Find Day Valley motels from $68

Because you'll save on your room price, you can experience more of the activities in Day Valley. Not-to-be-missed sights include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay in the area.

At most motels, you're likely to find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trips, peaking in the 1960s with over 60,000 properties.

Here are some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area is located 6.5 mi (10.5 km) from the heart of Day Valley. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and snack bar/deli, as well as room amenities like climate control. Ocean Pacific Lodge: Free WiFi, free parking, and 2 hot tubs are available during your stay. Central Day Valley is 10.1 mi (16.2 km) away. Mission Inn: Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Located 11.2 mi (18.1 km) from the heart of Day Valley. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA: Central Day Valley is 15.9 mi (25.6 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Surf City Inn and Suites: 9.7 mi (15.6 km) from the heart of Day Valley. Enjoy access to the full-service spa, free WiFi, and snack bar/deli.

Must-see places in and around Day Valley include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Monterey Bay. Some outdoorsy places nearby include The Forest of Nisene Marks State Park, Rio Del Mar Beach, and Seacliff State Beach. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park, and Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute. Other places worth a visit include Nicholson Vineyards and Alfaro Family Vineyards.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Day Valley to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually August and September with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and January with an average of 49°F. Average annual precipitation for Day Valley is 20 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about local transportation options in Day Valley to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 5.4 mi (8.7 km) away from the city center. Otherwise, look for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 26.2 mi (42.1 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.