A waterfront with buildings reflecting on the water, palm trees, and a dock extending into the water.

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A coastal residential area with houses, a clear view of the ocean, and a white picket fence.

1. Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

La Selva Beach

Charles C.

$483 nightly

Dec 10 - Dec 11

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a microwave, and a stove.

2. Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5

La Selva Beach

sarah h.

$224 nightly

Dec 6 - Dec 7

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden floor.

3. Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

Watsonville

Charlie & Tiffany H.

$686 nightly

Dec 3 - Dec 4

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a wooden ceiling.

4. 3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!

La Selva Beach

Dominique H.

$603 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

A modern living room with a large ocean view, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

5. Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

Watsonville

Brett S.

$782 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A coastal residential area with a house featuring a garage, a driveway, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

6. Shore Line Retreat - Next to Manresa State Beach!

La Selva Beach

Julie D.

A spacious living area with a staircase, large windows, and a view of the ocean.

7. Sand Dollar Beachfront Home, Direct Beach Access!

La Selva Beach

Autumn H.

$830 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

8. Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access

La Selva Beach

tea

$606 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern house with a view of the beach and ocean.

9. Oceanview Luxury - 5BR - Hot Tub - Steps to Beach

Watsonville

John K.

$2,063 nightly

Nov 28 - Nov 29

Total with taxes and fees

A wooden cabin with a balcony, a staircase, and a wooden deck.

10. Santa Cruz mountain Redwoods: Sunny beautiful home: VRP#221367:

Corralitos

Marisa A.

A spacious living room with a large window overlooking a beach, a fireplace, and leather furniture.

11. Pajaro Dunes Beachfront - Hot Tub + Direct Beach Access

Watsonville

Jill R.

$1,691 nightly

Nov 13 - Nov 14

Total with taxes and fees

A clear pool with stone steps and a metal railing, surrounded by trees and a view of the ocean.

12. Ultimate Resort Retreat, Luxury Amenities, Butler

Watsonville

Raul G.

$1,368 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel stove, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

13. Manresa Surf House 1 bed upstairs unit #4

La Selva Beach

Jessica C.

$247 nightly

Dec 7 - Dec 8

Total with taxes and fees

A bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a dresser, and a view of the outdoors through a sliding door.

14. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

Eastside Santa Cruz

Julia

$156 nightly

Nov 17 - Nov 18

Total with taxes and fees

A room with a balcony, a large mirror, and a decorative cabinet.

15. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

Castroville

Michael T.

$232 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A rooftop terrace with a hot tub, seating area, and a fire feature.

16. Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

Castroville

Sonya H.

$267 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A spacious indoor area with a stone fire pit in the center, surrounded by seating and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

17. 1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

Rio del Mar

Erika W.

$385 nightly

Nov 11 - Nov 12

Total with taxes and fees

A stone fireplace with a view of a pool and outdoor seating area.

18. Studio with ocean view at Seascape Resort

Rio del Mar

Elizabeth H.

$341 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

A modern house with a patio area featuring a wooden table and chairs, a covered seating area, and a potted plant.

19. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

Aptos

Mercedes D.

$288 nightly

Nov 12 - Nov 13

Total with taxes and fees

20. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Rio del Mar

Travis

$443 nightly

Nov 15 - Nov 16

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

Watsonville

10/10 Excellent

William

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

Watsonville

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

Gilroy

10/10 Excellent

Romika

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, seating area, and large windows offering views of the night sky.

Fairfield Inn & Suites Santa Cruz - Capitola

Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Anonymous traveler

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, green walls, and a large window.

Best Western Plus Capitola By-the-sea Inn & Suites

Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Everything was great and the room had features that I can really appreciate. For instance, a sink in the bathroom and outside the bathroom door. Even something as thoughtful as having a card dropbox by the door next to the parking The only downside was the mattress. Both nights I woke up with my lower back and hips aching. I know it was the mattress because I could get up and walk around and it didn’t bother me, but when I laid down again, the ache returned. I ended up sleeping on the sofa in...

Richard

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a chair, a kitchen with a sink, and a fireplace.

Seascape Beach Resort

Rio del Mar

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

A multi-level residential building with a patio area featuring outdoor furniture and lighting.

Saratoga Oaks Lodge

Saratoga

10/10 Excellent

Steve

A modern lobby with a wooden floor, seating area, large windows, and a plant.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Santa Cruz

Westside Santa Cruz

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

A modern house with a balcony, a dining area, and a kitchen.

