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Hotel Overview
Great Anniversary Stay
My husband and I have wanted to stay at the Dream Inn for about 25 years and finally on our 48th...
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Picture Framer
- May 12, 2012
Great hotel, but---
The hotel is a rat maze trying to find the beach door, the stairs which lead to the pool and then...
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bambi1946
- Apr 29, 2012
Retro chic beachfront surf city resort on the sand
Only in Santa Cruz is retro so cool. Instead of tearing down this 1960s relic, hoteliers embraced and retrofitted the 10-story property fronting Cowell's longboard wave as a chic boutique hotel in 2008. The only beachfront pool in Santa Cruz, fresh seafood and a flashy drink menu capture the free-spirited personality of this beach town while making it one of the coolest places to sleep on the northern Cali coast. All rooms view Monterey Bay. A set of binoculars comes in each room to help guests spot sea lions. Walk to the pier and Beach Boardwalk.
Santa Cruz Dream Inn, a Joie de Vivre Hotel Rooms
- Ocean View Queen
- These guest rooms offer two queen size beds. All guest rooms boast a beautiful Oceanfront view with a private balcony. All units are Equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, iron/ironing board and an in room safe.
- Tower Suite
- Corner room have a bedroom with a king bed and queen sofa-bed in the living room and 2 TV's View of Monterey Bay, the Santa Cruz municipal wharf, and the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
- Ocean View King
- These guest rooms offer one king bed. All guest rooms boast a beautiful Oceanfront view with a private balcony. All units are Equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, iron/ironing board and an in room safe.
- Standard Room
- These guest rooms offer one king bed or two queen size beds. All guest rooms boast a beautiful Oceanfront view with a private balcony. All units are Equipped with a refrigerator, coffee maker, iron/ironing board and an in room safe.
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Hotel Map
- Area served
- Santa Cruz, CA
- Nearby airports
- (SJC)San Jose Airport (SFO)San Francisco Airport
- Area description
- Located near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, the Giant Dipper Roller Coaster, Municipal Wharf, UCSC, Longs Marine Lab, Henry Cowell's Redwood State Park, Ocean Beaches and downtown Santa Cruz.
Amenities
- Bar/Lounge
- Business center
- Concierge
- Conference Facilities
- Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
- High-speed Internet
- Internet Access
- Meeting/Banquet Facilities
- No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
- Outdoor Pool
- Parking
- Pool
- Restaurant
- Room Service
- Wireless Internet
Hotel Policies
- Check-in:
- 1600
- Check-out:
- 1100
Terms and conditions
Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.
The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.
Guest Reviews (67)
Ratings and reviews for Santa Cruz Dream Inn, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
- All travelers (67) 4 / 5
- Couples (35) 4.1 / 5
- Families (25) 4.1 / 5
- Friends (3) 3.7 / 5
- Singles (3) 3.3 / 5
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4.5
- Hotel staff:
- 4.5
- Room comfort:
- 4.3
- Location:
- 4.9
- Value:
- 3.6
90%
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Reviewer score
Would recommend
Picture Framer
Great Anniversary Stay
My husband and I have wanted to stay at the Dream Inn for about 25 years and finally on our 48th wedding anniversary we made it. Everyone at the hotel was great and we even got a piece of very decadent Chocolate cake ( on the house). What a wonderful location and great staff. Also very nice to have valet parking. We will do it again! (and not wait so long)
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Dining tip:
Short walk from hotel
Great fresh seafood
Reviewer score
Would recommend
bambi1946
Great hotel, but---
The hotel is a rat maze trying to find the beach door, the stairs which lead to the pool and then to the beach are steep, not friendly to someone with a bad back or anyother disability
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
no sweat
Our stay
very much enjoyable by both of us. The rooms are very good
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
Packrat forever
View was fantastic; price was outrageous
Room was nice, clean, great view of the ocean. Valet service was very good. However the price for the room was very high and the only amenity (sp?) was coffee in the room. No continental breakfast or anything like that. Hotel advertises on website that they have boogie boards to LOAN to customers. Grandson went to borrow one and they said it was broken and that was the only one they had. Man was pulled from pool -- don't know if he suffered heart attack or what, but no one on staff performed CPR; guests that were around the pool pulled the man out and performed CPR. Staff was not organized as far as calling 911 immediately and overall the situation was not handled properly. Hotel is close to Boardwalk, however you have to walk up a pretty steep hill to get to and from the Boardwalk. I don't think I would stay at this hotel again.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 1
