Dream Inn Santa Cruz
175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, USSee what's available
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About this property
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is a 4-star beachfront resort in Santa Cruz, California, positioned within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. The property comprises 165 air-conditioned rooms, including 16 suites, making it a substantial oceanside destination.
Each room features a flat-screen television, private balcony, and complimentary wireless internet access. Cable programming is available for entertainment. Bathrooms are equipped with hair dryers, toothbrushes, and toothpaste. Guest comfort ratings average 4.5 out of 5, reflecting consistent satisfaction with room quality and amenities.
Dining options center on Jack O'Neill Restaurant, a beachfront venue with a bar and lounge offering ocean views. The property operates one poolside bar and a snack bar. Room service is available during limited hours. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for an additional fee.
Recreational and wellness amenities include a full-service spa offering massage treatments, an outdoor heated pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, and complimentary bicycle rentals. The resort features a ballroom for events and three meeting rooms, with additional facilities including a concierge desk, 24-hour front desk, safe-deposit box, and luggage storage. The property is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, restaurant, lounge, pool, and registration areas.
Dream Inn Santa Cruz sits 2.8 miles from University of California, Santa Cruz and 7.1 miles from Capitola Beach. San Jose International Airport is 26 miles away, with shuttle service available for $80 round-trip; San Francisco International Airport is 75 miles away with shuttle service for $110 round-trip. The property is situated by the ocean with a walkway to the water and nearby fishing opportunities. Overall guest rating stands at 4.5 out of 5 across 1,001 reviews.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM and extends to midnight; check-out is 11:00 AM. Service animals are welcome; pets are not permitted. Self and valet parking are available for a surcharge.
Location & nearby attractions
Cowell's Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Santa Cruz Wharf - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Pacific Avenue - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Cocoanut Grove - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Boardwalk Bowl - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Monterey Bay - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Sky Glider - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Lighthouse Point Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Neary Lagoon Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27.9 km / 17.4 mi
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 69.2 km / 43 mi
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 57.5 km / 35.7 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 63.7 km / 39.6 mi
The preferred airport for Dream Inn Santa Cruz is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
Rooms
Dining
Amenities & features
Getting here
26 Miles from San Jose (shuttle $80 R/T) 75 from San Francisco (Shuttle $110 R/T)
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Check-in & check-out
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available
Pet policy
Pets are welcome.
- No pets allowed. Service animals only.
Fees & policies
- Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $10 to 30.00 per person Uncovered self parking fee: $35 per night (in/out privileges) Uncovered valet parking fee: $40 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $100 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $30 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
Know before you go
- Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM.
- The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
Frequently asked questions
What are the check-in and check-out times at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Check-in starts at 4:00 PM - midnight. Check-out is by 11:00 AM.
Where is Dream Inn Santa Cruz located?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is located at 175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA, US.
What attractions are near Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer. Cowell's Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi Santa Cruz Main Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Santa Cruz Wharf - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center - 0.3 km / 0.2 mi Pacific Avenue - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi Cocoanut Grove - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Boardwalk Bowl - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 0.7 km / 0.5 mi Monterey Bay - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Sky Glider - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi Lighthouse Point Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Mimi De Marta Dog Park - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi Santa Cruz Surfing Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi Neary Lagoon Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi The nearest airports are: Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 27.9 km / 17.4 mi Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 69.2 km / 43 mi Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 57.5 km / 35.7 mi Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 63.7 km / 39.6 mi The preferred airport for Dream Inn Santa Cruz is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC).
How do I get to Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
26 Miles from San Jose (shuttle $80 R/T) 75 from San Francisco (Shuttle $110 R/T) Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
What dining options are available at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Grab a bite to eat at Jack O'Neill Restaurant, a beachfront restaurant which features a bar/lounge and an ocean view. You can also stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee.
What amenities does Dream Inn Santa Cruz offer?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz features amenities such as Bar & Lounge, Pool, Restaurant, Spa, Free Wi-Fi, Pet Friendly.
What are the rooms like at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Make yourself at home in one of the 165 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have hair dryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste.
Is Dream Inn Santa Cruz pet-friendly?
Yes, Dream Inn Santa Cruz is pet-friendly. No pets allowed. Service animals only.
What fees should I know about at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately $10 to 30.00 per person Uncovered self parking fee: $35 per night (in/out privileges) Uncovered valet parking fee: $40 per night (in/out privileges) Pet fee: $100 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are exempt from fees Rollaway bed fee: $30 per night The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
What should I know before staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?
Pool access available from 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM. The property allows pets in specific rooms only and has other pet restrictions (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can arrange to bring pets by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.