The Best Hotels Closest to Wilder Beach in Santa Cruz for 2026

Our top choices for Wilder Beach hotels

1. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 3 km from Wilder Beach

Kristen

₩231,218 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.8 km from Wilder Beach

Monika

₩264,908 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.9 km from Wilder Beach

marco

₩244,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | View from room

4. Monarch Cove Inn

12.2 km from Wilder Beach

William

₩320,361 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10.2 km from Wilder Beach

Sofia

₩285,727 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

6. Seaway Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach

Cristina

₩368,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

11.4 km from Wilder Beach

Rhodonna

₩228,377 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

Family Studio | Premium bedding, memory foam beds, in-room safe, blackout drapes

8. Bella Notte

Eastside Santa Cruz, 7.8 km from Wilder Beach

Andrew

₩358,834 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

9. Capitola Hotel

11.4 km from Wilder Beach

Trina

₩525,101 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 17 - Aug 18

10. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

13.9 km from Wilder Beach

Veay

₩234,433 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 23 - Aug 24

11. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

Eastside Santa Cruz, 8 km from Wilder Beach

Jason

₩467,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 27 - Jul 28

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Eastside Santa Cruz, 7.5 km from Wilder Beach

Melanie

₩220,012 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

13. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

12.7 km from Wilder Beach

Christina

₩226,879 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

14. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Wilder Beach

Stephanie

₩484,614 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 12 - Aug 13

15. Inn At Pasatiempo

7.2 km from Wilder Beach

Sandra

₩251,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 16 - Aug 17

16. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach

Susana

₩312,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

17. Chaminade Resort & Spa

9.6 km from Wilder Beach

Iram

₩369,745 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

18. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach

Azra

₩257,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 24 - Aug 25

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch served

19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach

Clifford

₩368,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 19 - Aug 20

20. Pacific Blue Inn

Downtown Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Wilder Beach

William Thomas

₩258,715 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 18 - Aug 19

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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mission Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 689 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Monarch Cove Inn	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View

Top Wilder Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"The location was great. Really like the hotel location and ambience. Good place for families with children. Parking spaces were really small and"

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

8/10 Good

"One of the nicer hotels to stay in Santa Cruz. Loved the vibe, decor, and how kid/dog friendly this property is. The rooms are a little bit worn and outdated and there were some updates that probably need to be made to the hotel itself. The pool and amenities were nice. VERY expensive parking, food, and drinks - although the room booking itself was reasonable. No outside food or drinks are allowed, so just note that you'll be spending a lot hanging out at the hotel."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"I paid $507 for what was essentially a standard room with a great view. While the room itself was clean and comfortable, I don't feel it justified the price. The shower had some issues, and aside from the view, there wasn't much that made the room feel like a premium experience. The restaurant was great when I went for dinner, but nothing particularly memorable for breakfast. The service throughout my stay was also just okay, and at times the customer service felt below what I'd expect for a hotel at this price point. The pool looked a little dirty, although the jacuzzi was nice and enjoyable. I loved that it was not chlorine! One of the biggest frustrations during my stay was that I lost my car keys. (Of course, this is my fault and no one else's) But, unfortunately the front desk wasn't very helpful, and I didn't feel like they handled the situation with much urgency or empathy. That said, I do want to give credit where it's due. After my stay, I filled out the guest survey and was contacted by the manager, Dan. He listened to my concerns, treated me with professionalism, and refunded part of my stay. His willingness to make things right significantly improved my overall impression of the hotel. While my initial experience was disappointing, I really appreciated how he handled the situation afterward. He was amazing. Overall, I would consider staying here again, but only if the price were lower than what I paid for this visit. (originally)"

Seaway Inn

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay - the location was great! -loved being right next to West Cliff Dr for amazing walks and so easy to get downtown. It's not glamorous - but was recently remodeled, was very clean, spacious bathroom, bed very comfortable, liked the convenience of having a microwave, refrigerator & a 4-cup coffee machine. Also glad to have parking included. My only small "criticism" was that housekeeping did not clean our room when requested - we stayed 5 nights and are able to tidy our own room from day to day - but we requested a cleaning/new towels/more coffee packs on day 3 and it never happened. I was able to get those supplies from the front office - desk staff were always great. Maybe thy housekeeping staff were too busy that day? Other than that - a great stay!"

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"The valet parking was chaotic. Breakfast was a crazy mad house, we ended up not having breakfast there. We tired two different times and it was just nuts . The location was good, 10 minute walk to the boardwalk. 12-16 minute walk to downtown area. Rooms was clean and tidy. No one’s was rooms were ready when we arrived at 5. They also forgot to give us bath towels for showering. Staff was friendly"

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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 340 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 La Bahia Hotel and Spa.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Wilder Beach?

Expedia has 340 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Wilder Beach?

To access more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Wilder Beach, head over to our customer service page.

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.

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Our top choices for Wilder Beach hotels

1. Mission Inn

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

4. Monarch Cove Inn

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

6. Seaway Inn

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8. Bella Notte

9. Capitola Hotel

10. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

11. Ocean Echo Inn and Beach Cottages

12. Hitching Post Studios Inn

13. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

14. Beach Street Inn and Suites

15. Inn At Pasatiempo

16. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

17. Chaminade Resort & Spa

18. Marea Sol Hotel

19. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

20. Pacific Blue Inn

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Top Wilder Beach Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Hotels near other Wilder Beach attractions

Fern Grotto Beach

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