Dream Inn Santa Cruz

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95060 US
View Map Reservations: +1-800-219-2797
4.0 Star Property Near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
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4.0/5

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  • Pool umbrellas
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Heated pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
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07/27/2026 - 07/28/2026
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Verified Reviews of Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Below are the verified reviews from guests that we have booked recently:
"Perfect visit"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Everyone was so nice and the hotel is great.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
25-Dec-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Wed Dec 24 to Fri Dec 26 2025 at a $269.99 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
I enjoyed the decor of the hotel the room we had, had a wonderful view of the ocean and the restaurant was great.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
13-Nov-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Mon Nov 10 to Tue Nov 11 2025 at a $288.99 average nightly rate.
"Best Birthday Weekend Ever!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Met friends and family three different times at Jack Oneills restaurant and the lunch and two dinners were all exceptional. The food, the staff, the ambiance made for fun times. Same for the hotel staff. Thanks for a great weekend!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
14-Sep-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Sat Sep 13 to Mon Sep 15 2025 at a $449.00 average nightly rate.
"Great place near fantastic beach, boardwalk and pier!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
Great place. Walked to the boardwalk and pier. Pool and beach areas are fantastic.
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
10-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 30 to Sun Jun 01 2025 at a $408.99 average nightly rate.
"Wonderful!"
Overall Score5.0/ 5
We loved everything about the Dream Inn, from our check in to our room, the pool, the location to the cool beach scene on the wall. Great vibe!
(Individual traveler, booked 1 room), from US flag
05-Jun-2025 Verified Review, stayed from Fri May 30 to Mon Jun 02 2025 at a $453.32 average nightly rate.

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Property Description

With a stay at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, you'll be centrally located in Santa Cruz, within a 5-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. This beach resort is 7.1 mi (11.4 km) from Capitola Beach and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from University of California, 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.

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.

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
Sky Glider - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Lighthouse Point Park - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Neary Lagoon Park - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Pacific Garden Mall - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Its Beach - 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Lighthouse Field State Beach - 1.4 km / 0.9 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).

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. This resort has 3 meeting rooms available for events. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages. If you're looking for recreational opportunities, you'll find an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this resort include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a ballroom.

Amenities / Features

  • Check In: 4:00 PM
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Number of meeting rooms - 3
  • Swimming pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Recycling
  • Heated pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Firepit
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Laundry facilities
  • Elevator
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Secured parking
  • Uncovered parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Uncovered parking
  • Banquet hall
  • Fishing nearby
  • Total number of rooms - 165
  • Number of floors - 10
  • Professional property host/manager
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • By ocean
  • Green Key Global
  • Ballroom
  • Food and water bowls
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Vending machine
  • Secured parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Meeting rooms
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Full-service spa
  • Walkway to water
  • Luggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Terrace
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • ATM/banking
  • Concierge services

Airport & Shuttle Information

26 Miles from San Jose (shuttle $80 R/T) 75 from San Francisco (Shuttle $110 R/T)

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Pet Friendly?

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Maximum number of pets per room 2

Pet max weight (per pet) in lb is 40

Pet max weight (per pet) in kg is 18

Service animals are allowed

Pets cannot be left unattended

Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Only dogs are allowed

Pets allowed

No pets allowed. Service animals only.

Misc Fees / Policies

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10.00 to 30.00 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 35 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 40.00 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.00 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • 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.

Cleaning Policies

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Essential workers only - NO

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