Location. The Dream Inn is the most well-located hotel in Santa Cruz, and arguably one of the most well-position hotels on the coast. It has oceanfront views, a private beach, and a beachfront pool.

La Bahia Hotel & Spa will occupy a beachfront site near the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. It was previously home to several apartments and a small hotel. The property dates back to 1926; a bell ...

The California chain has restaurants in four other cities in the state: Anaheim, Brea, Corona and Laguna Beach. The Crow's Nest in Santa Cruz took the No. 8 spot on the list. The iconic restaurant ...