Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4 stars
175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States
Santa Cruz, CA
8,8
Very good
based on 1522 reviews
1 522 reviews
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Wed 13/5
1 room, 2 guests
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Deluxe room
R3 381
Standard Room
R3 708
Double room
R4 359
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Overview

Spend the day relaxing on the beach or pampering yourself at Dream Inn Santa Cruz's full-service spa. Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers 165 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Rooms open to balconies. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. This Santa Cruz resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily. Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool. Children under 15 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
8,8
Very good rating
Based on 1 522 verified guest reviews

Latest deals for Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Tue 12/5
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Wed 13/5
Superior room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R5 226
nightly with VAT
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1 king bed
R5 356
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
R5 857
nightly with VAT
Deluxe room
No inclusions
1 king bed
R3 381
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 588
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
1 king bed
R4 096
nightly with VAT
Executive room
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R5 390
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R5 857
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R8 604
nightly with VAT
Standard Room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R3 708
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 341
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R4 773
nightly with VAT
King room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 731
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R5 670
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R7 403
nightly with VAT
Double room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R4 359
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R5 259
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R6 445
nightly with VAT
Queen room
No inclusions
bed type unknown
R5 793
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R5 814
nightly with VAT
No inclusions
2 queen beds
R6 196
nightly with VAT
*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, including VAT but not including other taxes and fees.

Amenities at Dream Inn Santa Cruz

  • Outdoor pool
  • Beachfront
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Valet parking
  • Business centre

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Coffee machine
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Vending machine (snacks)

Services and conveniences

  • ATM on-site
  • Business centre
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24-hour front desk

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned

General

  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Fireplace
  • Sea view
  • Telephone
  • Storage available

Things to do

  • Hiking
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach chairs
  • Balcony
  • Outdoor fireplace

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Safe

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Parking and transportation

  • Parking
  • Valet parking
  • Private parking

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Smartphone dock

Accessibility and suitability

  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Reviews of Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8,8
Very good
1522 verified ratings
Wonderful
984
Very good
224
Good
155
Okay
48
Fair
53
Mediocre
25
Poor
33

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests generally appreciated the hotel's prime location, friendly and helpful staff, and comfortable rooms with good views. The pool, beach access, and amenities were also positively noted. Some guests mentioned issues with room condition and pricing, but overall the hotel was seen as a pleasant place to stay with great atmosphere and service.
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Location10 out of 10
Service8.5 out of 10
Cleanliness7.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort7 out of 10
Room Size6.5 out of 10
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10
Wonderful
Robin, Mar 2026
Great spot with great staff. Two questions: why no recycling, and no microwave?
10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Oct 2022
Place is great. Furniture in the room is showing it’s age so there’s some wear n tear going on aside from that good times
8.0
Very good
Anonymous, Jun 2020
Pros (+) The amazing view and comfy king size bed!
Cons (-) Better communication between staff. Went down to the pool and had a bunch of people from the balconies yelling at me to get out because a kid had pooped in it earlier. There wasn’t anything saying the...
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10
Wonderful
David, Jun 2020
Pros (+) Great ocean view!
Cons (-) Nothing. Perfect experience!
9.4
Wonderful
Ambyr, Apr 2019
Pros (+) What breakfast? And bed was good
Cons (-) The price is way to high. But I guess
5.4
Fair
Anonymous, Sept 2017
Pros (+) The room was good size, nice design, beautiful view and nice pool
Cons (-) Hair in the bathroom, very dated, hallway carpet smells, iron baby crib. Could have spent the money in a better place elsewhere, I was expecting something better for this price.
8.2
Very good
Anonymous, Apr 2017
Pros (+) The customer service is superior, the location is ideal. The room looked nice just a couple minor areas things needed to be addressed. TV did not work and the cleaning crew needed to revisit our room....
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9.4
Wonderful
Anonymous, Mar 2017
Pros (+) The staff was really helpful and kind. The view is gorgeous and it's close to everything. The room was clean and upgraded.
Cons (-) There was still some renovations going on an it was very confusing when trying to find our way around the facility.
6.5
Okay
Anonymous, Sept 2016
Pros (+) I like the location and the service.
Cons (-) This hotel at $600/night is wildly overpriced. It should be $250-300 at most. I didn't even get free parking (had to pay $25/day) even though I was completely ripped off. Unfortunately I had no other ...
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10
Wonderful
Anonymous, Jul 2016
Pros (+) great view, awesome pool and restaurant, perfect location

