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Our top choices for Wilder Beach Nature Preserve hotels

Terrace/patio

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, smell was good, room was comfortable and the breakfast was AMAZING. John gave us a warm welcome and shared some local tips."
United States
Camila
The price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
3 June - 4 June
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"Best motel in town"
United States
Adam B
The price is NZ$194
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Mission Inn
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (663 reviews)
"Good place to rest for a few days while exploring Santa Cruz."
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,392 reviews)
"Had a great stay."
United States
Nicole
The price is NZ$196
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,048 reviews)
"very friendly staff, nice location, easy parking"
United States
Sunyoung
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Seaside Inn & Suites
One Queen Bed

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location and comfortable room!"
United States
Amelia
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Beachview Inn
Business centre

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,306 reviews)
"It is very clean, the furniture is modern, the pool is clean, and the hotel's location is excellent—close to restaurants, shops, and the beach!))"
United States
Kateryna
The price is NZ$342
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
Exterior

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, 5.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,198 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
joel
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
26 May - 27 May
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG
Terrace/patio

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"We had a great stay!"
United States
Larissa
The price is NZ$284
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,548 reviews)
"Loved it place was perfect right next to the beach"
United States
Angel
The price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Marea Sol Hotel
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,265 reviews)
"Great service Nice people Good breakfast "
United States
Elkin
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
Beach views

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,011 reviews)
"The pool area and the amenities were very enjoyable. "
United States
Derek Smith
The price is NZ$433
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.4 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (942 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Couples treatment room(s), sauna, steam room, body treatments

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa
4.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (282 reviews)
"Had a great time! Beautiful hotel and room and lovely views"
United States
Allison
The price is NZ$613
includes taxes & fees
4 June - 5 June
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Refrigerator & Microwave

Hotel Solares

Hotel Solares
2.5 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.4 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location, staff helpful, booked 3 rooms for whole family, there were a all next to each other. We'll had fun in pool, great vacation"
United States
Darlene
The price is NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Hotel Solares
Surfing/boogie boarding

Seaway Inn

Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (211 reviews)
"Adorable hotel! The room was so cute. Close to the pier and boardwalk. Great price! "
United States
Lamar
The price is NZ$275
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Seaway Inn
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; American cuisine

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,249 reviews)
"Great location, comfy beds and unique atmosphere, we loved our stay!"
United States
Alexis
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
Property amenity

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.4 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,149 reviews)
"Great place and close to everything"
United States
Darren
The price is NZ$294
includes taxes & fees
25 May - 26 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Lower Ocean, 5.4 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,050 reviews)
"Check in was effortless and customer service was excellent!"
United States
Robert G
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May
Surf City Inn and Suites
Terrace/patio

Pacific Blue Inn

Pacific Blue Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Santa Cruz, 5 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (919 reviews)
"Perfect location. Staff was really friendly."
United States
Rosa
The price is NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
21 May - 22 May
Pacific Blue Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Terrace/patio
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,014 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
663 reviews
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Front of property
Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,392 reviews
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2 Queen Bed + Sofa Bed
Seaside Inn & Suites
2.0 star property
8.4
Very good
1,048 reviews
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Top Wilder Beach Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good
"Nice views. Front desk was bland and not helpful. The coffee area employees were amazing and very nice! "
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Dream Inn Santa Cruz

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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 Nature Preserve?
Wilder Beach Nature Preserve is located in Santa Cruz. This walkable area is known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 325 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay close to Wilder Beach Nature Preserve?
Dream Inn Santa Cruz is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. It's located 3 mi (4.8 km) from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve. Other good choices within a few miles include Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA and Mission Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Wilder Beach Nature Preserve?
Expedia has 325 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve, will I receive a refund?
Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the best deals near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve.
What can I see and do near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve?
You'll want to browse the collections at Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory and Santa Cruz Surfing Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Lighthouse Point Park, Santa Cruz Mission State Historic Park and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time wandering around University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and University Terrace Dog Park.