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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, (1,011 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is CA $128
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Mission Inn
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

2. 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, (722 reviews)
"We stayed here for one night, the staff that we interacted with was very nice and helpful. Breakfast was delicious and hot. Room was spacious and clean, the only thing I would complain about is the shower. The shower was a bit dirty and stained, especially the shower floor and other areas within the shower."
United States
Adrian
The price is CA $138
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

3. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is CA $159
CA $185 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

4. 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)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is CA $153
CA $178 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 7.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (19 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is CA $133
CA $240 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

6. 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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"As always a great stay."
United States
Michael
The price is CA $146
CA $169 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

7. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,041 reviews)
"Awesome view great staff clean facilities"
United States
Janet
The price is CA $326
CA $372 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

8. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (585 reviews)
"amazing stay"
United States
Devin
The price is CA $341
CA $461 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,553 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 $104
CA $136 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

10. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is CA $267
CA $304 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Monarch Cove Inn
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

11. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Wilder Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (770 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and great location! Staff was super nice …"
United States
Joseph
The price is CA $359
CA $486 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Inn at Depot Hill
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

12. 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, (1,364 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 $176
CA $203 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio

13. 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, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is CA $164
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 17 - Nov 18
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A coastal building with a wooden door, numbered 118, adjacent to a beach with palm trees and a clear sky.

14. Edgewater Beach Inn

Edgewater Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (69 reviews)
"Very convenient to the boardwalk and downtown."
United States
Marlene
The price is CA $120
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Edgewater Beach Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

15. 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, (1,349 reviews)
"Easy check in, friendly staff and the room was clean"
United States
Nikki
The price is CA $125
CA $145 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

16. 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, (1,360 reviews)
"a great find when visiting Santa Cruz!"
United States
cindy
The price is CA $172
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

17. 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, (1,354 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Brandall
The price is CA $140
CA $162 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

18. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (194 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is CA $116
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

19. Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (321 reviews)
"Great location, clean perfect stay"
United States
Myla
The price is CA $159
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Seaway Inn
Lobby

20. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is CA $122
CA $141 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 19 - Nov 20
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
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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
1,011 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
722 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
1,001 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
View
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
19 reviews
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Top Wilder Beach Hotel Reviews

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good
"The view was great and our stay was great."
Jacqueline 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Marea Sol Hotel

Other attractions near Wilder Beach

A coastal landscape with cliffs, a clear sky, and a dirt path.
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Fern Grotto Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Fern Grotto Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this walkable area.
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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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