The Babbling Brook Inn  

In Santa Cruz’s Westside neighborhood, a short drive from the iconic Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Close to Pacific Garden Mall, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Santa Cruz Wharf, Cowell’s Beach, Neary Lagoon Park and the Santa Cruz Museum of Art & History.

This intimate bed & breakfast blends contemporary design with ageless architecture across lush grounds threaded by winding brick and stone paths. Thirteen rooms feature pillowtop beds, flat-screen TVs, soft pastel palettes and walls hung with works inspired by Monet, Renoir and Cezanne; private baths offer tubs or showers with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Wooden decks and balconies overlook hillsides, mature trees and a creek-fed waterwheel.

Relax on a terrace or in the garden and soak up creek-and-garden views. Guests get discounted access to a nearby fitness facility and on-site perks include free self parking and complimentary wireless internet. Expect simple, artful common areas and outdoor decks for slow mornings and sunset watching.

Complimentary Wi‑Fi keeps you connected and free self parking is available onsite. The front desk is staffed during limited hours; concierge services and lobby coffee/tea are offered.

Start the day with a complimentary buffet breakfast and meet other guests at the daily complimentary reception. Coffee and tea are available in the lobby.