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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

4-star Hotel with Outdoor pool

4 stars

175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

8.7
Very good

based on 1,401 reviews

$204
Rate

per night

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Provider
Nightly total
Standard room
Deluxe room
King room

About Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz

Cleanliness
9.0
Comfort
9.0
Location
9.7
Services
8.7
Staff
9.1
Value for money
7.7
Situated within walking distance of Santa Cruz Metro Bus Station, Dream Inn Santa Cruz provides guests with an ideal base while visiting Santa Cruz. It is a short walk from Santa Cruz Wharf and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, plus provides views of Monterey Bay Aquarium. A variety of premium services are available for guests of Dream Inn Santa Cruz, such as a concierge and an express check-in and check-out feature. It provides a Jacuzzi and free Wi-Fi, as well as a swimming pool. All the rooms at the hotel provide a refrigerator, an iPod docking station and a coffee maker. All offer a bathtub, an alarm clock and an in-room safe. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are prepared every day at Aquarius, specializing in seafood fare. Each evening, guests are able to wind down in the comfortable lounge bar. A choice of eating options are also found close by. San Jose International Airport is under a 45-minute drive from the hotel. Additionally, a range of places of interest are within easy reach.

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Dream Inn Santa Cruz room price & deals

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Double room
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King room
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Deluxe room
1 king bed
1 king bed
1 king bed
Superior room
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 queen beds
Queen room
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
2 queen beds
Executive room
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2 queen beds
Standard room
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*Total includes estimated local taxes & fees payable on check out.
Prices are based on 1 night, not including taxes and fees

Hotel Amenities & Facilities

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

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 center
  • Concierge service
  • Safety deposit box
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Mini-market on site
  • Room service
  • Express check-out
  • 24hr 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 rental
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing

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

  • Increased accessibility
  • Elevator
  • No smoking

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Alarm clock
  • Wardrobe or closet

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Cribs available

Dream Inn Santa Cruz Reviews

8.7
Very goodBased on 1,401 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Staff were amazing & helpful. (in 142 reviews)
  • Great option in Santa Cruz! (in 15 reviews)
  • Walking distance from most things! (in 20 reviews)
Cons -
  • "The valet parking was cramped, and small" (in 33 reviews)
  • Really really hard to lock sliding glass door. (in 2 reviews)
  • Room service dinner was poor. (in 9 reviews)


Dream Inn Santa Cruz room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 4:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Dream Inn Santa Cruz compare to other 4 star hotels in Santa Cruz?

    In Santa Cruz, 4 star hotels have average nightly rates of $302. Dream Inn Santa Cruz is $23 cheaper than the city average at just $279/night.

  • How far is Dream Inn Santa Cruz from Monterey Regional?

    If you're looking to go directly from Monterey Regional to Dream Inn Santa Cruz, expect a 1h 23min drive as they are around 27.8 mi apart.

  • What is the best way to get to Dream Inn Santa Cruz from Monterey Regional?

    If you intend on renting a car to travel from Monterey Regional to the hotel, you will have peace of mind knowing that Dream Inn Santa Cruz offers parking on site. Car rentals in the area typically go for $29/day for a base model rental. A very popular option for travelers staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz would be to take a taxi or ridesharing service from Monterey Regional directly to the hotel.

  • Are there food options at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?

    Guests staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz are welcomed by hotel staff to order room service directly from the kitchen to their room.

  • Does Dream Inn Santa Cruz have a pool?

    Dream Inn Santa Cruz does have a pool on site that hotel guests may use. Be advised that hotels typically have rules associated with pool usage. momondo would advise you to check with the front desk before taking a swim.

  • How close is Dream Inn Santa Cruz to Santa Cruz city center?

    The city center nearest to Dream Inn Santa Cruz is Santa Cruz, which is 0.9 mi away from the hotel’s front door. There, you can find Nickelodeon Theatre, which is a popular sight in the area.

  • Does Dream Inn Santa Cruz have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Dream Inn Santa Cruz has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Dream Inn Santa Cruz?

    Standard check-out time at Dream Inn Santa Cruz is 11:00 AM. Guests can check in after 4:00 PM.

  • How much is a room at Dream Inn Santa Cruz?

    Depending on the room type you prefer and your travel dates, the cost will differ. Average price per night at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz is $481, but you may find great deals as low as $217. You can find rates for your trip in the form above.

  • Is there laundry service in Dream Inn Santa Cruz?

    Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz.

  • What is the distance from Dream Inn Santa Cruz, Santa Cruz to Museum of Art and History?

  • Is Nickelodeon Theatre, Santa Cruz close to Dream Inn Santa Cruz?

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Places of interest near Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Attractions in Santa Cruz, California curated by momondo

Dream Inn Santa Cruz location: 175 West Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Top landmarks

Santa Cruz Main Beach0.3 mi
Undertow Roller Coaster0.4 mi
Kuumbwa Jazz Center0.6 mi
Santa Cruz Looff Carousel and Roller Coaster0.6 mi
Santa Cruz Surfing Museum0.7 mi
Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History0.9 mi

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