About This Bed and Breakfast
The West Cliff Inn, A Four Sisters Inn located in Santa Cruz, California, sits majestically on a bluff overlooking Cowell’s Beach and the famous Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. This bed and breakfast enjoys a prime location within walking distance to the wharf, downtown’s Pacific Garden Mall, and local restaurants. Visitors can enjoy scenic bike rides along West Cliff Drive using the inn’s complimentary beach cruisers, complete with helmets and locks.
Atmosphere
This historic Victorian property offers a homey yet elegant atmosphere with its distinctive architecture featuring huge windows that flood the interior with natural light. The coastal-inspired d??cor showcases crisp blues and whites, complemented by rattan furnishings and rich woods. While some visitors mention street noise can be noticeable, the rooms themselves are generally quiet. The common areas encourage socializing, with guests often gathering in the front lounge’s bay window or on the second-floor balcony for sunset views.
Cleanliness
People who visit this bed and breakfast consistently praise the comfortable beds with luxuriously soft linens. The rooms are beautifully furnished with period touches while maintaining modern amenities. Most rooms feature ocean views, though some top-floor rooms can get warm due to limited ventilation. Each room comes equipped with a fridge, coffee maker, and thoughtful touches like plush robes and quality bath products in marble bathrooms.
Breakfast
Visitors rave about the outstanding breakfast service, which includes a daily rotating menu of specialty baked breads and egg dishes prepared fresh each morning. The spread typically features coffee, various juices, yogurt, muesli, fresh fruit, and traditional favorites like toast and bagels. The breakfast is served in a cozy dining area with a fireplace, and many guests appreciate the care and attention given to presentation, with meals served on ceramic dishware rather than disposable plates.
The inn also offers a popular afternoon wine and cheese social hour that receives consistently positive reviews from guests.