Santa Cruz · Bed & Breakfast

Come for the coast.
Stay for the warmth.

A quiet retreat on Encinal Street where the Pacific breeze meets homemade warmth — your Santa Cruz home, away from home.

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Il Gatto Rosso bed and breakfast exterior on Encinal Street
Our Story

A little red cat
with a big heart

Il Gatto Rosso — The Red Cat — was born from a simple belief: that the best stays are the ones that feel like coming home. Tucked along Encinal Street in the heart of Santa Cruz, our bed and breakfast offers a peaceful counterpoint to the energy of the coast.

Every morning begins with a homemade breakfast, every guest is welcomed like family, and every room is thoughtfully prepared so you can focus on what matters — enjoying Santa Cruz the way it was meant to be enjoyed.

2+

Years hosting guests

3

Comfortable rooms

★

Top-rated stay

Accommodations

Rooms with character

Each room is individually styled with soft pastels, quality linens, and the kind of thoughtful details that make a stay memorable.

Cozy bedroom with pastel tones and natural light
Queen

The Cat's Meow

A sun-drenched corner room with a queen bed, soft coral accents, and a private window seat perfect for morning coffee.

Free WiFi Breakfast included Private bath
Spacious bedroom with charcoal and cream tones
King

Encinal Suite

Our largest room features a king bed, a sitting nook, and elegant charcoal-and-cream decor inspired by Santa Cruz's coastal palette.

Free WiFi Breakfast included Sitting area
Charming bedroom with pastel blue and white
Double

Paw Patrol

A playful, cozy room with a comfortable double bed, pastel blue walls, and whimsical cat-themed touches throughout.

Free WiFi Breakfast included Garden view
The Experience

More than a room —
it's a feeling

From the moment you arrive, you'll notice the little things: freshly baked goods on the table, locally sourced coffee in the morning, and the kind of genuine hospitality that can't be scripted.

Homemade Breakfast

Every morning starts with a warm, homemade meal featuring local ingredients and recipes passed down through generations.

Home Away From Home

Communal spaces, a cozy living room, and a garden patio — areas designed for lingering, not just passing through.

Prime Santa Cruz Location

Steps from the boardwalk, beach, downtown shops, and the best surf spots on the Central Coast.

Beautifully plated homemade breakfast Garden patio area with seating
Interior detail showing pastel decor Freshly brewed coffee and pastries
Location

In the heart of
Santa Cruz

Address

301 Encinal St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060-2162

Phone

(183) 122-6445

Email

brookiecobb1963@yahoo.com

Getting Here

Located just minutes from Highway 1 and a short drive from the Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Street parking is available on Encinal Street.

Reservations

Ready to experience
the red cat?

Reach out to check availability or make a reservation. We'd love to welcome you to Santa Cruz.

Quick Contact

(183) 122-6445 brookiecobb1963@yahoo.com 301 Encinal St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

Check-in Info

  • Flexible check-in times — just let us know your arrival
  • Personal welcome from the host
  • Breakfast served daily from 8:00 AM
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