West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn - Santa Cruz

3-star Victorian bed & breakfast across from Cowell's Beach in Santa Cruz

Location & Setting

West Cliff Inn sits on a bluff directly across from Cowell's Beach, with easy walking access to the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and the wharf. The property is a 3-story Victorian home offering views of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center and downtown Santa Cruz restaurants and shops. Complimentary on-site parking is provided for one vehicle per room, a rare convenience steps from the beach.

Rooms & Amenities

Each guestroom at the West Cliff Inn includes a fireplace and a marble-tiled bathroom, along with a flat-panel wall-mounted TV and MP3 player. The inn has only 10 rooms, spread across three floors with no elevator, offering a quiet, home-like atmosphere. Select rooms offer ocean views, while the bungalow (room 10) provides a private entrance outside the main building.

Breakfast & Social Hour

A signature gourmet breakfast prepared by an on-site chef is included daily, with hot dishes such as quiche and egg scrambles, plus fresh fruit and baked goods. Every afternoon the inn hosts a complimentary wine and cheese hour with a selection of crackers, meats, and cookies. Guests also have 24/7 access to a lobby fridge stocked with sodas, sparkling water, and filtered water.

Activities & Guest Services

The West Cliff Inn offers complimentary beach cruiser bicycles with helmets and locks for exploring the coastal trail and downtown. A concierge service and tour desk help arrange local activities such as windsurfing, diving, and cycling. The property also provides board games and puzzles, a sun terrace, and afternoon cookies for a relaxed stay.

Family & Accessibility

Families are welcome; the inn provides a children-friendly atmosphere near the boardwalk and beach, though no dedicated kids' club or babysitting is available. An ADA-compliant room (Room 2) includes grab rails, a raised toilet, and a large walk-in shower with a roll-in design. The property is wheelchair accessible, with visual aids such as Braille signage and emergency strobe alerts.

• Location: Across from Cowell's Beach, 2 min from Boardwalk
• Rooms: 10 rooms with fireplaces and marble-tiled bathrooms
• Dining: Gourmet breakfast and afternoon wine & cheese included
• Amenities: Free bike rentals, concierge, and tour desk
• Parking: Complimentary on-site parking for one vehicle per room
• Accessibility: ADA room with roll-in shower and Braille signage