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Our top choices for Watsonville motels

A hotel reception area with a digital display board, a reception desk, and a door to the room.

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)
"Room was clean & bed comfortable. Staff was very nice!"
United States
Elva
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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, (363 reviews)
"Had a great stay here, thank you!"
United States
Daniel
The price is S$108
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Valley Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a television, and a window with curtains.

3. ROYAL INN

ROYAL INN
2.0 star property
Watsonville
7.2 out of 10, Good, (165 reviews)
"Very comfortable and clean"
United States
Rebecca
The price is S$99
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
ROYAL INN
A large ceramic pot with a rustic finish, placed on a circular stone base surrounded by small pebbles.

4. Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"I was upgraded to a two room with a kitchenette. It was on the first floor for convenience and easy to access. It is a secured location and an easy walk to the beach."
United States
Christy
The price is S$191
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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.

5. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,015 reviews)
"Clean and quite location"
United States
jatinder
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
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, (497 reviews)
"Easy parking"
United States
Christian
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a striped carpet, and a wooden headboard.

7. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"This is one of my favorite places to stay at Santa Cruz very clean and quiet in the front desk gal is very kind and friendly"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Beachview Inn
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

8. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (288 reviews)
"Great budget hotel. Clean and friendly/honest and good parking situation too"
United States
Guenn
The price is S$103
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
National 9 Santa Cruz
A building with a yellow facade, a covered outdoor area with a palm tree, and a large flowering bush.

9. Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,011 reviews)
"I will stay there again"
United States
Judy
The price is S$146
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Mission Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

10. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,206 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
Julio
The price is S$105
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
A swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by windows and indoor seating area.

11. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,088 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Douglas
The price is S$106
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
El Castell Hotel
An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture under a large tree, surrounded by a checkered lawn and a building in the background.

12. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"We loved the landscaping & the mattresses were very comfortable."
United States
Jessica
The price is S$119
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Monterey Bay Lodge
A hot tub with a metal ladder, surrounded by greenery and a concrete deck.

13. Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,552 reviews)
"Lovely, spacious , well appointed, clean rooms, professional friendly staff, nice pool and hot tubs, and fantastic location; will definitely be back!"
United States
Tasia
The price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Ocean Pacific Lodge
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

14. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,920 reviews)
"Great little motel - clean & reasonable!"
United States
Marla
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Pacific Inn
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

15. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,282 reviews)
"Parking was great"
United States
Princewill
The price is S$90
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a chair, and a desk.

16. Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,032 reviews)
"Great place to staying!"
United States
LI
The price is S$108
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

17. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,269 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Timothy
The price is S$98
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Sand Castle Inn
A parking lot with a clear view of mountains in the background.

18. Travel Inn Gilroy

Travel Inn Gilroy
2.5 star property
Gilroy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (211 reviews)
"Very clean rooms smelled like fabuloso !"
United States
Rosaura
The price is S$122
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Travel Inn Gilroy
A motel with a sign indicating a vacancy.

19. Old Marina Inn

Old Marina Inn
2.0 star property
Marina
7.8 out of 10, Good, (107 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is S$127
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Old Marina Inn
A corner room with a large window, a built-in fireplace, and a mounted TV.

20. Gilroy Inn

Gilroy Inn
2.0 star property
Gilroy
7.2 out of 10, Good, (971 reviews)
"It was close to restaurants, but the hotel itself was outdated and needs sprucing up."
United States
Michael
The price is S$123
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Gilroy Inn
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

8/10 Good
"Each room has a microwave, mini fridge with freezer, ironing board, variety of lighting, TV, personal round table, and corner seat and chair. Room service is by request. The lobby has free water and coffee and other drinks and is open 24/7. The pool and hot tub were nice to be able to use year round."
Allen 3-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Stargazer Hotel

Find out more about Watsonville

Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
11,813
Accommodation
113 Motels
Lowest Price
S$90
Highest Price
S$191

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.

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