The Best Hotels Closest to Sunset State Beach in Watsonville for 2026

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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 modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and coffee machines.

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.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

5.5 km from Sunset State Beach

Jig

￥16,208

￥18,843 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

A modern lounge area with a fireplace, blue armchairs, a beige sofa, and a small table.

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

2. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

13.6 km from Sunset State Beach

William

￥17,201

￥19,924 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

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

A modern lobby with green chairs, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with shelves of snacks.

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.

3. Inn At Moss Landing Point

12.8 km from Sunset State Beach

Tiffany

￥16,498

￥19,884 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 17 - Nov 18

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

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.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a teal carpet, and large windows with blinds.

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

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

13.7 km from Sunset State Beach

Michael

￥16,594

￥19,245 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A hotel with a central entrance, multiple balconies, and a sign reading 'Bella Notte'.

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

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

15.3 km from Sunset State Beach

Julia

￥15,491

￥27,546 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 9 - Nov 10

A buffet with various food items, including omelets and other dishes, served in metal containers.

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

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV, a desk, and a window.

A mini-fridge stocked with beverages and a freezer with frozen desserts.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

5.7 km from Sunset State Beach

Julie

￥19,138

￥22,130 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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

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.

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

13.7 km from Sunset State Beach

Gail

￥14,074

￥16,281 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 16 - Nov 17

A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating and a bridge over the water.

A spacious bar area with multiple seating arrangements, a long counter, and hanging pendant lights.

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, surrounded by a garden with rocks and plants.

A tranquil garden with a pond, a bridge, and a building with outdoor seating.

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10.9 km from Sunset State Beach

John

￥16,594

￥19,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

9. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

7.3 km from Sunset State Beach

Syria

￥16,667

￥19,185 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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

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

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

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

10. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

12.3 km from Sunset State Beach

Izabela

￥22,633

￥25,277 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and pendant lighting.

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

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

11. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

19.8 km from Sunset State Beach

Adrian

￥15,436

￥17,978 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

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

A hotel room with a bed, a bedside table with a phone, a vase of flowers, a nightstand with a lamp, a mirror, and a painting of a beach scene.

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

12. Mission Inn

19.6 km from Sunset State Beach

Judy

￥14,379

￥17,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

6.6 km from Sunset State Beach

Carrie

￥27,540

￥43,438 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with round tables and chairs, a stone fireplace, and a railing.

A modern hotel lobby with a long reception desk, bar seating, and artwork on the walls.

A modern lobby with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a round table, and a reception desk.

A hotel reception area with two reception desks, a digital check-in kiosk, a wall with a 'Less Monday More Summer' sign, and a blue decorative wall.

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

20.5 km from Sunset State Beach

Michelle

￥18,534

￥21,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

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

A dining room with a fireplace, wooden chairs, a chandelier, and a view of trees through large windows.

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

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

15. Inn at Depot Hill

12.9 km from Sunset State Beach

Joseph

￥38,116

￥52,133 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

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

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

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

17.9 km from Sunset State Beach

Frank

￥18,534

￥21,453 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed, a desk, and a view of the outdoors.

A buffet with various food options, including omelets and other dishes.

A modern hotel room with a wooden desk, a yellow chair, a flat-screen TV, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a mini-fridge.

A modern living room with a blue sofa, a floor lamp, a large window with a view of trees, and a radiator.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

18.8 km from Sunset State Beach

Maria

￥19,766

￥22,835 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 3 - Nov 4

A hotel room with a large bed, a bathroom with a bathtub, and a wooden floor.

A bathroom with a large mirror, a bathtub, two yellow chairs, and a television on a cabinet.

A wooden pergola with climbing plants, a central fountain, and a paved walkway leading to a building entrance.

A reception area with a receptionist desk, a large potted plant, a sofa with a colorful cushion, and a view through the glass doors.

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

18.8 km from Sunset State Beach

Alan

￥14,683

￥16,991 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

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 room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

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

19. Monarch Cove Inn

12.6 km from Sunset State Beach

Anh Vu

￥29,948

￥34,060 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 27 - Oct 28

The Ocean Pacific Lodge building with a clear blue sky.

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

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

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

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

18.1 km from Sunset State Beach

Tasia

￥11,615

￥15,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Sunset State Beach

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola	9.4 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Inn At Moss Landing Point	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites	9.2 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View

Top Sunset State Beach Hotel Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

"Perfect place and amazing views!"

Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice place in a very peaceful location right on the beach."

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

8/10 Good

"Our family had a great weekend"

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

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful property with beautiful views!"

Epic 180° Ocean Views: Monterey to Santa Cruz + Stunning Mural Interior

10/10 Excellent

"House was very clean with nice beach views and beach access."

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

10/10 Excellent

"It was a perfect spot for us! The view was amazing. The kitchen was well stocked and the beds were very comfortable!"

Pajaro Dunes Vacation Home on Epic Private Beach for family or Romantic Getaway

8/10 Good

"Nice lower level option!"

Shore Line Retreat - Next to Manresa State Beach!

10/10 Excellent

"Enjoyed our stay here with grandparents, nieces, and aunties/uncles for my father's birthday. Access to the beach was perfect. House fairly well-stocked and we prepared all our meals there. Enjoyed the beach and sunset views from all floors of the house!"

Remote Oceanfront Retreat Between Santa Cruz & Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"We enjoyed our stay so much. It felt like a home away from home during our vacation. Thank you so much for the stay. Great host, excellent communication, and we cannot wait to come back."

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 vacation is part of your travel plans, Manresa State Beach might be the perfect place to seek out 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 carefree 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 enjoy retail therapy at Watsonville Square Shopping Center during your stay in Watsonville. Wander 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 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. Travelers 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.

Where is the best place 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 traveler data.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Sunset State Beach?

Expedia has 306 hotels and other accommodations 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! Most room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Sunset State Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sunset State Beach?

To find more details about changing or cancelling your stay near Sunset State Beach, head over to our customer service page.

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. Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

3. Inn At Moss Landing Point

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

5. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

7. Quality Inn & Suites Capitola By the Sea

8. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

10. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

11. Hampton Inn Santa Cruz West, CA

12. Mission Inn

13. Seascape Beach Resort

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Santa Cruz, CA

15. Inn at Depot Hill

16. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Santa Cruz by IHG

18. Comfort Inn Santa Cruz North

19. Monarch Cove Inn

20. Ocean Pacific Lodge

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Top Sunset State Beach Hotel Reviews

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

Modern Beach Front Pajaro Dunes 1st Floor Condo - Yards From Beach/Gated Entry

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

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

Epic 180° Ocean Views: Monterey to Santa Cruz + Stunning Mural Interior

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

Pajaro Dunes Vacation Home on Epic Private Beach for family or Romantic Getaway

Shore Line Retreat - Next to Manresa State Beach!

Remote Oceanfront Retreat Between Santa Cruz & Monterey

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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