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.
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.
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.
Our 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!
Enhance 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.
Enjoy one of our delectable in-room amenities for your upcoming visit. Perfect for celebrating momentous occasions or simply indulging in some well-deserved luxury.
The Santa Cruz Wharf is a wharf in Santa Cruz, California, United States, known for fishing, boat tours, viewing sea lions, dining, nightlife and gift shops.
Steamer Lane is a famous surfing location in Santa Cruz, California. It is just off a point on the side of cliffs in the West Cliff residential area near downtown Santa Cruz, providing easy access and a good vantage point for viewing.
Natural Bridges State Beach is a 65-acre California state park in Santa Cruz, California in the United States. The park features a natural bridge across a section of the beach. It is also well known as a hotspot to see monarch butterfly migrations.
The Santa Cruz Wharf is a wharf in Santa Cruz, California, United States, known for fishing, boat tours, viewing sea lions, dining, nightlife and gift shops.
Natural Bridges State Beach is a 65-acre California state park in Santa Cruz, California in the United States. The park features a natural bridge across a section of the beach. It is also well known as a hotspot to see monarch butterfly migrations.
Steamer Lane is a famous surfing location in Santa Cruz, California. It is just off a point on the side of cliffs in the West Cliff residential area near downtown Santa Cruz, providing easy access and a good vantage point for viewing.
Natural Bridges State Beach is a 65-acre California state park in Santa Cruz, California in the United States. The park features a natural bridge across a section of the beach. It is also well known as a hotspot to see monarch butterfly migrations.
The summer fun spills out on to Cooper Street for this festive festival!
8 AM: Coffee and good vibes from local musicians
11 AM: Summer food starts being served for the rest of the event by the local restaurants and music continues
1-7 PM: Cooper Street will close for an exotic car show on the street and music continues
1-7 PM: Zany party games for the kids like oversized horseshoes and spin art you can take home
7:30 PM: Bars will close but the music continues
8 PM: the music will finally wrap up with the event
It’s a come-and-go-as-you-please kind of day with something for everyone—great food, live music, cool cars, quirky games, and the unbeatable energy of downtown Santa Cruz in summer.
This Fourth of July, take either the Redwood Forest Steam Train or the Santa Cruz Beach Train. Enjoy the nostalgic town of Roaring Camp for family-friendly activities, live music and a good ol’ American BBQ.
Fourth of July - Old Fashioned Independence Day at Wilder Ranch
All are welcome to join in an early 1900s-style Independence Day celebration! Join the parade through the ranch at high noon. Ongoing events include lawn games, and machine shop and blacksmith demos. There will be live music throughout the day, fresh baked goods and hand-cranked ice cream, living history demos, crafts, games, “The Star-Spangled Banner” sing-along, and more!
Free event. Vehicle day-use fee is $10. Hang on to that receipt! Once you have paid for parking at one State Park, it is good for all of them for the day. There are 14 in Santa Cruz County alone to explore!
Fourth of July - Firecracker Race at Harvey West Park
Its all here and waiting for just for you! The race is always held on July 4th in the morning! What a great way to kick off a holiday celebration of our nation’s Independence Day.
Runners on the 10K will be treated the the challenging “Thrill of the Hill” in Pogonip Park before topping out on the Spring Trail that winds through the beautiful meadow by UCSC before dropping down into the neighborhoods before returning to Harvey West Park.
5K Runners will face a flat and fast course contained completely in the Harvey West Business Park Area. The 5K course is Stroller, ADA and Wheelchair accessible.
Everyone ends up in beautiful Harvey West Park for great music, post-race gourmet hot dog bar and awards. You don’t want to miss this!
Whether you dance East Coast, West Coast, Lindy Hop, Charleston, Jitterbug, Balboa, Collegiate Shag or Blues you will find music, friends, and food while you improve your dancing digs!
All levels, and various styles plus a social dance with great ambiance are welcome! Come Join our fun community on Second Saturday evenings at the Santa Cruz Wharf stage (weather permitting)!
Movies on Main Beach: Ghostbusters (1984) - June 27th, 2025
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:
Movies on Main Beach: Wizard of Oz - July 25th, 2025
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:
Movies on Main Beach: Despicable Me 4 - August 4th, 2025
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:
Movies on Main Beach: the Goonies - August 8th, 2025
There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies right on the beach with the smell of kettle corn, corn dogs, and saltwater taffy filling the air! The Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk is welcoming back Movies on the Beach in front of the Colonnade near Neptune’s Kingdom. Bring the family and your blanket or low-back chair. Movies at the Beach are on Fridays beginning at 9pm from June 13 – August 8, 2025. Except for the 4th of July. See the full movie lineup below:
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Ribsys Nickel) - June 27th, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Hijinx) - July 18th, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Ripatti Rose Band) - July 25th, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Alwa Gordon | Silvandgold & Friends) - August 1st, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Alex Lucero Band) - August 8th, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Ancestree & Friends) - August 15th, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
Midtown Summer Block Party (Featuring Jive Machine) - August 22nd, 2025
Get ready, Santa Cruz—Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is back for its 5th year, and it’s bigger and better than ever!
Every Friday night from May 30 through August 29, we’re throwing the ultimate summer block party right in the heart of Midtown at 1111 Soquel Ave. It’s totally free, super family-friendly, and packed with a feeling of community. We’ve got over 16 of the most popular bands in Santa Cruz hitting the stage all summer long, plus a rotating lineup of some of the best local food trucks (yes, your favorites are back + some new ones!). You’ll also find tons of amazing local artists and makers, cool vendors, and all kinds of fun surprises. Whether you’re coming for the music, the food, or just to hang with your community, Event Santa Cruz Midtown Fridays Summer Block Party is the place to be. Let’s make this summer unforgettable!
8/1 Alwa Gordon / Silvandgold & Friends
8/8 Alex Lucero Band
8/15 Ancestree & Friends
8/22 Jive Machine
8/29Streetlight Records 50th Anniversary Party
8/29 Slow Gherkin
8/29 Voluntary Hazing
175 W Cliff Dr,
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 740-8069
