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 Reviews - Watsonville Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Watsonville ![Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/54000000/53150000/53146600/53146566/80806b23_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville 75 Lee Road Watsonville CA CA $173 CA $199 total Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Watsonville. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (988 reviews) The staff were amazing! They were so friendly and if we needed anything they were right there for us. The breakfast was good and the wifi was fast! 100% recommend. It was nice staying somewhere we were made to feel welcomed. The staff works very hard and their customer service is top tier! Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=04%2F01%2F2026&endDate=05%2F01%2F2026&selected=53146566&PinnedHotelID=53146566&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10460) ![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 $265 CA $316 total Jan 12 - Jan 13, 2026 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,842 reviews) Beautiful hotel. Welcoming, friendly staff. Clean rooms. Convenient location. We look forward to coming back. Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F01%2F2026&endDate=13%2F01%2F2026&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 $162 CA $185 total Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,470 reviews) Lovely historic hotel with good service. Please don’t add grey click-lock flooring or modern furniture! Don’t change a thing! Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F01%2F2026&endDate=16%2F01%2F2026&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=10460) [See all 2,536 properties in Watsonville](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F12%2F2025&endDate=01%2F01%2F2026®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 CA 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! (171 reviews) Views are 5 star. Sitting on the deck you feel like you can put your feet in the surf. Quiet neighborhood. Sound of the surf puts you to sleep nightly. Be prepared for getting your steps in, 42 stairs from bottom floor to top. Certainly enjoyed our stay, Al was quick to answer and assist with any ... Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Hotels-GREAT-OCEAN-VIEWS.h33395057.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 CA 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 ... 9.8/10 Exceptional! (155 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 ... Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025 [](https://expedia.ca/Watsonville-Hotels-Ocean-View-Beach-House-In-The-Sand-Dunes-On-Monterey-Bay.h33656074.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 CA 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! (106 reviews) Everything was wonderful. One of the queen sized beds could really use a new mattress. 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Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its restaurants. [](https://expedia.ca/La-Selva-Beach-Watsonville.d6228379.Vacation-Attraction) ![Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/54d790532da47a1e534308c556459caf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Elkhorn-Slough-National-Estuarine-Research-Reserve-California.d6328070.Vacation-Attraction) #### 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. [](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) #### 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) #### 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. 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