Watsonville Travel Guide

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Mama you didn’t tell me that that’s what artichokes look like
Mama you didn’t tell me that that’s what artichokes look like
This view will never get old! It’s not busy and very peaceful.
Great hiking around the slough. Saw lots of sea birds and otters, crabs, lizards and even 3 different snakes. Trails are easy hiking and they also do kayak trips into the slough. Fun place to see nature.
Great area to view the sunset without the congestion of Santa Cruz area. Manresa Beach!
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is 5.162.268 ₫ per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
5.162.268 ₫
6.138.207 ₫ total
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,949 reviews)
Everything was great!

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,512 reviews)
Clean rooms, great location, friendly staff!

Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026

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Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave Monterey CA
Stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,703 reviews)
Nicely decorated warm and welcoming

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

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Fern River Resort

Fern River Resort

3 out of 5
5250 Highway 9 Felton CA
Stay at this beach cabin in Felton. Enjoy free parking, a private beach and a garden. Popular attractions Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Roaring Camp Railroads ...
9/10 Wonderful! (473 reviews)
Cabin 11A was spotless and very warm. The only downside to the stay is the heater is extremely loud. It’s a loud buzz that continues for over an hour. It’s not pleasant & is hard to tune out. Almost sounds like an alarm. Not sure if staff is aware? Unless all the heaters sound like this.

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Fern River Resort
Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

Global Luxury Suites San Jose Downtown

4 out of 5
77 N Almaden Ave San Jose CA
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour business centre. Popular attractions SAP Center at ...
6.4/10 (37 reviews)
This location was great! The bed was comfortable and the apartment was clean. Would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

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Studios Inn

Studios Inn

3.5 out of 5
348 S. Clover Ave San Jose CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Jose. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (98 reviews)
Just my fridge has noice, the rest were perfect.

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

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Popular places to visit

B89ND5 View of La Selva Beach with ice plant. Image shot 2009. Exact date unknown.

La Selva Beach

Why not spend a care-free 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.

La Selva Beach
Sunset Time View at Crystal Cove State Beach Shoreline with Ocean Waves, Newport Beach City, California

Sunset State Beach

Why not spend a care-free 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.

Sunset State Beach
Manresa State Beach

Manresa State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manresa State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Manresa State Beach

Mount Madonna Center

Learn about the events happening in Mount Madonna Center during your trip to Watsonville. Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.

Mount Madonna Center

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

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.

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

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