About Us

The Sea & Sand Inn sign
Fire pit and ocean view at the Sea & Sand Inn
ABOUT SEA & SAND INN

Directly above the ocean on West Cliff Drive

We want every guest to have a special experience at the Sea & Sand and enjoy their time in Santa Cruz. Our magnificent location sits directly above the ocean, benefiting from the cool sea breeze, within easy walking distance of the Santa Cruz Wharf and Beach Boardwalk. Many nearby attractions, shops and restaurants are close by, and we're minutes to golf, water sports, fishing, sailing charters and state parks.

Amenities & Services

From hot breakfast to wine and cheese at sunset, here's what's included with every stay at the Sea & Sand.

An Oceanfront View from Every Room

Every room looks out over Monterey Bay, toward the Wharf and the Boardwalk.

Ocean view from Sea & Sand Inn in Santa Cruz

Complimentary Hot Breakfast

Enjoy scrambled eggs, country potatoes, bacon, sausage, and more!

Hot breakfast served to guests at Sea & Sand Inn

Wine & Cheese Afternoons

Wine and cheese from 5:30pm–6:30pm, and fresh baked cookies and refreshments daily from 3pm–5pm.

Wine and cheese plate for guests at Sea & Sand Inn

Spa Rooms & Hot Tub Suites

Spa rooms available, and suites with hot tubs on private patios overlooking the ocean.

Cottage suite with private hot tub at Sea & Sand Inn

Fireplace in Every Room

Every room has a fireplace and mini refrigerator, plus complimentary Wi-Fi.

Guest room with gas fireplace at Sea & Sand Inn

Cooled by the Sea Breeze

Directly above the ocean, so rooms stay cool without air conditioning.

Pacific Ocean waves near Sea & Sand Inn

Your oceanfront escape starts here.