Watsonville Area Information & Links

Things to Do

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Spring Hills Golf Club
Gizdich Ranch
Wetlands of Watsonville Nature Center
Sunset State Beach Watsonville
Palm State Beach Watsonville
Two Small Farms
Pajaro Valley Golf Club
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
Pajaro Valley Historical Association Museum
River Run Vintners
Capitola Beach
Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Mystery Spot
Wineries & Wine Tasting
Windy Oaks Winery
Natal Vineyard
Alfaro Family Vineyard & Winery
Pleasant Valley Vineyards
Corralitos Wine Cellars
Clearview Orchards


Spring Hills Golf Club
Par 71, 6000+ yards that will challenge the best as well as provide a fun venue for the casual player.
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Gizdich Ranch Spend a day with your family at our family ranch and breathe in the fresh air and countryside atmosphere. Pick your favorite fruit of the season right off the tree or vine and picnic among the apple trees and the hills. Take home a jar (or two) of fresh berry jams, or enjoy the best pies this side of the Rockies!
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Wetlands of Watsonville Nature Center
The Wetlands of Watsonville Nature Center can be found adjacent to Ramsay Park and features educational displays explaining the area's famous sloughs as well as six miles of hiking trails.
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Sunset State Beach Watsonville
Features a campground and picnic area open year around for your enjoyment. Reservations are recommended.

Palm State Beach Watsonville
Offering visitors picnic facilities, BBQ's, outdoor showers and more. while soaking in the sites and sounds of California's Pacific Ocean.

Two Small Farms
A fruit stand and farmers market from the combined forces of High Ground Organics and Mariquita Farm located in Watsonville and Hollister California. Specializing in organic vegetables, strawberries, herbs, and flowers, Two Small Farms is a great attraction for family fun.
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Pajaro Valley Golf Club
18-holes, a putting green, chipping green, practice bunker, driving range, clubhouse and banquet center await your arrival at Pajaro Valley Golf Club.
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Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca
Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca is located about 10 miles inland from the Pacific Ocean and the beautiful town of Monterey. Visitors from all around the world visit the destination to sample its fine wines, incredible restaurants, golf courses and Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca. The world-renowned track is closer than you think, being just a two-hour drive from downtown San Francisco, three hours from Sacramento, and five hours from Los Angeles.
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Pajaro Valley Historical Association Museum
A treasure of historic buildings including the Bockius-Orr House, William H. Volck Museum in the Carriage House, and the Snyder Archive. Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. Research is available and conducted by appointment only. Group and school tours are welcome.
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River Run Vintners
Established in 1978, this family-operated winery is located at the southern end of the Santa Cruz Mountains, providing a diverse selection of varietals.
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Capitola Beach
Capitola is an intimate beach village tucked in a river valley in Santa Cruz County on the tip of Monterey Bay. Capitola enjoys a lively population full of tradition and history.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
Ride the world-famous Giant dipper roller coaster and enjoy a spectacular beachfront setting. Admission is free. Open daily, the Santa Cruz beach boardwalk had something for everyone!
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Mystery Spot
The Mystery Spot is a gravitational anomaly located in the redwood forests of Santa Cruz, California. It is a circular area of effect around 150 feet or 46 meters in diameter. Within the Mystery Spot you will be stunned as your perceptions of the laws of physics and gravity are questioned. But don't take our word for it, come and decide for yourself!
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Wineries & Wine Tasting
Solis Winery 3920 Hecker Pass Hwy Gilroy, CA 95020
(408) 847-6306

Windy Oaks Winery
Watsonville, CA 95076
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Natal Vineyard
1310 Green Valley Road Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 750-0271

Alfaro Family Vineyard & Winery
420 Hames Rd Corralitos, CA 95076
(831) 728-5172

Pleasant Valley Vineyards
600 Pleasant Valley Rd Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 728-2826

Corralitos Wine Cellars
420 Hames Rd Watsonville, CA 95076
(831) 728-5172

Clearview Orchards
The orchards are in a beautiful terraced setting overlooking the valley and Watsonville. Only a mile from the Ocean and La Selvia beach means the air is fresh and there is nothing better than wandering around the orchards picking your own fruit. You can bring your own picnic and settle down to enjoy the setting. Fancy another apple. They are right there! Varieties include Cameos, Mitsus, Johnny Gold, Granny Smiths though some are only briefly available when in season.

Highlights

Downtown Information

• City Name: WATSONVILLE
• Direction From City Center To Hotel: WEST
• Distance From Hotel: 1.0MI

Local Information

• Golf Within10.0MI
• Tennis Within2.0MI

Local Insider

• Must See:
  • The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a family favorite of the hotel's guests. Watsonville, California is about a half-hour from exhibits of flamingos, seahorses, giant octopi, sea otters (to name a few) and the popular penguin feeding in the Splash Zone.
• Must Do:
  • Roaring Camp Railroads in Felton provides visitors with a memorable journey through towering redwoods on a steam train. You can also board the beach train to ride along the rocky shores of the coast. It's all just 18 miles from this Watsonville hotel.
• What's New:
  • The famous Mystery Spot promises an out-of-this-world experience for everyone. The attraction has a 45-minute tour that just may cause you to question gravity and perception. The hotel's location in Watsonville, California is only 14 miles from the fun.
• Don't Go Home Without:
  • Relish stunning ocean views as you scream through the twists and turns of the Giant Dipper at Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. In addition to the rides, this seaside amusement park has an arcade, mini golf, laser tag and plenty of dining and shopping options.
• Tips:
  • Guests and locals enjoy pleasant weather year-round in Watsonville, but hotel patrons should be sure to at least pack a light jacket, as the evenings tend to be cooler. If you plan to go exploring or shopping, remember to pack comfy walking shoes, too.