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Our top choices for Watsonville motels

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (1,010 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, property sets right off the freeway easy on and off, restaurants nearby, and movie theater, cool ocean weather"
United States
KENNETH
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
30 July - 31 July
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
5.8 out of 10, (341 reviews)
"Clean room with no fuss. Excellent value for the price. I would definitely recommend this place."
United States
christopher
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Valley Inn
Fountain

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"miss the breakfast they used to have in dedicated 2nd building room / they said no longer offered"
United States
Rick
The price is NZ$285
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Exterior

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"In town for work and it was a very good stay."
United States
Michael
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
29 July - 30 July
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and plan to stay again the next time we visit the Santa Cruz area."
United States
Angelica
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Mission Inn
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (432 reviews)
"Very clean and quiet Was with my kids and felt safe"
United States
Melanie
The price is NZ$262
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Hitching Post Studios Inn
Front of property

Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (56 reviews)
"Good price, clean, very helpful staff.Location was easy ride to Monterey Aquarium & Cannery Row."
United States
Randy
The price is NZ$210
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July
Old Marina Inn
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,478 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is NZ$232
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Ocean Pacific Lodge
One Queen Bed

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very clean and so convenient next to the beach."
United States
TONY
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Beachview Inn
Beach/ocean view

Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Best location and awesome views- very friendly staff!"
United States
Stephanie
The price is NZ$566
includes taxes & fees
12 Aug - 13 Aug
Beach Street Inn and Suites
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was super kind"
United States
Joyce
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Gilroy Inn

Gilroy Inn
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.2 out of 10, Good, (931 reviews)
"Air conditioning worked well and everything was close by"
United States
Jose R
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Gilroy Inn
Exterior

Travel Inn Gilroy

Travel Inn Gilroy
2.5 star property
Gilroy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (191 reviews)
"It was definitely the best "deal" going for the time period we were in the area. Very reasonable rates. Easy parking. AC worked fine."
United States
marc
The price is NZ$228
includes taxes & fees
23 July - 24 July
Travel Inn Gilroy
Garden

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,138 reviews)
"Easy access from highway and Denny’s is close by. Great value and would stay again."
United States
Grant
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
Front of property

Economy Inn Morgan Hill

Economy Inn Morgan Hill
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (262 reviews)
"Great little spot. Super clean. Great staff."
United States
Mike
The price is NZ$123
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Economy Inn Morgan Hill
Garden

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"The Room was nice and clean ."
United States
Emmanuel
The price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
18 Aug - 19 Aug
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (120 reviews)
"Clean and quiet and inexpensive"
United States
Les
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
Drift Inn
Double Queen

Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (492 reviews)
"Helpful staff and clean rooms, thank you!"
United States
Hedy
The price is NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Holiday Motel
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,006 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay"
United States
William
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Aqua Breeze Inn
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,136 reviews)
"A small walk to the beach and boardwalk"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
Surf City Inn and Suites
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

10/10 Excellent
"Really nice area, well maintained outdoor & inside of room, very clean, quiet even though there’s families with kids and pets, so that was nice. Would highly recommend and will definitely be staying there again in the near future."
Maria Elisa 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

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Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
6,676
Accommodation
114 Motels
Lowest Price
NZ$123
Highest Price
NZ$295

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. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey is located 24.3 km from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Pacific Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities such as a microwave. Central Watsonville is 22.3 mi (35.9 km) away. Stargazer Hotel: Enjoy access to the terrace, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 23.4 mi (37.6 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Sand Castle Inn: Central Watsonville is 20.8 mi (33.5 km) away. Free WiFi, free parking and laundry facilities are available during your stay. The Stevenson Monterey: 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, 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.