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Our top choices for Day Valley motels

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Rio Sands Vacation Rentals

Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
2.0 star property
Rio del Mar
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"We love this family friendly property. Close enough to walk to the beach!"
United States
Shelly
The price is CA $202
CA $233 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Rio Sands Vacation Rentals
Garden

Hitching Post Studios Inn

Hitching Post Studios Inn
2.0 star property
Eastside Santa Cruz
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (424 reviews)
"Absolutely Love This Place! Stay here every time I am in town and recommend it to everyone I know. This is a family friendly place to stay where you can still have family dinners while on vacation. Amazing Owners who remember you and warmly welcome you on your return ❤️"
United States
Brittany
The price is CA $145
CA $167 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hitching Post Studios Inn
WiFi (free), bed sheets

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (1,007 reviews)
"Staff was friendly, property sets right off the freeway easy on and off, restaurants nearby, and movie theater, cool ocean weather"
United States
KENNETH
The price is CA $143
CA $174 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Indoor spa tub

Surf City Inn and Suites

Surf City Inn and Suites
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,126 reviews)
"Hotel was nice for a family staying over night had a room for kids and us parents with the suite. The kids loved the pool."
United States
Mario
The price is CA $109
CA $135 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Surf City Inn and Suites
Front of property

Economy Inn Morgan Hill

Economy Inn Morgan Hill
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
7.6 out of 10, Good, (261 reviews)
"Great little spot. Super clean. Great staff."
United States
Mike
The price is CA $89
CA $100 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Economy Inn Morgan Hill
Queen Room

Beachview Inn

Beachview Inn
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"We had a great stay here for two nights , very friendly staff , easy access to all the attractions on the beachfront , will be back for sure next time we're in Santa Cruz !"
United States
Michael
The price is CA $137
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Beachview Inn
Exterior

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
2.0 star property
Gilroy
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,034 reviews)
"In town for work and it was a very good stay."
United States
Michael
The price is CA $92
CA $102 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA
Deluxe Double Room, Non Smoking

Drift Inn

Drift Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (119 reviews)
"Clean and quiet and inexpensive"
United States
Les
The price is CA $125
CA $140 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Drift Inn
Exterior

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz

Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Great location for families who want to enjoy downtown santa cruz and the boardwalk"
United States
Michael
The price is CA $128
CA $147 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 29 - Jul 30
Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz
Signature Room

Torch Lite Inn

Torch Lite Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Walking distance to the beach"
United States
Fiona
The price is CA $118
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Torch Lite Inn
Front of property

Mission Inn

Mission Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,014 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay and plan to stay again the next time we visit the Santa Cruz area."
United States
Angelica
The price is CA $195
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Mission Inn
Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Valley Inn

Valley Inn
2.5 star property
Watsonville
5.8 out of 10, (339 reviews)
"Clean room with no fuss. Excellent value for the price. I would definitely recommend this place."
United States
christopher
The price is CA $124
CA $143 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Valley Inn
Exterior

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz

Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
7.2 out of 10, Good, (1,015 reviews)
"Staff was friendly and room location was great, everything near by."
United States
Javier
The price is CA $187
CA $213 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Fireside Inn Santa Cruz
Front of property

Ocean Pacific Lodge

Ocean Pacific Lodge
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,481 reviews)
"A great stay close to the boardwalk and pier at a great value."
United States
Lawrence
The price is CA $150
CA $190 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Ocean Pacific Lodge
Reception

National 9 Santa Cruz

National 9 Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (239 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Clean and plenty of parking."
United States
Nahabi
The price is CA $119
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
National 9 Santa Cruz
Standard Double Room, 2 Double Beds

Aqua Breeze Inn

Aqua Breeze Inn
2.5 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Really nice place to stay"
United States
William
The price is CA $163
CA $187 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Aqua Breeze Inn
Standard Single Room

Budget inn

Budget inn
2.5 star property
Morgan Hill
7.8 out of 10, Good, (28 reviews)
"I just like it out there. Quiet. Stars. Watershed hikes. It's good. Rooms and bath are comfy."
United States
Steven
The price is CA $107
CA $121 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Budget inn
Exterior

Morganhill Inn Motel

Morganhill Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (260 reviews)
"Clean room, everything worked, lighted parking, nice area."
United States
Abel
The price is CA $96
CA $108 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 19 - Jul 20
Morganhill Inn Motel
Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board

Islander Motel Santa Cruz

Islander Motel Santa Cruz
2.0 star property
Westside Santa Cruz
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay thank you"
United States
Maria
The price is CA $136
CA $164 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 21 - Jul 22
Islander Motel Santa Cruz
Double Queen

Holiday Motel

Holiday Motel
3.0 star property
Morgan Hill
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (488 reviews)
"Overall it was a comfortable place"
United States
Matilde
The price is CA $104
CA $117 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Holiday Motel
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Top Day Valley Hotel Reviews

Seaside Inn & Suites

Seaside Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Reminded me of the motels we stayed in in in the early sixties…"
Patricia 1-night trip
Posted 8 hours ago
Seaside Inn & Suites

Find out more about Day Valley

Day Valley Motels information

Number of reviews
10,681
Accommodation
57 Motels
Lowest Price
CA $100
Highest Price
CA $235

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Day Valley?
Because you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Day Valley. Not-to-be-missed sights include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay in the area.
What's it like to stay in a motel?
At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.
What are the best motels in Day Valley?
Here are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Bay Front Inn Santa Cruz is located 10 mi (16.1 km) from the heart of Day Valley. Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and terrace. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs are available during your stay. Central Day Valley is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA: Enjoy access to the snack bar/deli, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Located 15.9 mi (25.6 km) from the heart of Day Valley. Mission Inn: Central Day Valley is 11.2 mi (18.1 km) away. Free breakfast and free WiFi are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Surf City Inn and Suites: 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from the heart of Day Valley. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, free WiFi, and snack bar/deli.
What things can I to do in Day Valley?
Must-see places in and around Day Valley include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Some outdoorsy places nearby include The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Rio Del Mar Beach, and Seacliff State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Other places worth a visit include Nicholson Vineyards and Alfaro Family Vineyards.
What's the seasonal weather like in Day Valley?
Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Day Valley to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 49°F. Average annual precipitation for Day Valley is 20 inches.
What are my options for getting around Day Valley when staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Day Valley to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 26.2 mi (42.1 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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