THE BABBLING BROOK INN SANTA CRUZ, Santa Cruz
Hotel Details
The Babbling Brook Inn - Historic 3-star Santa Cruz hotel with garden views and private fireplaces in a converted 1796 mill
Nestled in a converted corn grist mill from 1796, this boutique Santa Cruz hotel features 13 individually designed rooms with fireplaces, featherbeds, and private bathrooms equipped with signature toiletries. Located on Laurel Street between California and Walti Streets, The Babbling Brook Inn offers garden-view balconies overlooking a working waterwheel and flowing brook through landscaped grounds. Each room includes a flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels, sitting area, and artwork from renowned painters. Most accommodations provide views of the gardens and brook, with select rooms featuring spa or jetted tubs. Guests start their day with hot dishes like quiche or pancakes. The property sits 1 mile from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Museum of Natural History, with Pasatiempo Golf Club 3 miles away. Babbling Brook Inn is positioned 34 miles from Mineta San Jose International Airport and within walking distance to downtown shops, restaurants, and museums.
The Babbling Brook Inn: Pros
- Originally built as a corn grist mill in 1796, offering unique historic character - Working waterwheel and flowing brook through landscaped gardens - Each room individually decorated with works by renowned artists like Monet and Renoir - 17-minute walk through Victorian neighborhoods to downtown attractions
The Babbling Brook Inn: Cons
- 34 miles distance from nearest major airport - Limited off-street parking available
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Facilities
General
- Non-smoking property
- Free Wi-Fi
- Parking
- Reception
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Baggage storage
Services
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Newspaper service
Dining
- Breakfast
- Coffee/Tea in lobby
- Free breakfast
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Garden area
Room features
- Terrace
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- Telephone
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
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