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Dreaming For 60 Years

A Santa Cruz favorite for surfing, sunsets and the freshest seafood, the Dream Inn has been the beloved local landmark for 60 years. Effortlessly captivating longtime guests with its colorful retro-chic style while delighting newcomers who appreciate modern services and amenities, this full-service beachfront hotel features 165 guest rooms (all with ocean views), an outdoor pool steps from the sand, and state-of-the-art meeting and event space for up to 200 guests. Come celebrate 60 years of Santa Cruz Hospitality.

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Santa Cruz,
California

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Reasons to Stay

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Nature at its Finest

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view of property, beach, ocean and pier
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four young women sitting on beach laughing with surfboards behind them
Quality Time

Reasons to Stay

little cute coffee shop with blue wall, floating shelves and a beach cruiser bike with flowers in handlebar basket
Refreshing Amenities

Reasons to Stay

rocky cliff on beach with rocky sand and greenery, blue skies
Nature at its Finest

Reasons to Stay

view of property, beach, ocean and pier
Location Location Location!

Reasons to Stay

four young women sitting on beach laughing with surfboards behind them
Quality Time

Reasons to Stay

little cute coffee shop with blue wall, floating shelves and a beach cruiser bike with flowers in handlebar basket
Refreshing Amenities

Give the gift of surf, sun and fun

As a thoughtful gift, or as a distinctive way to say thank you, our Dream Inn Gift Cards are the perfect gesture. Our traditional gift cards are valid at the Dream Inn and Jack O’Neill Restaurant & Lounge.

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Reviews

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This place is the quintessential beach hotel! laid back attitude and yet still efficient check in staff; timely valet parking; spacious rooms; balconies with couple of chairs to enjoy the view; nice hot tub and pool below; and walking beach; walking distancing to Santa Cruz boardwalk; and upscale restaurant on site! def plan to return!
quote icon - Chertravelgirl
- Based on over 1200 reviews
Awesome location, closed to the wharf and the boardwalk. Hotel is right on the ocean, it's so nice to wake up to the sound of waves. My children loved the pool it's nice & warm. Staff was very nice & friendly they assisted me with AC , I was also assisted with TV set up.
quote icon - Rocio0304
- Based on over 1200 reviews
We have stayed here every summer for the last three years, and it has become our families' favorite vacation destination. The place is simply amazing, location can't be beat, and wonderful staff. We will continue to go to the Dream Inn until the Apocalypse.
quote icon - Erick T
- Based on over 1200 reviews
I’ve been coming to the Dream Inn for many years with my mom and sisters. This year 2020 we could not go because of the pandemic. Yesterday the hotel opened. So my husband and I decided to come for a visit (he had never been here). Being an essential worker.. I’m a registered Nurse in a bay area ICU. I was very nervous. It was our first trip out since COVID. I wanted to say that the Dream Inn did an excellent job. The hotel was very clean. Mask were enforced. Social distancing signs were everywhere. My nerves were quickly calmed. Thank you Dream Inn staff for another amazing visit. I will be back.
quote icon - Jennifer K.
- Based on over 1200 reviews
Good family room - only stayed a night but would love to have stayed longer - kids loved it. Pool and fire pits a nice way to finish day - close to the pier. Farmers market a foodie delight - best oysters.
quote icon - garyaO3579LT
- Based on over 1200 reviews
Very nice hotel just in front of the beach. Walking distance to the Pier with many options of restaurants and shops. There is a nice pool. Room is big and very clean. Ask for a room with ocean view, it is great.
quote icon - marciarenatat
- Based on over 1200 reviews

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