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

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

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

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

1. Mission Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Erin

NT$2,924

NT$3,638 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

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

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

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

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Westside Santa Cruz, 2.7 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Ingrid

NT$3,898

NT$4,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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.

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

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 1.8 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Natalya

NT$3,858

NT$4,463 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

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

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

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

4. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Downtown, 4.8 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

James

NT$2,362

NT$3,143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a small table.

A Pepsi vending machine with various drink options.

A multi-story building with a modern design, featuring a central entrance with glass doors, parking spaces on either side, and a blue-lit facade.

A reception desk with a modern design, a large window offering a view of the street, and a decorative mural on the wall.

5. Seaside Inn & Suites

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Justin

NT$1,883

NT$2,716 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

10.2 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

William

NT$4,312

NT$4,963 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

7. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

15.1 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Michael

NT$3,375

NT$3,920 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

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

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

11.4 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Steven

NT$3,121

NT$3,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

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.

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.6 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Grester

NT$4,307

NT$4,966 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

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

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.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

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

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

10.2 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Nathan

NT$4,258

NT$4,903 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 6 - Oct 7

A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

A modern reception area with a counter, refrigerated beverage dispensers, snack shelves, and decorative wall art.

A stone fireplace with a TV mounted above it, a stone wall, a seating area with a sofa and chairs, and a view of trees through large windows.

A stone building with a turret, a covered entrance, and a parking area with handicapped accessibility.

11. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

10.2 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Christopher

NT$3,696

NT$4,244 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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 a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

12. Marea Sol Hotel

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.2 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Donna

NT$3,498

NT$4,059 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

13. Carousel Beach Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.5 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Edwin

NT$2,877

NT$3,379 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a painting, a floor lamp, a wooden cabinet, and a built-in sink.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a patterned carpet.

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

Westside Santa Cruz, 5.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Steve

NT$4,052

NT$4,680 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A spacious living area with leather sofas, a central coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

A bar area with a long counter, stools, and a TV screen.

An outdoor lounge area with wicker furniture, large umbrellas, and a tiled floor.

A living room with leather sofas, a central coffee table, a fireplace, and two flat-screen TVs mounted on the walls.

15. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

12.5 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Fabian

NT$3,510

NT$4,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Bertha

NT$3,046

NT$3,523 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

A modern hotel lobby with a round table, yellow chairs, a large potted plant, and a patterned carpet.

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 4.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Frank

NT$4,312

NT$4,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

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

18. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz, 7.7 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Andrea

NT$3,230

NT$5,692 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

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.

19. Monarch Cove Inn

12.1 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Deborah

NT$6,091

NT$6,927 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

A reception area with a counter, a desk, and a chair. There are framed pictures on the wall and a small shelf with magazines.

A room with a grey sofa, two wooden chairs, a small table with papers, and a large window with a view of parked cars and greenery outside.

A conference room with round tables and chairs, a mounted TV, and a bulletin board with pamphlets.

20. Beachview Inn

Westside Santa Cruz, 4.9 km from Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Michael

NT$2,125

NT$2,793 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Mission Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,019 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA	9.0 Wonderful 713 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Ocean Pacific Lodge	8.8 Excellent 1,546 reviews	View
Seaside Inn & Suites	8.2 Very good 1,140 reviews	View

Top Wilder Beach Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Great location across from the beach and near the boardwalk. The restaurant downstairs is great and the poolside service was a treat."

Marea Sol Hotel

8/10 Good

"Clean, cute, convenient, comfortable beds, flat pillows, and no luggage carts - which made it difficult for us traveling by motorcycle. We paid for a partial ocean view and to be fair you could see the ocean if went out on the balcony and looked real hard :)."

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"The location and view were awesome . All the front staff and valet guys were friendly and helpful . Loved it .. Cheers"

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Love this place great location very clean . No weird smell and loved the room being inside the building made us feel safer"

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

8/10 Good

"The rooms are clean, comfortable, and well air-conditioned. Parking was difficult as expected from other reviews. I went into the office to check out, but there was no staff at the desk. I waited and even called the phone number, but got no answer. Otherwise, it’s a great location, and I highly recommend!"

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"10 stars for the underground parking, and for the excellent valets!"

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Breakfast"

Surf City Inn and Suites

8/10 Good

"The kitchenette was"

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

"I liked how big the room was, I did not like you have to pay for parking."

Other attractions near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

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 beach with a cave entrance, rocky cliffs, and the ocean.

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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Wilder Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Wilder 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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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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Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory during your travels in Santa Cruz. You can seek out the surfing spots and biking trails in this walkable area.

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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 biking trails.

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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 biking 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 346 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?

La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 3.2 mi (5.1 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 are there close to Wilder Beach Nature Preserve?

Expedia has 346 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals available near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve.

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

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve, head over to our customer service page.

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, Williams-Reynolds House, 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.

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Our top choices for Wilder Beach Nature Preserve hotels

1. Mission Inn

2. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

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

4. Ocean Pacific Lodge

5. Seaside Inn & Suites

6. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

7. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

9. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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

11. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

12. Marea Sol Hotel

13. Carousel Beach Inn

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

15. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

16. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

17. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

18. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

19. Monarch Cove Inn

20. Beachview Inn

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Top Wilder Beach Nature Preserve Hotel Reviews

La Bahia Hotel and Spa

Marea Sol Hotel

Dream Inn Santa Cruz

Seaside Inn & Suites

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Surf City Inn and Suites

Courtyard by Marriott Santa Cruz

Other attractions near Wilder Beach Nature Preserve

Fern Grotto Beach

Wilder Ranch State Park

Wilder Beach

Sand Plant Beach

Younger Beach

Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory

Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve

De Anza Beach

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