The Best Hotels Closest to Sunset State Beach in Watsonville - 2026 Updated Prices

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A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

A snack and treat display area with shelves of various snacks and a chalkboard sign.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

3.4 mi from Sunset State Beach

Jose

£105

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and a small table.

A room with two wicker chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of a beach and water.

A corner room with wicker chairs, a small table with candles and glasses, and a view of a fenced field through large windows.

A beach with waves, a distant industrial structure, and a cloudy sky.

2. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

7.6 mi from Sunset State Beach

Nathan

£105

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

A reception desk with a wooden wall backdrop displaying the text "INN AT MOSS LANDING POINT".

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, and a potted plant.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a building with a sign indicating 'Moss Landing Point' and 'Shop & Hotel Entrances'.

3. Inn At Moss Landing Point

7.9 mi from Sunset State Beach

Renato

£94

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

A pool area with a clear sky, a building with a tiled roof, and outdoor furniture.

A hotel lobby with seating areas, a bar, and a reception desk.

A two-story building with a covered entrance, arched windows, and a tiled roof.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

8.5 mi from Sunset State Beach

Anna Christine

£116

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

A landscaped pathway with a view of the sea, surrounded by trees and a lamp post.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

5. Monarch Cove Inn

7.8 mi from Sunset State Beach

Deborah

£162

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites sign with a clear view of the hotel building in the background.

A gym with various exercise equipment including treadmills, an elliptical, and free weights.

A coffee station with two coffee machines and a variety of coffee pods and cups.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

3.6 mi from Sunset State Beach

Joel

£113

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A balcony with two chairs, a small table with a vase of flowers, and a view of a parking lot and amusement park.

A roller coaster at a seaside amusement park with a beach and pier in the background.

A red popcorn machine with a large container of popcorn, a pot, and a phone receiver.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony, and large colorful wall art.

7. Carousel Beach Inn

10.8 mi from Sunset State Beach

Carmen

£69

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

A hotel room with a large bed, a night sky mural, a wall-mounted heater, and a nightstand with a lamp.

An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, green umbrellas, and potted plants.

A spacious dining area with wooden tables and chairs, a mural of tropical plants on the wall, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

8. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

8.5 mi from Sunset State Beach

Nathan

£115

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A residential building with a paved pathway, wooden benches, and lush greenery.

A modern dining area with red chairs and a wooden table, a kitchen with red cabinets, and a fireplace.

A hotel room with a large window, a desk with a computer, a chair, a small table, and a decorative branch on the wall.

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8.5 mi from Sunset State Beach

Nhu

£84

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A swimming pool area with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a lifebuoy.

A modern office space with a wooden desk, office chair, and a large abstract painting.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

10. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

4.6 mi from Sunset State Beach

Syria

£101

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A beach view with a sign for Marea Sol Hotel, palm trees, and a pier with boats.

A balcony with a table and chairs, overlooking a beach and pier with palm trees.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and a blue ottoman. There is a desk with a chair, a framed picture on the wall, and a large window with curtains.

11. Marea Sol Hotel

10.9 mi from Sunset State Beach

Lisa

£95

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

12. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6.8 mi from Sunset State Beach

Michael

£130

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

A modern reception area with a wooden log wall, a beverage refrigerator, and a view of the sea.

A hotel room with two beds, a stone wall, a mural of a pier, and a window.

A spacious lobby with a wooden reception desk, a large wall mural, and a modern chandelier.

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

11.1 mi from Sunset State Beach

WESTRAY

£123

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

A reception desk with a "Welcome to the Golden State" sign, a "Treats" sign, and two refrigerated display cases.

A hotel with a flat facade, multiple windows, and a sign that reads "Champs Ely."

A snack and beverage section with refrigerated display cases and shelves stocked with snacks and drinks.

14. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

12.3 mi from Sunset State Beach

Linda

£105

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

A modern kitchen with a dining table, chairs, a microwave, and a coffee maker.

A modern kitchen with a microwave, refrigerator, and wooden cabinets. There is a round dining table with two chairs and a potted plant.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

15. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

9.5 mi from Sunset State Beach

Andrea

£146

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

A residential building with a tiled roof, a covered patio area, and a palm tree.

A kitchen with a water dispenser, a coffee machine, and a view of pink flowers through the window.

A hot tub with two people, a wooden deck, and a lattice wall with hanging flower baskets.

16. Mission Inn

12.2 mi from Sunset State Beach

KimLien

£93

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

17. Inn at Depot Hill

8 mi from Sunset State Beach

Jeff

£277

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A spacious living area with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with wooden chairs, a counter with a display, and shelves with bottles.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a television on the wall and a painting above the desk.

A cozy lounge area with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bar area with a neon sign.

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

12.2 mi from Sunset State Beach

Paul

£87

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

A reception area with two sofas, a plant, a map display, and a view of the outside.