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 3
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 4
- Value:
- 1
Sightseeing tip:
Long walk from hotel
Boardwalk up and down steep hill
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Avid traveler
Amazing hotel
The hotel was great and the location was perfect. Hotel has a fantastic pool and spa overlooking the ocean. Hotel has its own access to the beach. Rooms were beautiful with the most amazing views of the ocean, wharf, and boardwalk. Simply amazing. Restuarant onsite was good..a little pricey for the quality but a nice environment. The only draw back was the room location. We had room (327) which was nice but right accross from the ice machine and laundry room. We intended to sleep in being that we had no children with us but that was not an option being right next to the ice machine and laundry room. Hotel was great just wish they would have taken our request for a great anniversery room a little more to heart in regards to our room location.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 3
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Sightseeing tip:
Short walk from hotel
Boarwalk
Reviewer score
Would recommend
jon
very nice hotel
valet parking, hotel is very nice and their restaurant is fantastic, we had a perfect breakfast. hotel is actually on the beach which is great. we will stay here again, but it's actually too expensive, $ 200 per night should cover it in the off-season, We were there April 23th. we paid $ 280 all-in
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Silvery
Close to Boardwalk
Great location for 1/2 marathon. Room was clean, great view. If you can sleep with the ongoing crashing waves then its fabulous. It seems like the better place to stay in comparison to other hotels near by. Location was ideal.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 3
- Room cleanliness:
- 4
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 4
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Bay Area Dweller
What a View
I had always wanted to stay at the Dream Inn and it was as great as I had imagined. The ocean view from the room is the best view in Santa Cruz. The staff was polite and helpful. The accommodations modern and spartan. I only wish there was a bathtub, but I figured that was to save water. I would have given it five stars if it weren't so expensive. But definitely worth it for one night.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 5
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 4
Money-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
It's easy enough to park your own car in the neighborhood if you feel inclined.
Reviewer score
Would not recommend
FriendNamedFred
DISAPPOINTING, and DIRTY
Bathroom smelled like urine, but that was just the smell of the water. The black mold in the shower, on the other hand, was totally unacceptable.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 2
- Room cleanliness:
- 1
- Hotel staff:
- 4
- Room comfort:
- 2
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 1
Entertainment tip:
Short drive from hotel
Go see TRUTH & SALVAGE CO
Reviewer score
Would recommend
Kingfisher
I might think about staying there again.
They did allow me to check in a bit earlier than 4pmThey did put a $100.00 hold on my card (I didn't like that surprise)I got a $25.00 food credit for the restaurant [...] -Thank you. (Room service is 19% surcharge with 9.5% tax and $3.00 fee off the top)Fish and chips were good and was about $15.00My room was nice it had a tub, one suite had only had a shower and the shower head hurt I was told.The shower head in my room was fine.No free breakfast meal and no gym but a great pool and jacuzzi (I didn't take my swim suit though, weather was suppose to be cold)Weather was actually sunny and bright. Annual Clam Chowder contest in town, that was cool!The ocean view was nice, one microwave on alternate floors. Ice Machines on alternate floors. I think it was overpriced - but did have flat screen tvs. Robes, stylish settings, but if you had a suite and plan on sleeping on a sofa bed in the suite don't get the room by the elevator (you will hear it for a bit)I think I will stay at the Ramada next time a round.
Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
- Amenities:
- 4
- Room cleanliness:
- 5
- Hotel staff:
- 5
- Room comfort:
- 5
- Location:
- 5
- Value:
- 3
Time-saving tip:
Short walk from hotel
If you live in San Franciso Take Caltrans at 4th and Townsend to San Jose Station stop cost $8.50 Then spend $5.00 for the #17 bus that will take you to the metro station in Santa Cruz.