Towneplace Suites By Marriott San Jose Downtown

Downtown San Jose

10/10 Excellent

Mary

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey

10/10 Excellent

Avegale

A modern hotel with a prominent 'La Quinta' sign, a covered entrance, and a parking area with several vehicles.

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Morgan Hill-San Jose South

Morgan Hill

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Wave Street Inn

New Monterey

10/10 Excellent

We love Wave Street Inn! So close to Cannery Row. The room was comfortable and clean. I usually find something wrong about a place but not here. Plenty of towels, very clean shower, comfy bedding. There’s a couple of fire pits they light on the second floor and plenty of chairs to hang out. Just so very pleased all around.*Please note: they do charge a parking fee for each day of your stay but you know what? You’d be paying to park in a garage or lot anyways. This isn’t any more than that. Plus...

Anonymous traveler

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

Bide-A-Wee Inn

Grove Acres

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Watsonville?

Yes, there are vacation rentals in Watsonville close to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, or you can choose a more remote option if you want a relaxing stay. The beaches and entertainment venues are just a few reasons why tourists like Watsonville. While you're here, grab a bite or have a drink at the restaurants.

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Watsonville has to offer?

GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, LAST MINUTE DEAL!! BOOK NOW -BEAUTIFUL BEACH HOME!!: Visitors give good reviews to this Watsonville vacation home rental, which is located on the beach and has a patio, a barbecue grill, and laundry facilities to put you at ease in your new surroundings. It has 4 bedrooms as well as a kitchen with a dishwasher, a fridge, and a stovetop, so you can cook with friends or family.

How many vacation rentals are there in Watsonville?

With 92 Expedia vacation rentals, you're sure to find just the right place for your Watsonville stay.

What can I see and do in Watsonville?

Monterey Bay and Sunset State Beach are a couple of scenic spots to enjoy the outdoors, whereas Pajaro Valley Historical Association is one of the cultural attractions. While here, Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds and Manresa State Beach are other places worth a visit.

What are vacation rentals like in Watsonville?

Vacation rentals are private accommodations you can stay in for a couple days or more in Watsonville. Vacation rentals offer extras such as WiFi and washers and dryers so you'll feel just like you're staying in your own home. If you're concerned about a clean environment, vacation rentals can offer a sense of safety away from public hotel elevators and busy front desks while still allowing you a great travel experience. You'll also find more space in a vacation rental than in a hotel, which is another reason why a vacation rental is an attractive choice for families.

Watsonville Vacation Rentals

Check prices for these dates

Our top choices for Watsonville vacation rentals

1. Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

2. Manresa Surf House studio upstairs unit#5

3. Shorebirds Getaway: Remodeled 2023: OCEANVIEW 2nd Floor!

4. 3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!

5. Shorebirds 132 Top Floor! All New! Oceanfront w/180° Views - Immaculate/Private!

6. Shore Line Retreat - Next to Manresa State Beach!

7. Sand Dollar Beachfront Home, Direct Beach Access!

8. Unique Sculptured House with Private Beach Access

9. Oceanview Luxury - 5BR - Hot Tub - Steps to Beach

10. Santa Cruz mountain Redwoods: Sunny beautiful home: VRP#221367:

11. Pajaro Dunes Beachfront - Hot Tub + Direct Beach Access

12. Ultimate Resort Retreat, Luxury Amenities, Butler

13. Manresa Surf House 1 bed upstairs unit #4

14. Bella Notte, a ZenStay Hotel

15. Luxurious guest house with Great Views of Monterey Bay

16. Watch Sunsets of the Monterey Bay From a Hilltop Villa

17. 1Bdrm Oceanfront Seascape Beach Resort, hot tub, EV charging, Aptos, Santa Cruz

18. Studio with ocean view at Seascape Resort

19. Aptos Bayview, large 1 Br.Cottage, Pets & parking. Ocean View deck, fire pit

20. Corner Ground Level Seascape Resort 1 Bedroom!

Find vacation rentals that suit your style

Top Watsonville Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

10/10 Excellent

Find out more about Watsonville

Everything you need to know about Watsonville vacation rentals

Watsonville vacation rentals: An excellent choice for every season

How to find incredible deals on Watsonville rentals

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I find vacation rentals in Watsonville?

What are some of the best vacation home rentals that Watsonville has to offer?

How many vacation rentals are there in Watsonville?

What can I see and do in Watsonville?

What are vacation rentals like in Watsonville?

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