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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

★★★★ 175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, US

9 guest rating· 1365 reviews

About this hotel

Ocean-Inspired Atmosphere

Experience a natural, laid-back ambiance at The Dream Inn, where every room offers a private balcony or patio overlooking the stunning Monterey Bay. Let the soothing ocean views inspire your stay.

Relaxation on the Deck

Unwind on the hotel's spacious deck, complete with a refreshing pool and inviting hot tub. Whether you're looking to soak up the sun or stargaze in the evening, our deck provides the perfect setting for relaxation.

Ideal Location for Business or Pleasure

Located next to Santa Cruz's famous boardwalk and close to the city center, The Dream Inn offers a prime location for both corporate events and leisure getaways. With luxurious amenities and a picturesque setting, make your reservation today for an unforgettable stay.

Rooms & rates

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Ocean View Deluxe - King

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The spacious air-conditioned double room offers 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.

Ocean View Executive - King

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The spacious air-conditioned double room 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.

Ocean View Deluxe - Two Queen

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Boasting a balcony with sea views, this quadruple room also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit has 2 beds.

Quadruple Room

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Featuring a balcony with sea views, this quadruple room also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View (Ocean View Tower Suite - Cloud Level)

Sleeps 4 · 43 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Coffee/tea maker

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>473-sq-foot room, balcony with ocean views </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV with cable channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Coffee/tea maker and room service (limited hours) </p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Bathrobes, a hair dryer, and towels</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Free local calls, safe, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Climate-controlled air conditioning, daily housekeeping, and heating</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Hand-held showerhead</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Recycling bin</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No rollaway/extra beds available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p>

Ocean View Executive - Two Queen

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Featuring a balcony with sea views, this quadruple room also offers air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Ocean View Poolside - King ADA

Sleeps 2 · 32 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The spacious air-conditioned double room 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.

Ocean View Poolside - Two Queen

Sleeps 4 · 32 m² · 2× Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

Featuring a balcony with sea views, this quadruple room also provides air conditioning and a flat-screen TV with cable channels. The unit offers 2 beds.

Ocean View Suite - Dream Inn

Sleeps 5 · 56 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

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.

Ocean View Suite - Junior

Sleeps 4 · 54 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Shower

The spacious air-conditioned suite provides a flat-screen TV with cable channels, a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box as well as sea views.

Amenities

  • WiFi available
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Swimming pool
  • Parking
  • Private parking
  • Valet parking
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
  • Snack bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
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  • Golf course
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Canoeing
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Concierge service
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Delivered food - securely covered
  • Dry cleaning
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Face masks for guests available
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Fishing
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Happy hour
  • Heating
  • Hiking
  • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
  • Ironing service
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Live music/performance
  • Luggage storage
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
  • Minimarket on site
  • Outdoor fireplace
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Safety deposit box
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Smoke alarms
  • Special diet menus - on request
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Sun terrace
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Vending machine - drinks
  • Vending machine - snacks
  • Wine/champagne

Location

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175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, US

Check-in
from 04:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say91365 reviews

+ Great location+ Excellent serviceInconsistent room qualityDisappointing food service
Cleanliness8.5
Service10.0
Location9.5
Room Quality8.5
Amenities9.5
Value for Money8.5

Location, location, location! The room's view was magnificent.

9.0

Having 2 walls of the room face the beach was a special treat.

Hélène · US · 2026-07-23

Amazon family getaway

10.0

Hotel was beautiful, amazing views from hotel room balcony. perfect walking location to the boardwalk and the beach access was awesome! Kids had so much fun. Staff was so nice. We will definitely be back!

Michael · US · 2026-07-23

Great location

6.0

Rooms are great comfortable and cool decor

Pool area is small and very noisy

Joanne · GB · 2026-07-23

Guest review

10.0

Employees were great!! Hotel is nice and location is great we enjoyed out time at the hotel

Joanne · US · 2026-07-23

Guest review

9.0

The location was perfect! Right on the beach with ocean views. I could be at the pool and still see my family on the beach. Easy walk to the wharf and boardwalk. The service was amazing and valet was very helpful.

Amy · US · 2026-07-22

I regret staying here, horrible staff.

1.0

The property location was beautiful

The staff are super rude everyone seemed either annoyed or just bad attitude towards myself and my family. One staff member did not have the patience when my son attempted to order an ice cream at the pool bar, my son has a speech delay and this staff member did not bother to have the patience and instead rudely dismissed him. The front desk are not helpful and very short horrible customer service. When we checked in the staff were very short when attempting to ask were things were located they seemed annoyed to explain, this was our first time in Santa Cruz and the hotel, usually when checking into hotels the front desk explains the hotel and the amenities but not this place. My child was made fun of by the guest as well, he has autism very heart breaking to see. I hated our experience worst hotel to stay.

Delia · US · 2026-07-21

Good to know

When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and supplements may apply.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Internet

WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 30 per day.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 1 year old stay for free when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.

People no matter the age stay for US$30 per person per night when using an available extra bed.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.