Watsonville
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Visit Watsonville

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Upon arrival, valet was quick and attentive, delivering our luggage to the room as we checked in. Walking through the hotel, it was clean with a pleasant smell. We reserved a double queen room with a courtyard. This room may have worked if it was just myself and my husband. But with us and our two ..."
Reviewed on Jun 19, 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Absolutely superb! Spotless clean, super comfy beds, and great location."
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Restaurant food was very good. Amenities plentiful. Room was too small no table, no counter space in bathroom. Great location to Carmel!"
Reviewed on Jun 18, 2026

Top Floor Full Ocean View Pajaro Dunes Shorebirds Beach Condo-Watsonville, CA
"Nice condo on the ocean, in a quiet area, which is what we wanted. Everything was as advertised. We didn't have to contact the host for anything, as instructions were great."
Reviewed on Jun 14, 2026

Ocean front family & pet friendly charming cozy cottage with beach access.
"Place was very clean and everything you needed was there. The spiral stair case was hard for the 70 year old me but no problem because we could enter our bedroom from outdoor entrance. The boys had no trouble using stairs to beach but again I struggled after having knee surgery awhile back. Overall ..."
Reviewed on Jun 15, 2026

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular View
"Wonderful! Just what we were looking for and literally right on the beach, with amazing views from both the living room and master bedroom. The location in Pajaro Dunes was close to all of the places we wanted to go (Monterey, Santa Cruz, Big Sur, Redwoods, etc.) but still secluded, serene, and peaceful. ..."
Reviewed on Jun 2, 2026
Popular places to visit

La Selva Beach
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.

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.

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.
Mount Madonna Center
Learn about the events happening at Mount Madonna Center during your trip to Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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.
Things to do

Santa Cruz Walking Tour: Discover Downtown & Mission Hill

Capitola Friday Night Food Tour

Santa Cruz Surf Walk: History and Culture Tour







