Guests enjoy a year-round outdoor splash pool, children's pool, and spa tub. A staircase leads from the sundeck down to Cowell's Beach, which offers some of the best surfing in the area; its medium-sized, frequently occurring waves are especially good for beginners. Equipment rentals and lessons are available on the beach, and the hotel provides surf equipment storage.
More surfing is available a mile away at Steamer's Lane, where the waves are bigger and better for more advanced surfers. Monterey Bay is known for its sportfishing, kayaking, and sailing. The Aptos/Seascape Golf Course is 10 miles from the hotel.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or near the hotel; fees may apply.
Unwind on the spacious Santa Cruz beachfront pool deck with a refreshing beverage from our full-service seasonal pool bar. Featuring a pool, spa and a children’s wading pool, there’s something for everyone at the Dream Inn Santa Cruz. Take in breathtaking sunsets from your balcony, watch the surfers, and let the peaceful sound of the ocean waves lull you to sleep.
Santa Cruz Wine Tasting
Taste great wines in Santa Cruz - including Bonny Doon, Cinnabar, Storrs, Bargetto, Ahlgren and more. The Santa Cruz climate and soils produce vintages that rival the best of Europe.
Seymour Marine Discovery Center
The Seymour Marine Discovery Center is a working marine laboratory with exhibit halls, aquariums and touch tanks. It is part of the Joseph M. Long Marine Laboratory, a research and education facility of the University of California, Santa Cruz.
Kayak from the Wharf
Rent a kayak from Venture Quest Kayaking at the Santa Cruz Wharf and paddle into the wildlife-rich waters of the Monterey Bay, near the Santa Cruz coast.
The Dream Inn Santa Cruz, a Joie de Vivre Boutique Hotel, is currently upgrading its children’s wading pool. The previous wading pool has been removed and construction on a new one will begin in November 2012. During the months of May-November 2012 the children's wading pool will not be available.
The hotel apologizes for this inconvenience, but we know that the new ADA compliant children's wading pool, when completed, will be a much appreciated addition to our pool facilities.
- Golfing nearby
- Surfing/boogie boarding nearby
- Boat launch nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Volleyball nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Swimming on site