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

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

1. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Wilder Beach

Terry

฿3,612

฿4,419 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Wilder Beach

Natalya

฿4,693

฿5,403 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Wilder Beach

Monika

฿4,629

฿5,330 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5 km from Wilder Beach

Igor

฿4,388

฿5,060 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10.2 km from Wilder Beach

Aprille

฿4,971

฿5,704 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

A kitchen with a blue counter, wooden cabinets, and a large window with blinds.

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a wooden fence.

A living room with wicker furniture, a grey sofa, and a wooden coffee table.

6. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Wilder Beach

Marci

฿5,489

฿6,295 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Aug - 27 Aug

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a sign reading 'Bella Notte'.

A kitchen counter with a stainless steel container, a white appliance, and wicker baskets.

7. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 7.8 km from Wilder Beach

Andrea

฿3,226

฿5,737 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

8. Monarch Cove Inn

12.2 km from Wilder Beach

Richard

฿6,237

฿7,093 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

9. Inn at Depot Hill

11.7 km from Wilder Beach

Helen

฿9,545

฿12,657 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

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

10.3 km from Wilder Beach

Abby

฿4,971

฿5,704 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach

Sandy

฿3,124

฿4,009 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

A desk with a telephone and a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of a bridge and a body of water.

A balcony with blue chairs and a small table, overlooking a beach with palm trees and a casino building in the background.

12. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach

James

฿3,790

฿4,390 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Sept - 4 Sept

A wooden interior with large windows overlooking a beach.

A row of colorful houses along a waterfront.

A modern interior with a view of an outdoor patio area.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, arched windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, armchairs, and a bar area.

13. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach

Elizabeth

฿11,732

฿14,992 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A bar area with wooden beams, hanging pendant lights, a wine display, and bar stools.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach

Dori

฿4,574

฿5,269 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A spacious indoor area with wicker furniture, large windows offering a view of the beach and ocean, and a surf shop sign.

A balcony with a view of the beach, a sofa with cushions, a glass table with a tray of food and drinks, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a sofa, armchairs, and a table with drinks, overlooking a pool and umbrellas.

15. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach

Annette

฿10,422

฿11,830 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a small kitchenette.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

11.4 km from Wilder Beach

Brend

฿3,582

฿4,120 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A beach with palm trees, waves, and a distant shoreline with buildings.

A modern cafe with wicker pendant lights, a mural of mountains, and large windows offering a view of palm trees.

A view from a balcony overlooking a street with palm trees, a parking lot, and a building with a balcony.

A balcony with a view of palm trees, a parking lot, and a distant cityscape.

17. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach

Mina

฿4,381

฿5,053 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a clear sky and a large tree in the background.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Wilder Beach

Kristina

฿4,149

฿4,792 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

A cozy cabin interior with wooden walls, a sofa, a bench, and large windows offering a view of the forest.

A cabin with a porch, surrounded by lush greenery and tall trees.

A cabin surrounded by tall trees and dense foliage.

A wooden deck with a view of a garden and a road.

19. Fern River Resort

9.5 km from Wilder Beach

CarriLin

฿4,025

฿5,011 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A wooden bench and a small table in a courtyard with potted plants and a building in the background.

A neatly made bed in a room with light blue walls, wooden flooring, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A multi-story hotel with a blue and white exterior, balconies, and a sign indicating it is a Blue Inn.

A modern living room with a fireplace, a mounted TV, and a wooden dining table with a chair.

20. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Wilder Beach

Nicole

฿2,908

฿3,478 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,035 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 702 reviews	View
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz	9.2 Wonderful 1,367 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View

Top Wilder Beach Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"Location"

Marea Sol Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, right next to the boardwalk. Easy to get in and out for small day trips in the area."

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Super friendly front desk staff, nice hotel and as always great breakfast"

Casablanca On The Beach

8/10 Good

"Great location, a little bit outdated rooms though. But great staff very friendly. Nice views of the ocean!"

Hotel Solares

8/10 Good

"Clean room. Not water bottle in the room"

Seaway Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The location was perfect! Very close walk to the beach and the pier. We had a great evening walking to dinner, and watching the sea lions at the pier!"

Beachview Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice, quick walk to the beach and boardwalk."

Other attractions near Wilder Beach

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

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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A cave opening to a beach with two people standing in the middle.

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities such as surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Wilder Beach Nature Preserve during your travels to Santa Cruz. Discover the entertainment choices in this walkable area or seek out the surfing spots.

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Younger Beach

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

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Sand Plant Beach

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

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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and cycling trails in this walkable area.

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De Anza Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at De Anza Beach during your trip to Santa Cruz? Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

Explore the lovely green spaces of Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and enjoy the surfing in Nobel. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

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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 341 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Wilder Beach?

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Wilder Beach. Other good choices within 5 miles include Mission Inn and La Bahia Hotel and Spa.

How many hotels are there close to Wilder Beach?

Expedia has 341 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?

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory, Santa Cruz Surfing Museum and Lighthouse Point Park feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House 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.

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Our top choices for Wilder Beach hotels

1. Mission Inn

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

3. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

6. Beach Street Inn and Suites

7. Bella Notte

8. Monarch Cove Inn

9. Inn at Depot Hill

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

11. Ocean Pacific Lodge

12. Marea Sol Hotel

13. La Bahia Hotel and Spa

14. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

15. Dream Inn Santa Cruz

16. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

17. Seaway Inn

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

19. Fern River Resort

20. Pacific Blue Inn

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Top Wilder Beach Hotel Reviews

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Marea Sol Hotel

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Casablanca On The Beach

Hotel Solares

Seaway Inn

Beachview Inn

Other attractions near Wilder Beach

Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Younger Beach

Sand Plant Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

De Anza Beach

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

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