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Dream Inn

4.5(2,283)
Hotel

About

The Dream Inn is Santa Cruz’s only beachfront hotel, offering bright rooms and suites with private balconies overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the iconic Beach Boardwalk. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood event spaces with natural light and ocean views, creating a refreshing setting for meetings and gatherings.

Guests can enjoy the heated outdoor pool, tiki bar, and on-site dining featuring fresh seafood and local produce. The hotel’s proximity to downtown and the boardwalk makes it easy to blend business with coastal relaxation, while flexible event spaces accommodate groups up to 50 with turnkey hospitality service.

Best for

  • Oceanfront executive retreats & offsites
  • Client dinners with panoramic beach views
  • Multi-night group stays near Santa Cruz boardwalk

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Meeting

Custom request

Professional meeting space for your team — whether it's a meeting, training, workshop, or multi-day offsite. Half-day, full-day, or multi-day — with the option to request AV, catering, and your preferred room layout.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Room Block

Custom request

Reserve a block of rooms for your group — ideal for multi-day conferences, offsites, or any event where attendees are traveling from out of town.

What's typically included

  • Reserved guest rooms for your group
  • Flexible check-in & check-out dates
  • Negotiated group rates

Meeting + Room Block

Custom request

Bundle your meeting space and guest rooms in one request — perfect for multi-day offsites and conferences where the team meets by day and stays overnight.

What's typically included

  • Meeting room & layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology
  • Reserved guest rooms for your group

Venue Details

Standout features

Beachfront hotel on Santa Cruz Boardwalk
Location
Beachfront hotel on Santa Cruz Boardwalk
The only beachfront hotel in Santa Cruz, offering direct access to the beach and boardwalk with panoramic views of Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean from many rooms and event spaces.
Heated outdoor pool and hot tub with ocean views
Outdoor Amenities
Heated outdoor pool and hot tub with ocean views
A heated pool and spacious hot tub adjacent to the beach provide a relaxed setting for gatherings, complemented by poolside bar service and ample seating with towels provided.
Flexible meeting rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows
Event Spaces
Flexible meeting rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows
Event spaces feature large windows that flood rooms with natural light and offer spectacular ocean views, with options to close drapes for privacy or open them to showcase the beachfront setting.

At a glance

Rated 4.5 on Google · 2,283 reviews