The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

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Ascend Collection
8.1 (886 reviews)
4001 Atlantic Avenue , Wildwood , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
Soundproof rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Cockroach infestation
Uncomfortable beds

Categories

Cleanliness
7.36
Multiple mentions of cleanliness issues, including cockroach infestation and a dirty lobby.
Service
9.83
Staff were friendly, but had limited presence. Mixed sentiments.
Location
9.37
Convenient location near the beach and attractions.
Room Quality
5.82
Reports of uncomfortable beds, blocked drains, and concerns about bed bugs.
Amenities
6.85
Basic offerings with significant complaints about amenities in the rooms.
Value for Money
8.31
Adequate for the price, though amenities and cleanliness were lacking.
Food and Beverage
8.96
No specific mention of breakfast or other food options; standard quality for this hotel tier.
Overall Experience
8.33
Overall experience impacted by cleanliness and room quality issues, but location and service provided some positive feedback.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 08:30

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodation with Prime Location
The Waves Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Member in Wildwood boasts a prime location within walking distance of Splash Zone Water Park and Morey's Piers. Guests can unwind in the seasonal outdoor pool and enjoy seamless connectivity with free WiFi. The sun terrace offers a perfect spot to relax after a day of exploring Wildwood Beach.

Convenient Amenities for Guests
The hotel provides free private parking and a 24-hour front desk, ensuring a hassle-free stay. Guests can start their day with a complimentary grab & go breakfast and explore nearby attractions like Wildwood Boardwalk and Wildwoods Convention Center.

Nearby Attractions and Easy Accessibility
Situated close to George F. Boyer Historical Museum, The Waves Hotel is a top choice for travelers. With the Atlantic City International Airport just 68 km away, convenience is key for guests flying in.

Book your stay at The Waves Hotel, Ascend Hotel Collection Member for a memorable experience in Wildwood!

Important information:

On May 20th 2024 the pool will be open.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 5 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 886 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.36
Service: 9.83
Location: 9.37
Room Quality: 5.82
Amenities: 6.85
Value for Money: 8.31
Food and Beverage: 8.96
Overall Experience: 8.33
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Alanie • couple • us
8
Pleasant time away
Pros:

The location is fantastic, just a block or so from the boardwalk. The room was clean and the water pressure in the shower was phenomenal. Staff was friendly.

Cons:

You can hear everything from the rooms above yours and the road. It was a very noisy night.

2026-05-23 • via Nuitee
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Frederick • couple • us
8
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Julien • family_with_children • ca
10
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Torres • couple • us
10
2026-05-20 • via Nuitee
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Torres • solo_traveller • us
9
2026-05-15 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • us
8
2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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christine • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

everything felt very safe and welcome

Cons:

no breakfast

2026-05-14 • via Nuitee
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Malissa • family_with_children • us
10
Convenient
Pros:

I loved that the property is walking distance to the board walk and major attractions.

Cons:

The property was great and front desk staff was very nice

2026-05-11 • via Nuitee
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Gina • family_with_children • us
9
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Hampton • couple • us
7
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Jorge • family_with_children • us
9
2026-05-04 • via Nuitee
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Stacey • family_with_children • us
10
Awesome! We will be back in season for sure! 😊💕😊
Pros:

Right by the boardwalk! So perfect for walking around the area!

Cons:

Parking was a challenge, but nothing we couldn’t handle.

2026-04-29 • via Nuitee
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Shannon • couple • us
3
Completely disappointed in the quality of this hotel! Wished I stayed somewhere else!
Pros:

It was somewhat clean. They provided shampoo and conditioner. Bed was okay. I’ve slept on worse.

Cons:

Parking is terrible. The hotel is fairly new. Possibly less than 2 years old. I remember seeing it being built. My expectations were high because it was new. Disappointed in the quality of the building as a whole! The walls are paper thin. I checked in at 11pm. No sooner got into bed to sleep and the person next door started hacking. It sounded like they were in the same room. Not even a muffled sound. It was clear as can be! I had a hard time sleeping. The room itself smelled like tacos. Any movement from the people above us could be heard. The floor boards creaked and moved like you were in a 60+ year old home. The flooring in the room wasn’t installed correctly. It had gaps in it. The bathroom was okay but could’ve done without the hair in the shower and on the toilet, left behind from people who previously stayed in the room. The flooring in the hallway moved and felt like you were going to fall through. I honestly don’t know how they were able to receive their certificate for occupancy. I’ve seen remodels built better than this new construction. You can tell they cut corners and used low grade materials. I wished we stayed at the Days Inn Atlantic City instead!!

2026-04-28 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Alexander • solo_traveller • us
10
Very good
Pros:

Quite

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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heather • couple • us
7
2026-04-23 • via Nuitee
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Samantha • couple • us
6
Would check other places first.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

I had to call a number to find where our key was plus we get in the room and put our good stuff in the refrigerator and the door was open and warm with a giant ice cube in the freezer part. So we couldn’t put our cold stuff in there which now had to be thrown away.

2026-04-22 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-04-19 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • couple • us
5
Uncomfortable
Pros:

Staff was nice and location and staff

Cons:

No breakfast bed hurt my back and my body bad

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Chiara • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Closeness to the Convention Center and the Boardwalk

2026-04-14 • via Nuitee