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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of La Selva Beach

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Free buffet breakfast
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains
Exterior
Indoor pool, pool loungers
Exterior

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$240
includes taxes & fees
10 Jan - 11 Jan 2026

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1855 Main St, Watsonville, CA, 95076
  • Place, Watsonville Square Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ramsay Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, La Selva Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Accessible)

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobility Accessible)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

Room amenity

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible Bathtub (Communications, Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Watsonville

At Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG, you'll be 9.9 km (6.2 mi) from La Selva Beach and 10.7 km (6.6 mi) from Manresa State Beach. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an indoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .Enjoy the 24-hour gym and pool loungers. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, coffee/tea in a common area and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 15-minute drive of this Watsonville hotel include Seascape Golf Club and Cabrillo College.

What's nearby

  • Watsonville Square Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ramsay Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • La Selva Beach - 9 min drive - 11.8 km
  • Rio Del Mar Beach - 10 min drive - 14.3 km
  • Monterey Bay - 24 min drive - 35.3 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 27 min drive
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪California Grill of the Pajaro Valley - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Cowboys Corner Cafe - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Hotel with free breakfast, in the vicinity of La Selva Beach
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business centre. Free breakfast is served. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in common area are also featured at the business-friendly Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Watsonville hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 65 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG offers 65 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site 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 cot
  • 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 centre

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 centre
  • 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 cot

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 and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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)
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG) guidelines.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Up to 2 children aged 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Suites Hotel Watsonville
Holiday Inn Express Suites Watsonville
Holiday Inn Express Watsonville
Holiday Inn Express Suites Watsonville Hotel
Watsonville Holiday Inn Express
Holiday Inn Express Hotel And Suites Watsonville
Holiday Inn Watsonville

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

As of 12 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG on 10 Jan 2026 start from AU$240.32, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

Yep, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

The closest beach to Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG is Capitola Beach (16.3 km).

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG has an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger.

Is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an indoor pool, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG is a hit with families.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG serve breakfast?

Yeah, free buffet breakfast is available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

No, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 525 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 296 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 37 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 36 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing - spend your money elsewhere!

Booked a room for 3 adults in a king suite but the roll out bed’s springs were poking through the mattress — they could be felt by hand without even the pressure of a body on them. The hotel misrepresented what the had to offer and charged us the full stay although we left after one night. We had a roll out bed at the next hotel, but it actually had cushioning and was comfortable. Main bed was lumpy but okay. The room smelled musty upon entering. Prepared eggs were rubbery and the boiled eggs inedible. Overall very disappointing stay, especially when we were looking for a calm, clean, and comfortable place for ourselves while while my father was going through hospice. Would never book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nataliia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you everything was good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
The breakfast has gone down hill. Ive been staying at this hotel for years but i have not been impressed with the food. Egg was so dry it tasted like cardboard. The fruit, oranges and apples were going bad. They used to offer fresh fruit but now it’s not worth the money. I will be staying at different facilities moving forward.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARCO

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Hugo

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
They gave me a room that was not cleaned and I didn’t notice but someone had a prostitution service there the night before I checked in and i had kids with me and i have photos to prove this along with my family as witnesses, we did not notice any of this until the next morning because there was women hair in the bathtub and the prostitution receipt as well
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

angelo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean rooms and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jerold

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a easy and quick check-in. All staff was very nice and accommodating. The room was comfortable and clean. It was an over all great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anahi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
welcoming staff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine, Bakersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, nice staff,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean , well lighting, felt safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We ended up at Holiday Inn Suites after one night in a different hotel that was fulthy. The stincre
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Soua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

GAREN

Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great, clean, swimming pool was nice. The issue is when it comes time for breakfast, they are shorthanded, and several items were empty such as coffee, coffee cups, ketchup and so on. The room was spacious with two TVs, comfortable bed. The tub was new, but the bottom was not set right and would wobble when you would stand on it (as if you are on a surfboard). $300 a night is a little stipe for this type of service, but it is on off the affordable properties around there
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

subash

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s one of the best hotels in California in my last 9 days the La Jolla embassy suits by Hilton still a great and better than this . This one is a hidden Gem in this Santa Cruz area .
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Pang

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tawanda

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were really clean and organized everything you need. It was perfect for our family of five. The breakfast was delicious. The front desk lady was phenomenal. Went above and beyond to help. Least favorite checking into the room. It was hot and stuffy. The air conditioning wasn’t turned on.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jose

Business traveller
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Decent place for a small city
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alma

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Geoffrey

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No internet, very noisy neighbor with children (8) people in a room, staff did nothing to quell the situation, brown recluse spider in the bathroom, refrigerator was missing a foot so it was super wobbly, I love the brand but this was the worst one ever, sadly, it wasn’t cheap either and the breakfast was way overcooked. Great hotel gym however, one of the best! I won’t be back but I won’t give up on the brand.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Alberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good all
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025