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Babbling Brook Inn

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with free parking, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec)
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley)
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas) | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
In the heart of Santa Cruz, Babbling Brook Inn offers a serene escape with a charming garden and inviting porch. Relax in your room with hypo-allergenic bedding, flat-screen TVs, and daily housekeeping. Previous guests have praised the inn's peaceful ambiance.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

Room options

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View all photos for Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Tennyson)

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Tennyson)

Suite, 1 Queen Bed (Tennyson)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Contessa)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Contessa)

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds (Contessa)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Van Gogh)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Van Gogh)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Renoir)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Renoir)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Monet)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Monet)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Degas)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Toulouse Latrec)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Sisley)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Garden Area

Highlights

Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Artists Retreat)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed (Artists Retreat)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
1025 Laurel St, Santa Cruz, CA, 95060

What's nearby

  • Santa Cruz Wharf - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Ocean Street - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Natural Bridges State Park - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Catalyst - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hula's Island Grill - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Lúpulo Craft Beer House - ‬12 min walk

About this property

Babbling Brook Inn

Guesthouse near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Babbling Brook Inn provides amenities like a terrace and a garden.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises and a porch
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and phones

Languages

English

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 5 buildings
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk, key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Babbling
Babbling Brook
Babbling Brook Inn
Babbling Brook Inn Santa Cruz
Babbling Brook Santa Cruz
Brook Inn
Babbling Brook Hotel Santa Cruz
Babbling Brook Inn Guesthouse
Babbling Brook Inn Santa Cruz
Babbling Brook Inn Guesthouse Santa Cruz

Frequently asked questions

Is Babbling Brook Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

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

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Babbling Brook Inn on Aug 25, 2025 start from CA $273.14, 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.

How much is parking at Babbling Brook Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Babbling Brook Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Babbling Brook Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Babbling Brook Inn located?

Located in Westside Santa Cruz, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Neary Lagoon Park and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Monterey Bay is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away.

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Babbling Brook Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 541 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 199 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 121 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 75 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 1008 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allison

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

8/10 Good

Hali

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

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

Laura

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

4/10 Poor

Marianne

Liked: Staff & service
A bit older in condition. Super nice people and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

6/10 Okay

Trena

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

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette

This was a cozy and dry
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Amenities
Very charming Inn and worth a visit!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Amber

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

10/10 Excellent

Anoop

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good location and very serene outdoor setup. Rustic theme property. Room was ok, lot sunlight. Manager was very accommodating and very helpful helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is a very unique place to stay. Very rustic. I liked it a lot. Check in was easy as well as check out. Did not have a mini frig or hair dryer. For some reason, we could not get the fireplace to work. Coffee on the balcony in the morning was nice. Great coffee and Keurig coffeemaker. Bottled water furnished as well as bath soaps and shampoos.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evelin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Clementina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No receptionist to check you in. Place was dirty floors sticky carpet stained. No lighting.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bad neighborhood, room was okay but needs repairs
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing and peaceful. Very comfortable. Definitely would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Curtis

Liked: Cleanliness
I liked the location and the room was clean and property is very quiet the brook winding through the inn is very nice. The only problem we had was checking out early. Staff doesn't tell you that you can just leave keys in room upon leaving. That would be useful information for anyone staying here.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint, lovely property
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Aaron

This is a very serene place. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to have our honeymoon
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place to stay. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Martha

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property is unique and very quaint. They used to have a wonderful breakfast and evening drinks. That stopped with Covid sadly. There is no one on site, save for a housekeeper during the day. You have to get your key through a lock box. Property now looks worn and in need of upkeep, with bits of trash about on the grounds. The once beautiful planters are sparse. I hope it can get back to its former state. Santa Cruz is tough for hotels, very expensive and not a lot of quality. The pictures of the rooms are from many years ago. It’s just been neglected.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cora

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pretty locations with cute rooms, would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Quaint place with easy checkin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024