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Watsonville Travel Guide

Watsonville is a small city in Santa Cruz County, near the Monterey Bay. The central coast of California is a popular spot for travelers, boasting plenty of adventures and activities. Watsonville is a generally wealthy city, with many gated communitues and lots of beach resorts -- including Pajaro Dunes offering amenities like tennis courts, picnic areas, and sport rentals.

Things to Do in Watsonville

Watsonville is home to a variety of parks, landmarks, and museums -- so there's plenty to keep entertained by here. For the history buffs in your group, Gizdich Ranch is like stepping back in time to when Watsonville was first settled. It's also said to serve the best pies in the whole city! Alternatively, Sankat Mochan Hanuman Temple is a Hindi temple in the middle of the city. The large grounds are lined with handmade decorations and create a beautiful, tranquil scene around the temple.

To explore the parks and beaches of Watsonville, plan a visit to Santa Cruz Main Beach. The white sandy shores, azure blue waters, and amenities make for a perfect day out. The beach is equally known as one of the best surfing beaches in the whole world! Rental shops are all nearby, where visitors can hire a surfboard, paddle board, boats, snorkeling equipment, and jet skis. If you preserve to explore inland, don't miss the reserves and salt marshes around Watsonville. Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve is a tidal flat marshland with lots of hiking trails and great bird watching tours. Rent a kayak and venture out on the water where sea lions and otters live.

Best Places to Stay in Watsonville

The best area to stay in Watsonville is near the wildlife area, close to great restaurants, cafes, bars, and the coast. Vacation rentals in Watsonville cater to a range of traveler types and needs, from pet friendly vacation rentals to homes with ocean views. Most vacation homes also feature full kitchens, large living rooms, and laundry rooms -- ideal for large groups.

Best Time to Visit Watsonville

The best time to visit is in September when the weather is warm and there's less chance of rain. The average temperature between June and October is 75 degrees, and the wettest months are from November through to April, with around four inches per month.

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The cheapest day to stay at a vacation rental in Watsonville tends to be Wednesday, while the most expensive day tends to be Saturday. Vacation homes in Watsonville tend to be busiest on Saturdays, while it tends to be much quieter on Tuesdays.
The most expensive month to stay in a vacation rental in Watsonville is in July, while the cheapest month is in November. The most popular time to book a vacation rental in Watsonville is in the high season in July. Watsonville has its low season in January, when less people are visiting and the vacation home occupancy rate drops.

The Weather in Watsonville

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This climate histogram shows you the weather patterns in Watsonville. The hottest month in Watsonville is April, when temperatures peak at 102 ˚F. The coolest month is November, when temperatures drop to 29 ˚F. The wettest month in Watsonville is January with 13.42 inches of rain, while the driest month is November with 0.01 inches of rain.

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Vacation Rentals in Watsonville

Pick the perfect accommodation for your trip at AllTheRooms.com. We aggregate Airbnb, Priceline, Agoda and many more. We have 425 vacation rentals, hotels and other places to stay in Watsonville ranging from cheap options to luxury places to stay. A vacation in Watsonville can be affordable - the cheapest price vacation rental is available at $25 a night. The average price of a vacation rental is generally $270 per night.

Those looking to get some work done during their trip to Watsonville can choose from 152 places to stay that have WiFi. 19 places to stay include a morning meal. Choose from 4 places to stay that provide gym options, so you won't miss a single workout. Driving to Watsonville? Then choose one of the 162 places to stay that comes with a parking spot included. 10 hotels and vacation rentals come with a pool or jacuzzi

AllTheRooms has 32 pet-friendly places to stay in Watsonville, so if you're traveling with your cat or dog you won't have any trouble.

We compare vacation rentals, hotels and other bespoke accommodation types from loads of providers in Watsonville, including 160 places to stay from Airbnb, 9 accommodations from Priceline and 4 places to stay from Agoda

314 accommodations in Watsonville have been reviewed; 72% are rated excellent or good. 137 accommodations allow instant booking.

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