This 3-story Victorian home operates as a family-run hotel perched on a bluff, directly opposite Cowell's Beach. It offers guests a complimentary breakfast buffet, as well as evening wine and hors d'oeuvres. Located in Santa Cruz, California, the inn is within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk. Free parking is available for guests.
Should you book West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn?
A charming Victorian hotel experience with direct beach access and complimentary refreshments.
Best for
- Beach proximity
- Complimentary breakfast
- Free parking
Maybe not ideal for
- Limited on-site dining options
Victorian setting
This 3-story property is a Victorian home situated on a bluff. It overlooks Cowell's Beach, providing scenic views and easy access to the coastline and nearby attractions.
In-room comforts
Rooms feature fireplaces and marble-tile bathrooms. Modern amenities include MP3 players and wall-mounted flat-panel TVs for guest convenience.
Complimentary treats
Guests can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet to start their day. In the evenings, the inn provides complimentary wine and hors d'oeuvres for guests to enjoy.
Rooms & rates
What you'll enjoy
Gallery
Amenities & facilities
Most popular facilities
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Cycling
- Free Wifi
- Baggage storage
- Express check-in/out
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tour desk
- Facilities for disabled guests
Great for your stay
- Parking
- Private bathroom
- Free Wifi
- Free parking
- Non-smoking rooms
- Flat-screen TV
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Windsurfing
Private bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bath or shower
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Bathrobe
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
Kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Refrigerator
Location
174 W Cliff Drive, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, United States, Santa Cruz, California
West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn is located in Santa Cruz, California.
5 sights nearby, the closest being Cowell Beach at 0.1 mi; the nearest train station, Beach Station (Santa Cruz), is 0.6 mi away.
Things to do nearby
- Cowell Beachbeach0.1 mi
- Neary Lagoon Wildlife Refugenature reserve0.3 mi
- Undertowattraction0.4 mi
- Looff Carouselattraction0.5 mi
- Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalktheme park0.5 mi
Getting around
- Beach Station (Santa Cruz)train station0.6 mi
- Swift Halttrain station1.3 mi
Straight-line distances from the property · data © OpenStreetMap contributors
What guests say
8.8 / 10 · Very good on Booking.com, from 244 guest reviews
West Cliff Inn earns strong praise for its excellent house-made breakfast, prime walkable location near the wharf and boardwalk, and the elegant charm of its lovingly restored historic building. The most consistent complaint across multiple guests is the absence of air conditioning, which can make rooms uncomfortably warm on warmer days, while smaller gripes include a wine reception that feels underpar for a wine-country property. Overall guest sentiment is very positive, with most visitors highlighting the inn as a polished, characterful stay.
Reviews scoring 9–10: 25 · average 9.7
They wrote about: breakfast, location, room
Reviews scoring 7–9: 5 · average 8
They wrote about: room, breakfast, comfort
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Good to know
House rules
- Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
- Check-out
From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM
- Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
- Pets
Pets are not allowed.
- Groups
When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
- Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
- Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.
Frequently asked questions
What is the hotel's location?
The hotel is located in Santa Cruz, California, on a bluff across from Cowell's Beach and within walking distance of the Santa Cruz Beach and Boardwalk.
Are there dining options at the hotel?
The inn provides a complimentary breakfast buffet and evening wine and hors d'oeuvres.
Is parking available?
Yes, the hotel offers free parking for guests.
What room amenities are included?
Rooms come with fireplaces, marble-tile bathrooms, MP3 players, and flat-panel TVs. Many also include coffee machines and refrigerators.
Can I check in early?
The hotel offers express check-in/out services for guests.
Are there facilities for disabled guests?
Yes, the property provides facilities for disabled guests.
What activities are nearby?
Nearby attractions include Cowell Beach, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, and various parks and viewpoints.