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Our top choices for Wilder Ranch State Park hotels

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

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 2.4 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect for a nearby run and great breakfast!"
United States
Michelle
The price is RM464
RM537 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
10.7 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean, convenient location with spacious rooms and good breakfast."
United States
William
The price is RM447
RM517 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
10.8 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is RM426
RM494 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

4. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Beach Hill - Beach Flats, 5.5 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,363 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is RM481
RM557 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

5. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,202 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is RM413
RM480 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

6. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
11.9 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is RM362
RM419 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

7. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz, 8.3 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is RM397
RM709 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

8. Carousel Beach Inn

Carousel Beach Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.1 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (200 reviews)
"Great place to stay !"
United States
Deina
The price is RM308
RM365 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Carousel Beach Inn
A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

9. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
18.6 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is RM764
RM1,183 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Seascape Beach Resort
A spacious living area with leather sofas, a coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

10. Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley

Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
3.0 star property
12.3 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"​ We really enjoyed the clean amenities, the comfortable and clean bed, and the coffee service provided both in the room and in the lobby."
United States
Sofia
The price is RM422
RM482 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Four Points by Sheraton Santa Cruz Scotts Valley
A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

11. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6.2 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,357 reviews)
"This hotel was clean, well maintained and staff was great! Location was a bit challenging, however we will happily stay again, definitely recommend!"
United States
Bobbi
The price is RM355
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

12. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
12.6 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is RM777
RM884 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Monarch Cove Inn
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. There is a desk with a computer and a lamp. Large windows offer a view of trees and a building outside.

13. Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley

Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
2.5 star property
13.5 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Loved the continental breakfast!"
United States
Joshua
The price is RM391
RM448 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Plus Inn Scotts Valley
A spacious lobby with a stone accent wall, a reception desk, a seating area with a coffee table, and a staircase.

14. Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley

Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
4.0 star property
10 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,360 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Brandall
The price is RM394
RM455 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hilton Santa Cruz/Scotts Valley
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

15. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Downtown, 5.3 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,556 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is RM302
RM397 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

16. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.3 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (724 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is RM401
RM467 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
Terrace/patio

17. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 6 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Room was clean and the breakfast was great!"
United States
Alissa
The price is RM546
RM629 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Hyatt Place Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

18. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 3.4 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is RM373
RM464 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mission Inn
A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

19. Marea Sol Hotel

Marea Sol Hotel
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz, 5.7 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,645 reviews)
"The view was great and our stay was great."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is RM436
RM506 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Marea Sol Hotel
A balcony with a bench overlooking a waterfront area, featuring buildings and a clear sky.

20. Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals

Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
2.5 star property
11.8 km from Wilder Ranch State Park
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (907 reviews)
"Great stay will be back"
United States
Bridgett
The price is RM594
RM683 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Capitola Venetian Vacation Rentals
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Compare popular hotels close to Wilder Ranch State Park

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,003 reviews
View
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,363 reviews
View
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,202 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families near Wilder Ranch State Park

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA
3.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000)
The price is RM464
RM537 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

Top Wilder Ranch State Park Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"it was a great hotel i wolud love to go back i will in 2028 wen i get merrd for a honey moon"
Edgar 1-night trip
Posted 10 hours ago
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

Other attractions near Wilder Ranch State Park

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 Ranch State Park?
Wilder Ranch State Park is located in a walkable area of Santa Cruz known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. You'll find 298 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.
Where is the best place to stay near Wilder Ranch State Park?
La Bahia Hotel and Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. It's located 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Wilder Ranch State Park. Other good options within 5 miles include La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz and Mission Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find close to Wilder Ranch State Park?
Expedia has 298 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Wilder Ranch State Park.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Wilder Ranch State Park, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most 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 scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals near Wilder Ranch State Park.
What can I see and do near Wilder Ranch State Park?
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. Williams-Reynolds House, Lighthouse Point Park and Mark Abbot Memorial Lighthouse are some of the local landmarks to explore. Spend some time exploring the the natural beauty of University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum, Moore Creek Wildlife Preserve and University Terrace Dog Park.