The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

2.5 star property

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
Lobby sitting area
Lobby
Lobby
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Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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4001 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood, NJ, 08260
  • Place, Morey's Piers
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Wildwoods Convention Center
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Wildwood Boardwalk
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Wildwood

The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel places you within a 10-minute stroll of popular attractions such as Wildwood Boardwalk and Raging Waters Water Park. This 40-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a terrace.

What's nearby

  • Morey's Piers - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wildwoods Convention Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wildwood Boardwalk - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Mariner's Pier - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Raging Waters Water Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Cattle 'n Clover - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Fairview Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Olympic Flame Restaurant - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Grab-a-Weiner - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Doo Wop Diner - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel features free WiFi in public areas, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a terrace. You'll find limited parking. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help secure valuables, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Additional amenities include a vending machine and an ATM.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs. Other amenities include microwaves, free local calls, and hair dryers. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Microwave

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers limited parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from June to September.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. For more details, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

As of Jul 4, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel on Jul 5, 2026 start from $203, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Wildwood based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Wildwood Boardwalk, Raging Waters Water Park, and Morey's Piers. You'll also find Mariner's Pier and Gateway 26 Casino less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Yes, though parking is limited parking.

Does The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel include a casino at the property?

No, The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool is normally open from June until September.

What do couples enjoy most about The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

Couples will appreciate amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour front desk, and a terrace at this hotel.

Does The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel have connecting rooms available?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel is Cape May, NJ (WWD-Cape May County), which is 7.2 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel.

The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 461 out of 872 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 229 out of 872 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 99 out of 872 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 48 out of 872 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 872 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Dawnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything. Clean room, polite staff.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Donald

Disliked: Staff & service
The room was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean, front desk person very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

DJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good for offseason
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

therese

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
parking was great in off season , spaces look a little tight for prime season beds comfy , totally renovated inside
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JOHN

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very clean and nice
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Angelo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kajan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, great staff, nice place to stay close to everything. Would come back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Barb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a pleasurable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Rosa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in, friendly staff, clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Shakema

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay very clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kacy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice for a short stay at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sarajane

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay! Always a relaxing place to be when we go to the shore.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very Clean and Friendly Staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The waves was a great place to stay for a couple of days-convenient to most walkable attractions and the beach. Staff was helpful and very cordial. We would stay again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top stay in wildwood

Nice clean friendly hotel. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lonna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is friendly, the rooms are clean and the property is walking distance to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Ilinca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Liked: Amenities
Location was great, hotel was very clean and staff was very pleasant and attentive. The price for the stay was very reasonable .
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rosalyn

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time visiting Wildwood and the experience that Waves Hotel gave us was fantastic. It is a small but comfortable hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Marquisha

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not up to date, rooms were small.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is cute, comfortable and clean. The staff is super friendly. I would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025