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Our top choices for Wilder Beach hotels

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Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

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, (1000)
"the staff was great, verry nice a wonderful stay "
United States
Bill
The price is P6,414
P7,428 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Front of property
Mission Inn

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Excellent service, breakfast was very good."
United States
Diane
The price is P4,714
P5,945 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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, (621)
"Great hotel! "
United States
Mihai
The price is P5,981
P6,955 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

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, (1244)
"Breakfast was good, close to boardwalk! "
United States
Daniel
The price is P6,858
P7,938 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1274)
"Wonderful place to stay."
United States
Sara
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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, (1000)
"Excellent place to stay. Very clean and great rooms!"
United States
Suzanne
The price is P6,768
P7,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21, 2026
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1330)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, beautiful location!"
United States
Ariel
The price is P6,829
P7,907 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Marea Sol Hotel
Terrace/patio
Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.8 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (929)
"Always a great stay here, clean, and friendly! "
United States
Paulo
Seaside Inn & Suites
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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

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, (1169)
"Great stay"
United States
Sabrina
The price is P6,768
P7,837 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, cabanas (surcharge)
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1160)
"This hotel is a great deal "
United States
shyama
The price is P6,412
P7,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Property amenity
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.5 km from Wilder Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1044)
"Great location, friendly staff."
United States
Biswajit
The price is P6,412
P7,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
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Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Wilder Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1187)
"Amazing views and clean rooms "
United States
Morgan
The price is P5,224
P8,072 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Casablanca On The Beach
Front of property
Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Wilder Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Friendly staff and great room!"
United States
Brie
The price is P7,353
P8,494 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 13 - Jan 14, 2026
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Outdoor pool, a heated pool, open 7:30 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Clean room nice view comfortable beds hot tub "
United States
Peggy
The price is P12,653
P14,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 7 - Jan 8, 2026
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (150)
"Friendly staff, great location, and nice rooms."
United States
Robert
The price is P7,362
P8,834 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Seaway Inn
Individually furnished, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Wilder Beach
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Great location and nice staff "
United States
Ibby
The price is P4,061
P5,328 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Beachview Inn
Reception
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

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, (1189)
"Clean rm, good location, and good breakfast"
United States
Michelle
The price is P6,155
P7,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Hypo-allergenic bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Wilder Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (601)
"clean room, friendly staff, nice breakfast."
United States
William
The price is P6,177
P7,174 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz
Terrace/patio
Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Wilder Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (892)
"We enjoyed our night stay. Room was clean and accommodating. Hotel was secure and quiet. I would defintely stay again. "
United States
Melissa
The price is P5,237
P6,262 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026
Pacific Blue Inn
Indoor spa tub
Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.5 km from Wilder Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1009)
"Everything Staff is great and clean and quiet !"
United States
Richard
The price is P3,288
P4,200 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 6 - Jan 7, 2026
Surf City Inn and Suites
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Top Wilder Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

10/10 Excellent
"This hotel is a great deal "
shyama 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotels near other Wilder Beach attractions

Fern Grotto Beach off of California’s HWY1
Photo by Derek Drummond
Open Photo by Derek Drummond

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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Fern Grotto Beach off of California’s HWY1
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Open Photo by Derek Drummond

Wilder Ranch State Park

Enjoy a trip to Wilder Ranch State Park and popular activities like surfing in Santa Cruz. Attend a sporting event in this walkable area, or seek out the biking 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 288 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
What's the best place to stay near Wilder Beach?
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler 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 Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Wilder Beach?
Expedia has 288 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, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse, and Williams-Reynolds House 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.