Title: Visit Watsonville: Best of Watsonville Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Hotels.d10460.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Vacation-Rentals.d10460.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Watsonville.d10460.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Watsonville Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Watsonville.d10460.Car-Rental-Guide)[Watsonville Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville.d10460.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Watsonville ## Travel Guide ![Watsonville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/5eb6e91c2626818d560fc90de92b3392.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Watsonville](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/af61dd84054f8e7858d79cc0fc8a058e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Photo by Athena Pond](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b2cac868e2fc9db61665d12ffa20bb19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Athena Pond](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/b2cac868e2fc9db61665d12ffa20bb19.jpg) ![Photo by Ashlie Thornburg Freeberg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/640ca2e1023977c5faae88f820d9f838.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Ashlie Thornburg Freeberg](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/640ca2e1023977c5faae88f820d9f838.jpg) ![Photo by Laury Kelly](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/54d790532da47a1e534308c556459caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) [Photo by Laury Kelly](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/54d790532da47a1e534308c556459caf.jpg) ## Visit Watsonville Things to do - Watsonville Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Watsonville ![Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1100/1024/0221d503_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA CA $306 CA $364 total Nov 11 - Nov 12 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,766 reviews) Clean room, great location near Wharf. Near a great breakfast spot with crepes, and breakfast also wonderful at the hotel. Can walk to departure point for whale tours. Reviewed on Oct 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F11%2F2025&endDate=12%2F11%2F2025&selected=1024&PinnedHotelID=1024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10460) ![The Monterey Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/d1fdaaee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Monterey Hotel 407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA CA $130 CA $149 total Nov 12 - Nov 13 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,402 reviews) Very nice stay. Reviewed on Oct 25, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F11%2F2025&endDate=13%2F11%2F2025&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10460) ![Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25100/25067/71809541_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA CA $439 CA $506 total Nov 10 - Nov 11 includes taxes & fees Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,376 reviews) We loved the partial ocean view room with the ocean right under our balcony. Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F11%2F2025&endDate=11%2F11%2F2025&selected=25067&PinnedHotelID=25067&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10460) [See all 2,500 properties in Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=02%2F11%2F2025&endDate=03%2F11%2F2025®ionId=10460) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, OFF SEASON SPECIAL 4 NIGHTS FOR 2 - BEAUTIFUL HOME!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33400000/33395100/33395057/09c2850d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, OFF SEASON SPECIAL 4 NIGHTS FOR 2 - BEAUTIFUL HOME!! Watsonville Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Watsonville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Palm Beach and Pajaro River ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (168 reviews) Great place with beautiful views! Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Hotels-GREAT-OCEAN-VIEWS.h33395057.Hotel-Information) ![Beachfront Condo with Spectacular View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32850000/32847400/32847400/ed79345a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Beachfront Condo with Spectacular View Watsonville Book a stay at this beach condo in Watsonville. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Sunset Wetland Nature Preserve ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (104 reviews) The ocean view from the living room was spectacular! It was so quiet and peaceful. Reviewed on Oct 4, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Hotels-Beachfront-Condo-With-Spectacular-View.h32847400.Hotel-Information) ![Ocean View Beach House in the Sand Dunes on Monterey Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33660000/33656100/33656074/21cde18d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ocean View Beach House in the Sand Dunes on Monterey Bay Watsonville Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Watsonville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Palm Beach and Zmudowski ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (152 reviews) WE didn't have any contact with the property manager (none required, so I can't comment on that) - the towels and house smelled very musty .. the washer had mold in it .. and suspect that is the reason for the musty smell. I expect some "dampness" from beach living .. but it was more than that. One ... 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[](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Madonna-Center-Watsonville.d553248621532640325.Vacation-Attraction) #### Sunset State Beach Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Sunset State Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/Sunset-State-Beach-Watsonville.d6228374.Vacation-Attraction) #### Manresa State Beach 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Manresa-State-Beach-Watsonville.d6151260.Vacation-Attraction) #### Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Enjoy an outing to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds during your stay in Interlaken. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Santa-Cruz-County-Fairgrounds-Watsonville.d6151258.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Step aboard our stable, USCG inspected, 27ft. pontoon boat, and embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure! ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46664379/11af1fe1-de05-44e1-83e7-9719cd2356af.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland CA $63 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wildlife-safari-boat-tour-in-scenic-monterey-bay-wetland.a46664379.activity-details) ![Goddess Fantasy 150 passenger vessel ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44748301/4b6a098f-fa13-4646-9bf7-b8fa6e406128.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay Whale Watching CA $98 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching.a44748301.activity-details) ![Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3402594/57a23632-b8dc-4318-910f-9592490d3227.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour CA $63 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/elkhorn-slough-wildlife-tour.a3402594.activity-details) ![Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4727123/b0039426-a2f4-40df-84b8-4989144625a3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Beginner Surfing Lesson - Pacifica or Santa Cruz CA $195 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/beginner-surfing-lesson-pacifica-or-santa-cruz.a4727123.activity-details) ![Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4252920/81677566-18a6-4e11-abfe-6b1d4f48d69b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy CA $119 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/santa-cruz-redwoods-forest-therapy.a4252920.activity-details) ![Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46531521/42647237-930a-4c0a-91f5-774ac695f2fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Missing Gem Quest Experience in Morgan Hill CA $13 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/missing-gem-quest-experience-in-morgan-hill.a46531521.activity-details) [See all activities in Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Watsonville.d10460.Travel-Guide-Activities) ## Cities near Watsonville ![Aptos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/66e27e888c99718b49145856b41839f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Aptos [](https://expedia.ca/Aptos.dx6435) ![Los Gatos](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/7e0cd80a68a8f9f9aba088cf78ea1f3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Los Gatos [](https://expedia.ca/Los-Gatos.dx8421) ![Photo by Lingling ❤️](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/d0bed49012a7ec22b3052b5fb677bb6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Morgan Hill [](https://expedia.ca/Morgan-Hill.dx8970) ![National Steinbeck Center featuring interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/26000/26837-National-Steinbeck-Center.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Salinas [](https://expedia.ca/Salinas.dx9904) - Cities near Watsonville - Places of interest [Aptos](https://expedia.ca/Aptos.dx6435)[Los Gatos](https://expedia.ca/Los-Gatos.dx8421)[Morgan Hill](https://expedia.ca/Morgan-Hill.dx8970)[Salinas](https://expedia.ca/Salinas.dx9904)[San Juan Bautista](https://expedia.ca/San-Juan-Bautista.dx183013)[Moss Landing](https://expedia.ca/Moss-Landing.dx6048206)[Castroville](https://expedia.ca/Castroville.dx6337749)[Pajaro Dunes](https://expedia.ca/Pajaro-Dunes.dx3000419535)[Soquel](https://expedia.ca/Soquel.dx3000428779) - [Mount Madonna Center](https://expedia.ca/Mount-Madonna-Center-Watsonville.d553248621532640325.Vacation-Attraction) - [Monterey Bay](https://expedia.ca/Monterey-Bay-California.d553248621532640233.Vacation-Attraction) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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