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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, (1,001 reviews)
"Love this spot, and stay here on quick trips along the coast. "
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$247
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
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, (652 reviews)
"Great location, great staff and a really clean room. 10 out of 10 recommend. "
United States
Lane
The price is NZ$248
includes taxes & fees
23 Apr - 24 Apr
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, 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, (1,001 reviews)
"We love the location, it’s perfect for when we visit our children who attend UCSC!!"
United States
Roxana
The price is NZ$238
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Mission Inn
Exterior

Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,456 reviews)
"It was a very wonderful stay for my kids and I. "
United States
Joanna
The price is NZ$272
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Marea Sol Hotel
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, (176 reviews)
"Very clean and great location. Will definitely stay here again. "
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$313
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Seaway 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, (1,245 reviews)
"Clean, spacious rooms and very friendly staff. "
United States
Sarojni
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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, (1,324 reviews)
"Clean, easy walking to food and beach, friendly staff. "
United States
Krista
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
3 May - 4 May
Ocean Pacific Lodge
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
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"The Dream Inn is always our go to spot. The hotel is close to everything fun, clean and the staff are great!"
United States
Cameron
The price is NZ$449
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Dream Inn Santa Cruz
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, (911 reviews)
"Great warm welcoming, very professional, super helpful pointing out points of interest. Also, had a mid-afternoon delicious snack out for us (brownies yum)! Nice touch but most importantly, our room was very clean. We will most definitely come back and stay here again. Thank you so much Pacific Blue Inn for a wonderful stay!"
United States
Claire
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Pacific Blue Inn
Suite

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Perfect location! Nice, clean and updated room with a great view. Very friendly and welcoming staff. We were able to park there before check in and for a few hours after check out which was very helpful. "
United States
Veronica
The price is NZ$400
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Beach Street Inn and 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Location was amazing! Parking was easy even though at an incline."
United States
Beverly
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Beachview Inn
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, (210 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel and in a great location. Staff was extremely courteous and helpful!"
United States
Stephen
The price is NZ$747
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
La Bahia Hotel and Spa
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, (1,005 reviews)
"Favorite out of the bunch we stayed at "
United States
Nancy
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
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, (1,121 reviews)
"Wonderful property and stay."
United States
Amy Ochi
The price is NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz
Lobby lounge

Casablanca On The Beach

Casablanca On The Beach
3.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.1 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,196 reviews)
"very nice room, nice staff "
United States
Neil
The price is NZ$309
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Casablanca On The Beach
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, (1,233 reviews)
"Pool was great and plenty of lounge chairs available. "
United States
Bruce M
The price is NZ$273
includes taxes & fees
6 May - 7 May
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
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, (990 reviews)
"Very nice room. Great place and quiet"
United States
Amparo
The price is NZ$170
includes taxes & fees
8 Apr - 9 Apr
Seaside Inn & Suites
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, (893 reviews)
"10/10, will be booking here next time in Santa Cruz. "
United States
Lizeth
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
14 Apr - 15 Apr
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Deluxe Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

Rio Vista Suites

Rio Vista Suites
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.4 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"This room was definitely good for its reasonable price! Room was clean, check in smooth, and close to both the boardwalk and downtown. Could use some upgrades like a window ac unit and some more insulation, or thicker curtains to block outside noise. "
United States
Rebecca
The price is NZ$222
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Rio Vista Suites
Reception

Capri Motel

Capri Motel
2.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.5 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve
6.6 out of 10, (588 reviews)
"Only a small walk from the boardwalk and warf"
United States
nathan
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
12 Apr - 13 Apr
Capri Motel
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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
1,001 reviews
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Terrace/patio
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
652 reviews
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Front of property
Mission Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
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Exterior
Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,456 reviews
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Surfing/boogie boarding
Seaway Inn
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
176 reviews
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Top Wilder Beach Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Rooms and common spaces were clean and appeared newly updated. "
Tom 3-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Hotels near other Wilder Beach Nature Preserve attractions

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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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Open Photo by Derek Drummond

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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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 311 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 311 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, Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse and Williams-Reynolds House 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.