Watsonville Square Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Manresa State Beach - 9 min drive - 7.1 miles
La Selva Beach - 10 min drive - 7.1 miles
Sunset State Beach - 11 min drive - 6.7 miles
Rio Del Mar Beach - 11 min drive - 8.4 miles
Getting around
Salinas Station - 27 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 61 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 7 min walk
Las Islitas Mariscos - 12 min walk
Olivia's Cafe - 3 min drive
Imura Japanese Restaur - 6 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG
Hotel near Seascape Golf Club
Located close to Sunset State Beach and Manresa State Beach, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG provides a free breakfast buffet, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym. Free in-room WiFi and a business center are available to all guests.
You'll also find perks like:
An indoor pool with sun loungers
Free self parking
Express check-out, a TV in the lobby, and multilingual staff
A vending machine, free newspapers, and concierge services
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 65 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves
Languages
English, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Limited onsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Free buffet breakfast
Coffee and tea in common areas
Things to do
24-hour gym
Indoor pool
TV in common areas
Family friendly
In-room crib
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Safe at front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Business services
Business center
Outdoors
Pool loungers
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible gym
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
1 building
3 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Free crib
Bathroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided
Entertainment
32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Laptop workspace
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 17 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
We should mention
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG have a pool?
Yes, this property has an indoor pool.
Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG located?
Situated near the beach, this hotel is within 9 mi (15 km) of La Selva Beach, Manresa State Beach, and Sunset State Beach. Seascape Golf Club and Rio Del Mar Beach are also within 9 mi (15 km).
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 524 out of 998 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 998 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 998 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 998 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 998 reviews
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
8.6/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
I love to stay there, very clean and delicious breakfast bufet
Geisel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10
The perfect stay! The whole family loved it!
Irene
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
4/10
Electric went out. Staffs are very friendly and hospitality. If electric didn’t went out and if breakfast was served, would give five stars.
Kyaw
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10
The stay my family had there was great. They say it was nice spot because of the cleanliness of the place and the hotel was close to the activities we had planned there.
Giovanne
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10
Great staff, great rooms for our family of 5
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
10/10
Awesome hotel
Juan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
People get good customer service
Ariana
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
8/10
It is in a good central location. Close to everything.
Robert
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
8/10
One of the nicer hotels in the Watsonville/Freedom area. Easy parking grocery across the street. Of course the room is clean etc…
John
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
8/10
All-round good stay
Keith
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
10/10
Nice and quiet they serve a good breakfast and good dining options at walkable distance
Alejandro Valdez
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10
Easy check in, very friendly and breakfast in the morning very good.
Katrina
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Loved it
Rigoberto
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
10/10
Great stay with friendly staff.
David
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
We had a great stay, clean and comfortable rooms
Robert
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Staff was very friendly and professional. Will definitely stay there again
William
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Did a last minute booking here for an unexpected overnight. Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room, parking was easy. No complaints!