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Babbling Brook Inn

3.0 star property
3-star guest house near Monterey Bay

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas) | Terrace/patio
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1025 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060
  • Place, Pacific Avenue
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Wharf
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Artists Retreat) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Artists Retreat)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

7.2 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Monet) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Monet)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Renoir)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Renoir) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Renoir)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Van Gogh) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Van Gogh)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Contessa) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Contessa)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Tennyson) | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Tennyson)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Westside Santa Cruz guesthouse, you'll find Neary Lagoon Park and Pacific Avenue. Monterey Bay and Williams-Reynolds House are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Pacific Avenue - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Main Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Main Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • McDonald's
  • ‪Mission St BBQ - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪De La Hacienda Taqueria - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Copal - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Babbling Brook Inn

3-star guest house near Monterey Bay
As a guest of Babbling Brook Inn, you'll find a terrace, a garden, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Santa Cruz guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 5 buildings
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Babbling Brook Inn offers 13 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature pillowtop mattresses. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 0 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Phone calls

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Babbling Brook Inn Santa Cruz
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Babbling Brook Hotel Santa Cruz
Babbling Brook Inn Guesthouse
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Babbling Brook Inn to the airport?

Babbling Brook Inn is 16.9 mi (26-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Babbling Brook Inn?

As of Jan 5, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Babbling Brook Inn on Jan 6, 2026 start from $248.17, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Babbling Brook Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Babbling Brook Inn.

How close is Babbling Brook Inn to the beach?

This guesthouse is 6.6 mi (17-min drive) from Capitola Beach and 0.9 mi (5-min drive) from Santa Cruz Main Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Babbling Brook Inn offer free breakfast?

Babbling Brook Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Babbling Brook Inn?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Babbling Brook Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Babbling Brook Inn?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Babbling Brook Inn have a pool?

Babbling Brook Inn does not have a pool.

Does Babbling Brook Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Babbling Brook Inn to downtown Santa Cruz?

Babbling Brook Inn is 0.9 mi away from Santa Cruz.

Babbling Brook Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 530 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 78 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 76 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bryan

Disliked: Staff & service
Hotel was overbooked so we didn't get our room. We were polite and left without incident, and made other arrangements. However, we were still billed for the room and it has been impossible to get any response from Babbling Brook Inn about this despite numerous phone calls (always to voice mail) and messages left on their website support form. At this point it is starting to feel like an intentional scam. I would avoid this property, it is not being managed by honest individuals and you are inviting serious headaches if you make a reservation here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Han

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasantly surprised by the hotel. Room is small but had everything we needed. Would highly recommend it and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing stay. Staff is beyond helpful. Peaceful even with busy street, waterwheel drowns out the noise 👍
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

van

Decent hotel for the price
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Cozy

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Young Eun

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

sheharyar

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot to be in. Easy checking in and out. Staff was welcoming. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kim

Welcome to the 70’s!

Cute little place, great location off the beaten path but still close to downtown and boardwalk. Could use some updates but overall clean and fairly comfortable. Sweet view of the babbling brook from the little balcony, makes you feel like you’re in the woods.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful setting, a bit different to all the usual hotels and motels that you find. Huge room with all the required amenities. Could wander in to town. Loved our stay there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A quiet, rustic setting, yet right in the core of the city. Lots of stairs, if that's an issue. I would stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hali

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property and location has a zenful feeling. Very cute rooms!! I recommend this place to friends and family!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is unique. It is a bit rundown. With some updating it could be really nice. The room smelled musky. The bed was terrible. My husband and I fell into the middle of the bed. Also, the shower was unique and it was challenging how to turn it on.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Trena

Disliked: Cleanliness
Old and unkept
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We wish we could have stayed longer! Stayed in Sisley and it was great. A little chilly, but the comfortor was good quality. Felt like staying at a nice mom/grandma house...nicely decorated and comfy. Would stay here again if we are in Santa Cruz longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Serenity, beautiful property, housekeeping staff are great!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Zach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would book again, but needs some changes.

Room itself was great, good bathroom and bed was ok, liked the balcony. Only concerns we hard were that internet was sub par, they had a raccoon on the premise that was casually wandering around, at one point at night I could see it climbing a tree that was nearby, and there were parental controls where tvma programming wasn’t allowed.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Watsonville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A++
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Lovely view form room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025