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Our top choices for Watsonville family-friendly hotels

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Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

2.5 star property
Watsonville
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1001)
"Friendly staff and very clean. We really enjoyed our stay."
United States
Nancy
The price is AED 372
AED 431 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Best Western Rose Garden Inn
Free buffet breakfast
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
Watsonville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The parking lot was limited, however the staff was very friendly and obliging. "
United States
Laura
The price is AED 511
AED 588 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 January 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Coffee service
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area

2.0 star property
Watsonville
6.6 out of 10, (999)
"Clean room, friendly staff "
United States
Eddie
The price is AED 251
AED 293 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Motel 6 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area
Interior
Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

La Selva Beach
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1)
"Great location and well equipped vacation rental."
United States
Charles C.
The price is AED 364
AED 1,669 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!
Property grounds
Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach

Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach

Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (22)
"Seamless check in. Big kitchen with nice eating area was packed with every appliance you would need during a short stay.Spacious outdoor seating with views of the ocean and easy beach access. Great family getaway."
United States
Deborah P.
The price is AED 4,040
AED 6,892 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 January 2026
Oceanfront Retreat Pajaro Dunes Beach, crashing wave views, private beach
Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, Hulu
Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

Watsonville
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (264)
"Excellent place to stay and wonderful view. So much to do at the facility Great instructional letter sent by the host that explains everything we needed. "
United States
James N.
The price is AED 1,322
AED 2,639 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Dec - 15 Dec
Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!
Exterior
Pacific Coast Inn

Pacific Coast Inn

2.0 star property
Watsonville
5.8 out of 10, (67)
"Clean room and good service "
United States
Gerardo
The price is AED 294
AED 340 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Pacific Coast Inn
Front of property
Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1527)
"Excellent hotel within walking distance of the aquarium and restaurants which was a plus!"
United States
Corey
The price is AED 804
AED 915 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Victorian Inn
Interior entrance
El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1905)
"Nice little Motel. Definitely staying here again with the family. They actually have a 3 queen option which is great for a family with kids. "
United States
JOSE
El Castell Motel
Lobby
The Inn at 1252

The Inn at 1252

2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1000)
"Great location - reasonable pricing "
United States
Aaron
The Inn at 1252
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.
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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"All very good, very clean and very friendly people. "
Jaime 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

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Frequently asked questions

What's Watsonville like for family-friendly vacations?
If you've been thinking about a vacation with your kids, Watsonville is a good choice. The biking trails, beaches, and entertainment are just some of the things that make this the perfect spot for family trips. Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is the closest airport, or Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 18.6 mi (29.9 km) from the city center.
What's the best place to stay for a family trip to Watsonville?
Best Western Rose Garden Inn is a hotel with an outdoor pool and free parking, and it's a top choice on Expedia for families. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG is another good choice for your family trip.
When's the best time to book a family-friendly vacation in Watsonville?
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's there to see and do with your family in Watsonville?
While you are vacationing in Watsonville, you and the family might want to see interesting spots such as Watsonville Square Shopping Center and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Make sure you have lots of time for activities like Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and Capitola Wharf.