Dream Inn Santa Cruz (California)

We have stayed here many times in it's former incarnation the Coast Hotel Santa Cruzl (which I have previously reviewed.) It has always been our favorite hotel as it's the ONLY hotel directly on the beach in Santa Cruz. Every room has an ocean view and a balcony. There is a fabulous pool and hot tub that overlooks the ocean. My favorite thing about this hotel has always been the BED!!!! Then and now it is the most comfortable bed I've ever slept in and the best pillows I have ever laid my head upon. My ONLY complaint (except for the price) is the shower. I loved it until I realized that it was impossible to shave your legs in!!! There is no shelf, not even a tiny bulge to perch my toes on. I tried to put my foot on the wall but almost fell so I had to give up. Other than that everything at this hotel is amazing. We probably won't ever get to stay here again because it is WAY more expensive now that they've remodeled. So alas, adieu Dream Inn, we loved you while we could afford it.