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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, (1,005 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 £67
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
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, (348 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, convenient shopping nearby"
United States
joseph
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Valley Inn
A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

3. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is £99
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

4. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (470 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is £68
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

5. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,220 reviews)
"I have zero complaints it was a wonderful stay"
United States
Shalay
The price is £61
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

6. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff, great location."
United States
Michael
The price is £66
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Beachview Inn
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

7. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,009 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is £93
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Mission Inn

8. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (135 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 £79
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Salt Air Lodge
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

9. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,549 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is £86
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

10. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (96 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is £73
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Old Marina Inn
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

11. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (269 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."
United States
James
The price is £60
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
National 9 Santa Cruz
A two-story house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a Coca-Cola sign.

12. Economy Inn Morgan Hill

Economy Inn Morgan Hill
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (272 reviews)
"Clean"
United States
William
The price is £64
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Economy Inn Morgan Hill
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

13. 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 £71
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

14. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,028 reviews)
"Nice staff, clean and close to the beach!"
United States
Irinea
The price is £69
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
A hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent '6' sign, and a well-maintained outdoor area with plants and a parking lot.

15. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay"
United States
Brenda
The price is £52
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
A street view with a building featuring a pink fence, a tree, and parked cars.

16. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,010 reviews)
"Very convenient place"
United States
Siddharth
The price is £55
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A parking lot with a clear view of mountains in the background.

17. 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 £76
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Travel Inn Gilroy
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

18. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Corinne
The price is £111
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Beach Street Inn and Suites
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, (157 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is £59
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Drift Inn
A garden with various plants and a metal fence.

20. Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
2.0 star property
Sunset
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Everything was amazing overall great experience ."
United States
Gloria
The price is £75
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Recently renovated and very clean. Comfy and quiet. However, the renovations are a lil bit slapdash. The towel bar in my room was broken and held in place by some gel like glue, for ex. The bed was firm and the sheets and towels crisp. I enjoy a rough towel. Not even kidding. The body wash may or may not resemble dish soap. Sensitive skin folks you already know to bring your own. I’d stay here again."
Eliza 1-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites

Find out more about Watsonville

Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
12,104
Accommodation
113 Motels
Lowest Price
£52
Highest Price
£111

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. 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 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.