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Our top choices for Wilder Beach hotels

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

1. 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, (724 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 AU$163
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

3. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Mission Inn
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, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is AU$181
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

5. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is AU$172
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

6. 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, (1,361 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 AU$196
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

7. 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, (1,200 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

8. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

9. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
12.2 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is AU$309
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Monarch Cove Inn
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

10. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
17.9 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is AU$413
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Seascape Beach Resort
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

11. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 7.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

12. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
11.7 km from Wilder Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (771 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and great location! Staff was super nice …"
United States
Joseph
The price is AU$442
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Inn at Depot Hill
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

13. 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, (198 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A hotel entrance with a wrought iron gate, outdoor seating area with striped cushions, and a sign reading "Capitol Hotel".

14. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
11.4 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (570 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Right next to the beach. Staff was great and room was great."
United States
Jeff
The price is AU$317
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Capitola Hotel
Terrace/patio

15. 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

16. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
11.3 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (907 reviews)
"Great stay will be back"
United States
Bridgett
The price is AU$239
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

17. 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, (1,643 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is AU$177
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

18. 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, (1,006 reviews)
"Nice parking lot"
United States
Stanley
The price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
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.

19. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved the continental breakfast!"
United States
Joshua
The price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

20. 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, (1,355 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, well maintained and staff was great! Location was a bit challenging, however we will happily stay again, definitely recommend!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is AU$144
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
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
724 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
1,002 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 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
1,003 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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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 hotel to stay close to Wilder Beach?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller 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 are there close to Wilder Beach?
Expedia has 344 hotels and other accommodation options 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, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review 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 the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and University Terrace Dog Park.