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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, (1,019 reviews)
"Its location is wonderful"
United States
Ramesh
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 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, (349 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, convenient shopping nearby"
United States
joseph
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
A hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent '6' sign, and a well-maintained outdoor area with plants and a parking lot.

4. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,019 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay"
United States
Brenda
The price is €64
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

5. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,018 reviews)
"The staff was very kind and welcoming. I will definitely stay again!"
United States
Erin
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Mission Inn
A landscaped garden with palm trees, flowering shrubs, and a gravel path.

6. Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (473 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is €81
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hitching Post Studios Inn
The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

7. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,555 reviews)
"Great location!"
United States
Anthony
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

8. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (98 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is €97
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Old Marina Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

9. 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 €77
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Beachview Inn
Room

10. Salt Air Lodge

Salt Air Lodge
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (138 reviews)
"It is a place to sleep."
United States
Monica
The price is €91
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Salt Air Lodge
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, (274 reviews)
"I opted to stay an additional night, I liked this property so much!!!"
United States
Michael
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
National 9 Santa Cruz
A room with a television mounted on the wall, a window with blinds, a heater, a wooden dresser, and a door.

12. Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (159 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Drift Inn
A balcony with rows of beach chairs, a railing, and a view of the beach and ocean.

13. Beach Street Inn and Suites

Beach Street Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Corinne
The price is €143
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Beach Street Inn and Suites
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

14. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,238 reviews)
"I have zero complaints it was a wonderful stay"
United States
Shalay
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A corridor with a brick column, a green door, and a row of windows.

15. King's Rest Motel

King's Rest Motel
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.6 out of 10, Good, (249 reviews)
"Except for the bed I would be giving this motel a 4 or 5 rating. The bed was terrible. Its a metal platform with a spring frame (not a box spring) sitting on top of it. It was topped by a rock hard mattress. Besides being uncomfortable, the bed made very loud noises when you shifted your weight."
United States
Ross
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
King's Rest Motel
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, (1,002 reviews)
"Great value clean room Great Price. Friendly staff"
United States
Curtis
The price is €69
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a microwave, and a door.

17. Gilroy Inn

Gilroy Inn
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.2 out of 10, Good, (956 reviews)
"Thank you for being welcoming and not engaging in fake chit chat with me at check-in you were very polite very receptive and very time friendly when it came down to it your property is extremely clean safe quiet your beds are comfy and cozy I will be returning when I come through traveling through work again thank you"
United States
Zinnia
The price is €88
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Gilroy Inn
A rectangular swimming pool with clear water, marked lanes, and a metal ladder.

18. Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,233 reviews)
"Close proximity to the boardwalk."
United States
Lorena
The price is €75
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Surf City Inn and Suites
A two-story house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a Coca-Cola sign.

19. Economy Inn Morgan Hill

Economy Inn Morgan Hill
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (273 reviews)
"It’s always a good stay at this hotel, fair price and pretty quiet. I enjoy that it’s slightly in the rural area."
United States
Kyle
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Economy Inn Morgan Hill
A poolside area with a lounge chair, a table, and a large umbrella.

20. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz

Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,013 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to the beach and restaurants. Staff is friendly and helpful."
United States
Zhenzhou
The price is €84
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Location was the best, only stayed one night and watched sea otters from our room."
Tim 1-night trip
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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Find out more about Watsonville

Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
13,123
Accommodation
113 Motels
Lowest Price
€64
Highest Price
€143

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.