Location

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

What's nearby

  • Cocoanut Grove0.5 km
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach0.5 km
  • Undertow Roller Coaster0.7 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk0.8 km
  • Santa Cruz Wharf0.9 km
  • Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.9 km
  • Santa Cruz Surfing Museum1.1 km
  • Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History1.4 km
  • Hinds House1.4 km
  • Museum of Art and History1.5 km
  • Mission Santa Cruz1.9 km

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Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 16:00, check out anytime before 11:00

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FAQs when booking at Dream Inn Santa Cruz

  • What kind of event spaces are available at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel?

    The hotel boasts a total of three event spaces, all on one level, which are the perfect fit for a wide range of events. Regardless of whether you want to celebrate your wedding, hold a business meeting, or party off at your birthday – here you will find the space. The Surf View room offers splendid views of the ocean and has direct access to the pool deck. With its 1623 sq ft it’s the perfect place for bigger events and social gatherings. For a more private meeting setting, rooms like The Cove with seats for 6-12 people offer the ideal setting.

  • How much is parking at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel?

    For parking at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz, you have two options: self-parking or valet parking. Either way, a parking fee of $25 + tax is incurred per night and per vehicle for the nearby parking lot. In/out privileges apply for hotel guests.

  • What is the quickest way to get from Mineta San Jose International Airport to the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel?

    Mineta San Jose is the closest airport to the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel and only a 45m car ride away. Travel the 35 mi via the CA-17 Southbound to reach the hotel. Even though public transport is also available, it is not recommended to travel publicly, as it takes over 2h to get to the hotel.

  • Are there any recreational classes to take at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel?

    If the ocean and pools do not give enough incentive to sculpt your body, you can also attend pool deck yoga classes offered by the hotel. During the summer months (from June to August), yoga sessions take place on Wednesdays and Saturdays at 9:00 am under the sun (dates and place are subject to change). This way you can start your day by cleansing your mind and working out your body. Inquire at the hotel reception desk for sign-up and details.

  • Do children’s beds/cribs come at an additional charge at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel?

    Children under the age of 18 are free to stay with their parents, provided no extra bed is required. Free-of-charge cribs are also provided for infants aged 0-1. Additional beds for children cost $32 per person and per night.

  • Is the outdoor pool at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz heated and when is it open?

    The outdoor pool is heated to 80 °F and the hot tub to a relaxing and comfortable 104 °F for the ultimate bubble experience. Splashing around in the outdoor pool, dosing on the sun loungers, or nibbling pool snacks is possible daily from 7:00 am to 10:00 pm.

  • Are there laundry services provided by the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel?

    Laundry as well as dry-cleaning and ironing services are provided Monday to Friday by the Dream Inn Santa Cruz hotel for an additional charge. Also note that the laundry services will take place off-site and will therefore require up to 24h until your clean clothes can be returned to you. (Prices checked 17/05/19).

  • Where is Dream Inn Santa Cruz located?

    Dream Inn Santa Cruz is located at 175 West Cliff Drive, 1,5 km from the centre of Santa Cruz. Cocoanut Grove is the closest landmark to Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?

    Check-in time is 16:00 and check-out time is 11:00 at Dream Inn Santa Cruz.

  • Does Dream Inn Santa Cruz offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is Dream Inn Santa Cruz from the airport?

    Dream Inn Santa Cruz is 44,7 km from Monterey Regional. Dream Inn Santa Cruz is 45,3 km from San Jose.

  • Does Dream Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

    Yes, Dream Inn Santa Cruz has a pool on-site.

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Distance to airport

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1,5 km
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