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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, (1,000 reviews)
"Its location is wonderful"
United States
Ramesh
The price is ￥8,797
￥11,935 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, shower curtain, and a door.

2. Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
6.0 out of 10, (354 reviews)
"Had a great stay here, thank you!"
United States
Daniel
The price is ￥12,110
￥14,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Valley Inn
A courtyard with a central fountain, surrounded by a variety of plants and a well-maintained lawn.

3. Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
2.0 star property
Marina
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (2,244 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff, big parking lot"
Canada
Changhong
The price is ￥11,870
￥13,828 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great little vacation spot away from the big crowds and corporate atmosphere."
United States
Rich
The price is ￥20,374
￥23,523 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
KimLien
The price is ￥14,511
￥18,054 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
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, (481 reviews)
"Clean and staff was very friendly!"
United States
Grant
The price is ￥12,681
￥14,669 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 15 - Oct 16
Hitching Post Studios Inn
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

7. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,885 reviews)
"clean rooms, lots of parking"
United States
Dannielle
The price is ￥11,255
￥12,965 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Pacific Inn
A hotel room with a large bed, bedside tables, a desk, and a chair.

8. Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,008 reviews)
"Good and affordable hotel"
United States
Aleksandr
The price is ￥10,567
￥13,885 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Beachview Inn
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, (1,564 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
James
The price is ￥11,723
￥15,593 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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, (102 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Clean I would definitely stay there again."
United States
Jerrod
The price is ￥13,836
￥16,043 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Old Marina Inn
An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and seating areas.

11. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,885 reviews)
"Great property with clean and renovated rooms"
United States
Hooman
The price is ￥11,398
￥13,127 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Stargazer Hotel
A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

12. El Castell Hotel

El Castell Hotel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,102 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is ￥11,968
￥13,769 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
El Castell Hotel
A hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent '6' sign, and a well-maintained outdoor area with plants and a parking lot.

13. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very comfortable stay"
United States
Brenda
The price is ￥9,369
￥10,427 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
A sign for Sand Castle Inn with a number 1011, a building with orange walls, and a clear sky.

14. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,231 reviews)
"Really pretty hotel. It was easy to get to and there were tons of places to eat around the hotel. Staff was super nice."
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥10,145
￥11,631 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 28 - Oct 29
Sand Castle Inn
A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

15. Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Had a lovely stay, property nice and clean, staff friendly. Had a nice pool area and outside seating."
United Kingdom
Jacqueline
The price is ￥14,195
￥18,098 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Monterey Bay Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, a fireplace, and a bathroom with a shower and sink.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
2.0 star property
Alta Mesa
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"We’ve stayed here twice now and have had a great experience both times! The updated rooms are nice and the beds are super comfortable. The front desk staff is always friendly, and we love that parking is free and we’ve never had an issue finding a spot. It’s also within a very easy walk of lots of restaurants, which is super convenient. Definitely a place we’d stay again!"
United States
Lara
The price is ￥11,715
￥14,376 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
A lobby with a brick wall, a reception desk, a black rug, and a framed picture on the wall.

17. National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (282 reviews)
"Not luxury, but nice people, good location, clean room."
United States
John
The price is ￥11,082
￥12,776 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 13 - Oct 14
National 9 Santa Cruz
A hotel room with two beds, a television, a lamp, and a view of trees through large windows.

18. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,184 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Gustavo
The price is ￥12,823
￥14,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
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, (161 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
John
The price is ￥11,113
￥12,447 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Drift Inn
A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore. There are houses and trees in the background.

20. Deer Haven Inn

Deer Haven Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice stay"
United States
Evelyn
The price is ￥14,090
￥17,158 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Deer Haven Inn
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn

8/10 Good
"It was fine"
Daniel 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Pacific Inn

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Watsonville Motels information

Number of reviews
10,238
Accommodation
113 Motels
Lowest Price
￥10,427
Highest Price
￥23,523

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Watsonville?
Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy more of the attractions in Watsonville. Top sights include Monterey Bay in Watsonville, as well as Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk in the area.
What are motels like?
At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace at the end of the 1940s when cars became more popular along with road trip vacations, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Watsonville?
Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. The Stevenson Monterey is located 23 mi (37 km) from the heart of Watsonville. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Lovers Point Inn: Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like heating. Central Watsonville is 21.6 mi (34.7 km) away. Pacific Inn: Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and 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 like 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 parking.
What can I do in Watsonville?
Visitors like Watsonville for the entertainment venues, beaches, and restaurants. As you're sightseeing around the area, be sure to 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 roadtrip, 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 temp of 64°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 51°F. Average annual precipitation for Watsonville is 21 inches.
What are my options for getting around Watsonville when 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) from the city center. You can also search 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, you may want to rent a car for your trip.