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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

2.5 star property
Watsonville guestrooms with free WiFi

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Indulge in a diverse spread of international cuisine at our buffet, featuring omelets, cheese, and more.
Relax by the pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs and a staircase leading to additional seating.
Welcome to Holiday Inn Express & Suites, a convenient hotel with a simple design and ample parking.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, flat-screen TV, and comfortable sofa.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area and a kitchen in the background.

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
1855 Main St, Watsonville, CA, 95076
  • Watsonville Square Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • La Selva Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Sunset State Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower (Communications, Mobil, Roll-In Shower)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Suite, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Watsonville

Close to the beach.At this Watsonville hotel, you'll be within 6 miles (10 km) of La Selva Beach and 9 miles (15 km) of Manresa State Beach. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Sunset State Beach and Seascape Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • 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 Restaurant - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

Watsonville guestrooms with free WiFi
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG offers its guests an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. There's an onsite business center. Free breakfast is served. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a 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 is 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 safes and coffee/tea makers. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

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

  • 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 cribs (infant beds)!

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)
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 each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

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 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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG is 1.9 mi (8-min drive) away from the Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG on Aug 24, 2025 start from $165.0, excluding 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.

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 6.2 mi (14-min drive) from La Selva Beach and 6.6 mi (14-min drive) from Manresa State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG offer free breakfast?

Yes, Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG offers free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

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

This hotel offers free self parking.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG features an indoor pool.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG to downtown Watsonville?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG is 1.4 mi away from Watsonville.

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 527 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 300 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 33 out of 1004 reviews

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 Excellent

Nereyda

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

8/10 Good

Christine

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

8/10 Good

Marcel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great comfort during our stay with friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Carolina

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Javier

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Luis

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The perfect stay! The whole family loved it!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angelica

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

8/10 Good

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ariana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
People get good customer service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rassmy

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Connor

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

better hotel in Watsonville

Breakfast was the best!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Seth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Eloise

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

10/10 Excellent

adolfo

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Giovanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

howard

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

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the nicer hotels in the Watsonville/Freedom area. Easy parking grocery across the street. Of course the room is clean etc…
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodrigo

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad deal

As soon as I booked it online, not realizing it wasn't through the hotel directly, I needed to cancel due to travel plans change. I was charged and was unable to cancel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025