
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed2 Queen Size Beds2 Single beds or 1 Queen-size bed
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:1 King-size bed2 King Size Beds
Facilities
Main facilities
On-site car park
24-hour reception
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Outdoor swimming pool
Heated swimming pool
Jacuzzi
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
- Live entertainment
- Sun terrace
- Jacuzzi
Room view
- Sea view
- Ocean view
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Essential information about Dream Inn Santa Cruz
| 💵 Lowest room price | 164 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.2 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 54.7 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Mineta San Jose International, SJC |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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