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Our top choices for Sunset State Beach hotels

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

1. Inn At Moss Landing Point

Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
7.9 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Cute place with everything we needed!"
United States
Tiffany
The price is £96
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Inn At Moss Landing Point
A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

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

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
8.5 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice room great location decent breakfast."
United States
Nancy
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
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.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
3.4 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great for families l!"
United States
Jig
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

4. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
8.5 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was very helpful Had a nice pool."
United States
Ramiro
The price is £87
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
A room with two wicker chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of a beach and water.

5. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
7.6 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (636 reviews)
"Our first time with fully self check in. I had a little issue receiving access instructions, but was able to connect to someone over the phone and they were very helpful. Very charming building and decor and very conveniently located. I would stay again."
United States
Izabela
The price is £115
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

6. Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn
3.5 star property
7.8 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Beautiful location, room was immaculate, and checkin was a breeze!"
United States
Anh Vu
The price is £161
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Monarch Cove Inn
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

7. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
3.5 star property
6.8 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,201 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay it was clean and a fun atmosphere."
United States
Landon
The price is £88
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Lobby

8. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
2.5 star property
8.5 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"It was easy to find and easy to check in. Great location."
United States
Gail
The price is £74
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea
A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

9. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
2.5 star property
3.6 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Staff was super nice , everything very clean, really good breakfast, pool was nice , convenient and close by to shopping and dining. Easy parking."
United States
Julie
The price is £98
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

10. Seascape Beach Resort

Seascape Beach Resort
4.0 star property
4.1 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Beautiful place with all the amenities you need for a great vacation!"
United States
Carrie
The price is £231
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Seascape Beach Resort
A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

11. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn
2.5 star property
4.6 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Greta rooms and breakfast was delicious!"
United States
Syria
The price is £91
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

12. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
3.0 star property
11.1 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,364 reviews)
"Always a great stay! Our second time staying here on our yearly Santa Cruz trip and it was great as always!"
United States
Rosio
The price is £103
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz
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
12.2 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is £85
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Mission Inn
A hotel entrance with a gated driveway, a sign indicating parking is only for hotel guests, and a clear blue sky above.

14. Capitola Hotel

Capitola Hotel
3.5 star property
8 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (570 reviews)
"Always a great stay. Right next to the beach. Staff was great and room was great."
United States
Jeff
The price is £159
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Capitola Hotel
A covered outdoor seating area with stone pillars, a metal fence, and a table with chairs.

15. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
2.5 star property
12.3 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (726 reviews)
"Overall it was nice but I was in the street side and it was very loud, had to use white noise to sleep. Otherwise it was a nice room."
United States
Nicole
The price is £92
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA
A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

16. Inn at Depot Hill

Inn at Depot Hill
4.0 star property
8 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (771 reviews)
"Beautiful Inn and great location! Staff was super nice …"
United States
Joseph
The price is £222
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Inn at Depot Hill
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

17. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
10.6 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (496 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hitching Post Studios Inn
An outdoor seating area with round tables and chairs, string lights overhead, and a large tree in the center.

18. Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection

Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
4.0 star property
11.3 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Oleg
The price is £102
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Hotel Paradox, Autograph Collection
A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

19. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
4.0 star property
9.5 mi from Sunset State Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (21 reviews)
"Room was spotless with a lot of nice amenities. The bed was incredibly comfortable as well!"
United States
Julia
The price is £126
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel
A man and a woman standing in a hallway with a patterned floor and a staircase with geometric designs.

20. Chaminade Resort & Spa

Chaminade Resort & Spa
4.0 star property
10.4 mi from Sunset State Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"It was very good. Would recommend staying here."
United States
SERGIO
The price is £156
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Chaminade Resort & Spa
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Compare popular hotels close to Sunset State Beach

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.
Inn At Moss Landing Point
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
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A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
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.
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola
3.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A two-story building with a blue facade, a red door, and a sign reading 'Captain's Inn at Moss Landing.'
Captain's Inn at Moss Landing
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
636 reviews
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Top Sunset State Beach Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"Great place with a great view and easy access to the shore.It was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay."
Arnold G. 4-night trip
Posted 17 hours ago
Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Watsonville, CA

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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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 306 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 306 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.