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175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060

Dream Inn Santa Cruz - A beachfront hotel with oceanfront dining, heated pool, and panoramic views of Monterey Bay

Located directly on Cowell Beach, this iconic Santa Cruz hotel features 165 air-conditioned rooms with private balconies overlooking Monterey Bay. Each accommodation includes iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs, rainfall showers, laptop-sized safes, and premium coffee makers. The property houses Jack O'Neill Restaurant & Lounge, serving locally-sourced seafood and coastal cuisine. A heated outdoor pool and hot tub provide beachfront relaxation, while complimentary beach cruiser bikes facilitate exploration. Three flexible event spaces span 3,500 square feet with floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing views of the wharf and coastline. The hotel sits 0.5 miles from Santa Cruz Wharf and 0.5 miles from the Beach Boardwalk, with Pacific Garden Mall 1 mile away.

Dream Inn Santa Cruz: Pros

- Direct beach access with unobstructed ocean views from every room - Three event spaces with panoramic bay vistas and outdoor patio options - Complimentary amenities include beach cruisers, Wi-Fi, and pool access - Walking distance to major attractions including the wharf and boardwalk

Dream Inn Santa Cruz: Cons

- 34 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport - Limited parking options in the immediate area

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Deluxe Queen Room
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345 sq. feet 
Bed options:
2 King Size Beds
Sea view
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Balcony
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Queen Room
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345 sq. feet 
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Sea view
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345 sq. feet 
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Getting around

Discover available transportation options for smooth travel around the city

City Center
Santa Cruz4000 ft
Airports
Mineta San Jose International (SJC) 34.0 mi
Monterey Peninsula (MRY) 42.6 mi
Bus
Bus stop400 ft

Facilities

Hotel has comfortable rooms, premium services, and a prime downtown location

General

  • No smoking on site
  • Wi-Fi
  • Parking
  • Safe deposit box
  • 24-hour reception
  • Express check-in/ -out
  • No pets allowed
  • Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
  • Security
  • Baggage storage
  • Elevator
  • 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
  • Stores/Commercial services
  • Welcome drink
  • Happy hour

Dining

  • Restaurant
  • Snack bar
  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Special diet menus

Business

  • Meeting/ Banquet facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying

Children

  • Cribs

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
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Location

175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060
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175 W Cliff Dr, Santa Cruz, California, United States of America, 95060
Nearby
Harbor
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
FireFish Grill
2200 ft
25 Municipal Wharf
South Beach Pizza Company
1700 ft
303 Beach St
Riva Fish House
2200 ft
31 Municipal Wharf
Gilberts On The Wharf
2100 ft
460 Municipal Wharf
Splash
2800 ft
49A Municipal Wharf
Stagnaro Bros Seafood
3800 ft
Municipal Wharf
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