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Our top choices for Wilder Beach hotels

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

1. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"I have stayed at this property multiple times, and the room size, amenities and location were great. The restaurant across Chloe’s Kitchen was awesome, as well as the Companion Bakery within walking distance. Good hotel choice for solo travel and families."
United States
Maisie
The price is CA $127
CA $158 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Mission Inn
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, nice location! I loved being near the farmers market! Quiet area."
United States
Jenny
The price is CA $150
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (727 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $151
CA $175 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

4. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,362 reviews)
"Very clean rooms, helpful staff and good breakfast"
United States
Kathy
The price is CA $113
CA $132 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
10.2 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is CA $156
CA $181 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
An outdoor seating area with fire pits and string lights, surrounded by a building with multiple windows and a palm tree.

6. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is CA $163
CA $188 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

7. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is CA $138
CA $161 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

8. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,555 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is CA $95
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

9. Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.8 km from Wilder Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,152 reviews)
"Clean room and helpful staff"
United States
Troy
The price is CA $81
CA $118 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Seaside Inn & Suites
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

10. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
10.3 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is CA $150
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

11. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
10.3 km from Wilder Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,369 reviews)
"Great location, pleasant staff."
United States
Teronya
The price is CA $151
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

12. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,650 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is CA $153
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Marea Sol Hotel
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

13. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
12.7 km from Wilder Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"​ We really enjoyed the clean amenities, the comfortable and clean bed, and the coffee service provided both in the room and in the lobby."
United States
Sofia
The price is CA $148
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
Lobby

14. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
11.5 km from Wilder Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Tana at the front desk was very helpful and pleasant."
United States
Jane
The price is CA $120
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 8 - Dec 9
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

15. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is CA $168
CA $195 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

16. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
15.2 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,208 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is CA $145
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,301 reviews)
"Great sized room."
United States
Josette
The price is CA $180
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with outdoor seating, a fire pit, and potted plants.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.5 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,186 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Anita
The price is CA $156
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

19. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.5 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Good place for traveler"
United States
Aldo
The price is CA $91
CA $106 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

20. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
13.9 km from Wilder Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great hot tub and pool"
United States
Frank
The price is CA $137
CA $157 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Beach

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,002 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
727 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,362 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Friendly staff!"
Tony 3-night trip
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Casablanca On The Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Wilder Beach?
Wilder Beach is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 344 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Wilder Beach?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Wilder Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Wilder Beach?
Expedia has 344 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from Wilder Beach.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wilder Beach, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available near Wilder Beach.
What can I see and do near Wilder Beach?
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Lighthouse Point Park, Williams-Reynolds House, and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are must-sees while exploring the area. Spend some time exploring the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve, and University Terrace Dog Park.

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