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Our top choices for Watsonville motels

A hotel room with two beds, each with patterned bedding, a small bedside table with a phone, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

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)
"Its location is wonderful"
United States
Ramesh
The price is NZ$150
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a window with curtains, and a wall-mounted air conditioning unit.

2. Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
6.0 out of 10, (360 reviews)
"Had a great stay here, thank you!"
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$156
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Valley Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

3. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,898 reviews)
"Fantastic budget friendly hotel"
United States
Sean
The price is NZ$151
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pacific Inn
A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

4. Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Yasmeen
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Stage Coach Lodge
A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

5. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
Villa Del Monte
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,046 reviews)
"Clean and comfy cottage, convenient location, kitchen was nice, beds were very comfortable. I definitely would stay here again."
United States
Maryann
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Lone Oak Lodge
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

6. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,894 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Stargazer Hotel
An outdoor patio with a fire pit, seating area, and string lights.

7. Villa Franca Inn

Villa Franca Inn
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (768 reviews)
"Great service"
United States
kimberlee
The price is NZ$132
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Villa Franca Inn
A serene outdoor area with a water feature, palm trees, and a stone pathway.

8. Casa de Fruta Cabins, Inn & RV Park

Casa de Fruta Cabins, Inn & RV Park
3.0 star property
Hollister
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (483 reviews)
"My family and I stayed here"
United States
Erika
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Casa de Fruta Cabins, Inn & RV Park
A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

9. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean and quiet, and we had an adjoining room to our sons which was very convenient. Would stay again!"
United States
Jonathan
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore. There are houses and trees in the background.

10. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Evelyn
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Deer Haven Inn
A two-story building with a covered porch, columns, and a flower bed with pink flowers.

11. Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay here, nice part of town, and convenient to get around to Cannery Row plus the beach. Very nice hotel, staffing, and amenities."
United States
Caylee
The price is NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Arbor Inn Monterey
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

12. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the landscaping & the mattresses were very comfortable."
United States
Jessica
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Monterey Bay Lodge
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

13. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Mission Inn
A room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

14. Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (530 reviews)
"It was clean, safe and conveniently located."
United States
April
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Holiday Motel
A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

15. Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"A nice, simple stay—nothing fancy, but clean, comfortable, and good for the price"
Canada
Navpreet
The price is NZ$149
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Padre Oaks
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a separate shower area, and a vanity with a bathtub.

16. Carmel Hill Lodge

Carmel Hill Lodge
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (859 reviews)
"Comfy beds!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Carmel Hill Lodge
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

17. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,244 reviews)
"very pleasant stay at an older motel."
United States
Sheryl
The price is NZ$119
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Sand Castle Inn
Room

18. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (152 reviews)
"Clean , and close to Santa Cruz boardwalk"
United States
Julio
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Salt Air Lodge
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

19. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (166 reviews)
"The staff is nice but they could clean a little better."
United States
Armando
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Drift Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, and a window with curtains.

20. Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was great from check in to the end of the stay. Location is great, the room was clean and worked out perfect."
United States
John
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aqua Breeze Inn
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

8/10 Good
"Check in was easy. Good amount of parking. Room was spacious and clean. Very good value for the area!"
Marilyn 5-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
Pacific Inn

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Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
10,336
Accommodation
113 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$119
Highest Price
NZ$232

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watsonville?
When you save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Watsonville. Top sights include Monterey Bay in Watsonville, as well as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the area.
What are motels like?
When you stay at a motel, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Motels in the US boomed at the end of the 1940s with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Watsonville?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to book in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 37 km from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Lovers Point Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as heating. Central Watsonville is 21.6 mi (34.7 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 22.3 mi (35.9 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Stargazer Hotel: Central Watsonville is 23.4 mi (37.6 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a Smart TV. El Castell Motel: 22.5 mi (36.2 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Watsonville?
Visitors like Watsonville for the entertainment venues, beaches and restaurants. As you're sightseeing around the area, make sure that you 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 road trip, 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 temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and December, with an average of 11°C. Average annual precipitation for Watsonville is 539 mm.
What are my options for getting around Watsonville while 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) away from the city centre. Otherwise, look 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, consider renting a car to explore more sights.