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Our top choices for Watsonville motels

WiFi (free), bed sheets

1. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (1,002 reviews)
"As always my stay was incredible. The staff is amazing. They allowed me to check in early which really helps out when I'm driving 6 and 1/2 hours from where I'm living to work"
United States
Amra
The price is P3,875
P5,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Desk, WiFi (free), bed sheets

2. Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
6.0 out of 10, (347 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, convenient shopping nearby"
United States
joseph
The price is P5,367
P6,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 22 - Sep 23
Valley Inn
Fountain

3. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is P7,203
P8,345 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Exterior

4. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay"
United States
Brenda
The price is P3,911
P4,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Desk, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

5. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,012 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, rooms are great as well"
United States
Javier
The price is P4,802
P6,191 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Beachview Inn
Front of property

6. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,542 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is P5,028
P6,609 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Garden

7. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (468 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is P5,367
P6,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Front of property

8. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is P6,347
P7,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Mission Inn
Exterior

9. Travel Inn Gilroy

Travel Inn Gilroy
2.5 star property
Gilroy
7.8 out of 10, Good, (203 reviews)
"It was a cool little spot to stay for the weekend"
United States
Carlos
The price is P5,932
P6,584 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Travel Inn Gilroy
1 bedroom, WiFi (free), bed sheets

10. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (134 reviews)
"AC didn’t work. Room smelled so bad. Left after 5 minutes. Stayed somewhere else. Still disputing with Expedia to get a refund."
United States
Kyle
The price is P6,214
P7,145 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Salt Air Lodge
Reception

11. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (268 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."
United States
James
The price is P4,394
P5,066 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
National 9 Santa Cruz
Beach/ocean view

12. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Corinne
The price is P9,227
P10,616 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Exterior

13. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Very convenient place"
United States
Siddharth
The price is P4,268
P4,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Garden

14. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,218 reviews)
"Staff was extremely helpful and the room was very clean"
United States
Tim
The price is P4,393
P5,125 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
WiFi (free)

15. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (156 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is P4,406
P4,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Drift Inn
Front of property

16. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (94 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is P5,963
P6,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Old Marina Inn
Desk, blackout drapes, WiFi (free), bed sheets

17. Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (521 reviews)
"It was clean, safe and conveniently located."
United States
April
The price is P4,640
P5,220 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Holiday Motel
Seasonal outdoor pool

18. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff is friendly and helpful."
United States
Zhenzhou
The price is P4,470
P5,973 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
Garden

19. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was amazing overall great experience ."
United States
Gloria
The price is P5,549
P6,253 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 27 - Sep 28
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

20. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,027 reviews)
"Nice staff, clean and close to the beach!"
United States
Irinea
The price is P4,645
P5,761 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

10/10 Excellent
"We had a very nice stay at the Monarch."
Charles 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Monarch Resort

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Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
14,013
Accommodation
114 Motels
Lowest Price
P4,352
Highest Price
P10,616

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watsonville?
Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Watsonville. Top sights include Monterey Bay in Watsonville, as well as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the area.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Watsonville?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Pacific Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Central Watsonville is 22.3 mi (35.9 km) away. Lovers Point Inn: Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 21.6 mi (34.7 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey: Central Watsonville is 15.1 mi (24.3 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities are available during your stay. Stargazer Hotel: 23.4 mi (37.6 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
What can I do in Watsonville?
Visitors like Watsonville for the entertainment venues, beaches, and restaurants. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to enjoy all there is to see and do. Must-see places in and around Watsonville include Monterey Bay and Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Sunset State Beach, Manresa State Beach, and La Selva Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center.
What's the seasonal weather like in Watsonville?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Watsonville to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for Watsonville is 21 inches.
What are my options for getting around Watsonville when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Watsonville to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from the city center. You can also search for flights into Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want to rent a car for your trip.

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