A Santa Cruz favorite for surfing, sunsets and the freshest seafood, the Dream Inn is a beloved local landmark on the historic Beach Boardwalk.
Whether you're looking for an adventurous outdoor excursion or a relaxing day by the beach, Santa Cruz has something to offer everyone.
Fresh seafood, produce from nearby organic farms, local wineries...it all comes together in menus that sparkle with flavor and originality.
The only beachfront hotel in Santa Cruz, the Dream Inn offers flexible space with floor-to-ceiling windows ideal for all types of meetings, weddings and events. Close the drapes to minimize distractions or open them to take advantage of the ample natural light and spectacular ocean views.
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A stylish oceanfront retreat, our Ocean View Beach Tower King guest room features sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
A stylish oceanfront retreat, our Ocean View Beach Tower King guest room features sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
A stylish oceanfront retreat, our Ocean View Beach Tower King guest room features sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
A stylish oceanfront retreat, our Ocean View Beach Tower King guest room features sliding glass doors to a private balcony.
Located on floors 5-7, our Ocean View Wave King guest room offers views of the sparkling Pacific, where rolling waves and endless blue horizons set the scene for a serene coastal escape.
Located on floors 5-7, our Ocean View Wave Two Queen guest room offers views of the sparkling Pacific, where rolling waves and endless blue horizons set the scene for a serene coastal escape.
Located on floors 8 - 10, our Ocean View Cloud King guest room offers views of Monterey Bay from a private balcony.
Located on floors 8 - 10, our Ocean View Cloud King guest room offers views of Monterey Bay from a private balcony.
Our stylish Ocean View Cathedral Executive Two Queen features a private balcony, two queen beds, and vaulted cathedral ceiling with fans. Bathrooms are equipped with a bathtub and detachable rain water shower head. Floor to ceiling window configuration varies by room.
Featuring a private furnished balcony and vaulted cathedral ceiling with fans, the spacious Ocean View Cathedral Executive King is perfect for a weekend getaway. Floor to ceiling window configuration varies by room.
The Dream Inn suite features a king-size bed, tub, fireplace, pullout sofa bed and two chairs. This suite boasts a private balcony overlooking the Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz municipal wharf and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
The Dream Inn suite features a king-size bed, tub, fireplace, pullout sofa bed and two chairs. This suite boasts a private balcony overlooking the Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz municipal wharf and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Our breezy, attractively furnished Ocean View West Cliff Suite features a plush king bed, private balcony with ocean views and queen sleeper sofa.
Our breezy, attractively furnished Ocean View West Cliff Suite features a plush king bed, private balcony with ocean views and queen sleeper sofa.
The Dream Inn suite features a king-size bed, tub, fireplace, pullout sofa bed and two chairs. This suite boasts a private balcony overlooking the Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz municipal wharf and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.
Overlooking our beachfront pool, the Ocean View Infinity Two Queen guest room features ocean views from a semi-private patio. Bathrooms are equipped with a bathtub with detachable rain water shower head.
Overlooking our beachfront pool, the Ocean View Infinity Two Queen guest room features ocean views from a semi-private patio. Bathrooms are equipped with a bathtub with detachable rain water shower head.
Enjoy a romantic getaway by accentuating your ocean view with a welcome bottle of champagne and more!
Reserve OnlineEnjoy 15% off our Best Available Rate with 3 nights or more, plus a $25 daily food and beverage credit!
ReserveOur traditional gift cards are valid at the Dream Inn and Jack O’Neill Restaurant and Lounge. Gift cards make the perfect gift - sent with your personalized message!
PurchaseEnhance your stay and explore our online Dream Shop! Perfect for celebrating special occasions - enjoy beach toys, stuffed animals, Dream Inn gear, and more! Your items will be delivered to your room upon arrival.
Shop NowEnjoy one of our delectable in-room amenities for your upcoming visit. Perfect for celebrating momentous occasions or simply indulging in some well-deserved luxury.
Learn MoreJoin us for the 8th annual Breakfast with Santa. Enjoy full ocean views, a breakfast buffet, a full bar (for the parents, not the elves), cookie decorating, arts & crafts, face painting, story time, a visit and songs with Santa, and a surprise Christmas story reading!
Tis’ the season for an evening of joy and holiday cheer inside The Grove: Santa Cruz Event Center! Enjoy exclusive time with Santa, cookie decorating, and a viewing of the iconic holiday movie How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
The Lighted Boat Parade features 50 beautifully decorated power and sailboats parading through the Santa Cruz Harbor. Limited viewing is available from the Murray Street bridge, from the East Harbor launch ramp, and from a variety of harbor paths. Charter boats are available.
The traditional holiday parade is the official kickoff for the winter holidays celebration. Bring the family or participate! The parade route starts at the intersection of Laurel Street and Pacific Avenue and ends at the intersection of Pacific Avenue and Water Street.
Check out hundreds of sweet hot rods, street rods, vintage, muscle, custom, and classic cars in the Boardwalk Parking Lot. Free admission!
Ms. Blue is back! The Great Blue Whale skeleton’s return to the Seymour Marine Discovery Center with a day of ocean discovery, hands-on activities, and family fun!
Tickets are on sale for Santa Cruz Shakespeare’s production of Charles Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, a festive holiday tradition for the whole family. audiences can expect a theatrical, music-filled adaptation of this classic play. Adapted by Charles Pasternak and directed by Alicia Gibson, A Christmas Carol stars Mike Ryan as Ebenezer Scrooge.
Artists set up their easels on the wharf, shore, and streets of beautiful Capitola, to paint live for four days. You’ll find hundreds of paintings on display, for sale, and entered into competition.
175 W Cliff Dr,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 740-8069
