The Waves Hotel, an Ascend Collection Hotel

Hotels
Ascend Collection
8.1 (926 reviews)
4001 Atlantic Avenue , Wildwood , us

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Heating
Lift / Elevator
Express check-in/check-out
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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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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 926 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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Parks solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

No complaints

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Patricia family_with_children us
8
great place, good location, friendly staff
Pros:

Staff was friendly and helpful, Convenient location walk to boardwalk, restaurants, beach was a hike. We would definitely stay again. Pool looked great.

Cons:

Parking was limited and had to juggle a few spots, staff was accommodating and helpful in finding a solution.

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Jaime family_with_children us
10
Nice
Pros:

Location! We walked to the beach and boardwalk. Front desk employees were so nice and accommodating

Cons:

The parking was a little confusing but the people at the front desk took care of it

2026-07-18 via Nuitee
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Trenedy family_with_children us
7
You get what you pay for.
Pros:

The parking was very easy and straight forward. You do have to double park if the hotel gets busy. The room was also clean and staff was so welcoming/ kind. The hotel was very close to the boardwalk and many other good street restaurants in Wildwood. They accommodate to circumstances immediately and are very fast at trying to help.

Cons:

During our stay, the sink fell in the bathroom. I took photos of the rotted glue or whatever adhesive they use for the sink. I’m glad that I was in the bathroom brushing my teeth and not one of my kids or they could have possibly gotten hurt. We did have to move rooms twice since the second room we were given was a handicap room but also borderline unsafe for my family of 4. There was hanging vents, wobbly toilets, and wobbly sinks. We got moved to another room after asking the man at the front desk and he moved us right away. The room was much better than the one prior.

2026-07-17 via Nuitee
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Matthew solo_traveller us
7
2026-07-15 via Nuitee
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Haley couple us
10
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Earl family_with_children us
8
2026-07-14 via Nuitee
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Teal couple us
10
Did the job.
Pros:

Didn't eat there.

Cons:

N/a

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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John family_with_children us
10
Great experience and will continue to book our yearly getaway here! Thanks again
Pros:

The location is great and close to the boardwalk! The staff is incredibly friendly and always at the front desk if you need something. Also we brought a full size truck with a hitch mounted bike rack and the staff found a spot to park it comfortably.

2026-07-07 via Nuitee
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Michael couple us
6
Pros:

Good location, cleanness .

Cons:

I don’t like bc they don’t have balcony, and my room don’t have microwave

2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Mikel family_with_children us
10
2026-07-06 via Nuitee
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Andrea family_with_children us
9
The place was convenient and nice.
Pros:

The location was very convenient walk distance from the beach and boardwalk

Cons:

The elevator only one and no stairs. Making it a little harder when you really had to go up or down.

2026-07-04 via Nuitee
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Melissa family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Everything was good

Cons:

Everything was great

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Danas couple us
10
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Megan family_with_children us
8
2026-06-30 via Nuitee
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Kristen family_with_children us
8
Great location, nice pool, not a real continental breakfast.
Pros:

Location was great. Rooms were clean and beds comfortable. Really enjoyed the heated pool

Cons:

When I book a hotel I always look for places with breakfast included. I expected when advertised for a continental there would be some options like cereals, bagels etc. The only thing they had was one kind of pre packaged muffin and coffee from a machine that you can get at anytime. I feel as if they advertise for a breakfast it should be more than a packaged muffin, especially if people factor that into the budget of not have having to worry about breakfast because it is included in cost of hotel.

2026-06-29 via Nuitee
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Rui family_with_children us
10
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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Stephanie family_with_children us
10
Pros:

Fantastic location!

2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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stacey family_with_children us
8
Very clean, AC worked well, comfortable bed, friendly staff, parking in site was well run.
2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Tuula solo_traveller us
10
2026-06-26 via Nuitee