Find Swanton motels from $68

Because you'll save on your room, you can make the most of what Swanton has to offer. In the area, favorite places to visit include Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk.

When you stay at a motel, you're likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. With a stay at a motel, you'll often have access to your room directly from the parking lot. In the U.S., motels became more commonplace after World War II with the popularity of car travel and road trip vacations, peaking in the mid-1960s with more than 60,000 properties.

Here you'll find some of our customers’ favorite motels to choose from in the larger area. Ocean Pacific Lodge is located 13 mi (20.9 km) from the heart of Swanton. Enjoy access to the 2 hot tubs, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Surf City Inn and Suites: A full-service spa, free WiFi, and a snack bar/deli are available during your stay. Central Swanton is 13.1 mi (21.2 km) away. Mission Inn: Enjoy access to the sauna, and freebies including breakfast and WiFi. Located 12.2 mi (19.7 km) from the heart of Swanton. Beachview Inn: Central Swanton is 13.2 mi (21.2 km) away. Free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay, along with room amenities like a microwave. Riverside Inn & Suites Santa Cruz: 13.2 mi (21.3 km) from the heart of Swanton. Enjoy access to the free WiFi and free parking, as well as room amenities like a microwave.

Some outdoorsy places nearby include Big Basin Redwoods State Park, Ano Nuevo State Park, and University of California Santa Cruz Arboretum. You'll find these family-friendly sights in the area: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Exploration Center, and Seymour Marine Discovery Center at Long Marine Laboratory. While you're checking out the area, consider visiting Roaring Camp Railroads, University of California, Santa Cruz, and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so we've gathered some data about year-round temperatures in Swanton to help you plan yours. The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and March with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Swanton is 26 inches.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Swanton to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal), which is located 25.9 mi (41.6 km) from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC), which is 26.7 mi (43 km) away. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.