A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

A building with a blue and yellow facade, a sign indicating no vacancies, and the name "Ocean Pacific Lodge".

19. Ocean Pacific Lodge

11.3 mi from Sunset State Beach

Anthony

£86

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar seating, and built-in appliances.

A modern lounge area with sofas, a coffee table, surfboards on the wall, and a fireplace.

A Hyatt Place hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a clear sky, and a well-lit facade.

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

11.1 mi from Sunset State Beach

Grester

£116

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Sunset State Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing	9.2 Wonderful 625 reviews	View
Inn At Moss Landing Point	9.2 Wonderful 1,008 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
Monarch Cove Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,001 reviews	View

Top Sunset State Beach Hotel Reviews

Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Watsonville, CA

10/10 Excellent

"Comfortable place as described. The bed was super comfortable. Access to and view of the beach was fantastic!"

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

10/10 Excellent

"Had a nice visit room was clean"

Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled

10/10 Excellent

"This trip marks the fourth year in a row we have come back to Maria's property. Everything is always perfect. Cant wait until next year."

Cozy beach condo with ocean access. Easy drive to Santa Cruz or Monterey.

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was wonderful."

Beachfront Condo with Amazing Views, Comfort, and Fun for Everyone

10/10 Excellent

"Would stay here again. Had the dishes and utensils we needed. Convenient to walk to the beach had a wonderful time and beautiful weather!"

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

10/10 Excellent

"Great property on a beautiful beach."

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

10/10 Excellent

"We had such a wonderful time in this beautiful, comfortable and clean Shorebirds third floor condo! The ocean views were incredible! We could see dolphins and sea lions looking out our window. The furniture and beds were very comfortable and truly relaxing. We really appreciated the umbrella and chairs for the beach. Such a lovely unit that makes a wonderful beach get away. Thank you!"

Beach Condo, 3 Bedrooms/2 Bath, Sleeps 9 Private Corner Patio Views of Dunes

10/10 Excellent

"We Loved the condo and location"

Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

10/10 Excellent

"Stunning little condo that was so immaculate and clean. The host was very communicative and everything went very smooth. Would highly recommend this as a peaceful getaway!"

Other attractions near Sunset State Beach

A sandy beach with waves, houses, and a clear sky.

Manresa State Beach

9.0/10 (27 reviews)

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manresa State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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A coastal landscape with a grassy slope, a tree, and a beach.

La Selva Beach

8.6/10 (60 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at La Selva Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve

You can take time to visit Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve during your travels to Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Castro Adobe State Historic Park

You can take time to visit Castro Adobe State Historic Park during your travels to Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley.

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Watsonville Square Shopping Center

8.8/10 (48 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Watsonville Square Shopping Center during your trip to Watsonville. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Zmudowski State Beach

9.0/10 (12 reviews)

You can take time to visit Zmudowski State Beach during your travels to Moss Landing. Stroll along this romantic area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Ramsay Park

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Ramsay Park is just one of the places to see in Watsonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sunset State Beach?

Sunset State Beach is located in Watsonville. Travellers like the surrounding area for its beaches, restaurants and sporting events. You'll find 305 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Sunset State Beach?

Located 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Sunset State Beach, Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data.

How many hotels are there close to Sunset State Beach?

Expedia has 305 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Sunset State Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sunset State Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Sunset State Beach.

What can I see and do near Sunset State Beach?

Lounge by the water at Manresa State Beach and La Selva Beach. Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve, Pajaro River Mouth Nature Preserve and Ramsay Park are beautiful places to appreciate nature. You might plan a visit to Castro Adobe State Historic Park or Zmudowski State Beach while you're in the area.

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Our top choices for Sunset State Beach hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

2. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

3. Inn At Moss Landing Point

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

5. Monarch Cove Inn

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

7. Carousel Beach Inn

8. Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

9. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

10. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

11. Marea Sol Hotel

12. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

13. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

14. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

15. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

16. Mission Inn

17. Inn at Depot Hill

18. Inn At Pasatiempo

19. Ocean Pacific Lodge

20. Hyatt Place Santa Cruz

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Top Sunset State Beach Hotel Reviews

Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Watsonville, CA

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Serene & Modern~ Ocean Front View~ 2 Bd 2 Bth~1st Fully Remodeled

Cozy beach condo with ocean access. Easy drive to Santa Cruz or Monterey.

Beachfront Condo with Amazing Views, Comfort, and Fun for Everyone

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

Beach Condo, 3 Bedrooms/2 Bath, Sleeps 9 Private Corner Patio Views of Dunes

Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

Other attractions near Sunset State Beach

Manresa State Beach

La Selva Beach

Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve

Castro Adobe State Historic Park

Watsonville Square Shopping Center

Zmudowski State Beach

Ramsay Park

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