Best Western Rose Garden Inn

740 Freedom Boulevard
Watsonville, CA 95076
Nightly Rates: ( 94.99 - 99.99 )
2 Star

Property Description

With the finest appointed rooms of hotels in Watsonville and one of the consistently highest rated Best Western hotels in Santa Cruz County, we are conveniently located midway between Santa Cruz and Monterey, minutes from local businesses, beaches, wineries, golf and family entertainment. Centrally located in historic Watsonville, California, we provide quality customer service and amenities for a reasonable rate. We are convenient to the Santa Cruz Beach boardwalk, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, Sunset State Beach, Roaring Camp Railroads, and Gizdich Ranch "U-Pick" berry farm as well as many more local attractions. Guests may choose a spacious guest room with one or two beds, kitchenette, fireplace and jacuzzi tub, or two-room suites. Each room features colorful Mexican d?cor and artwork, and comes equipped with a microwave, mini-refrigerator, cable satellite television with free HBO? and wireless/high-speed Internet access. Guests can also enjoy complimentary continental breakfast, the outdoor heated pool, spa, exercise room and meeting space to accommodate up to 45 people. Pets are welcome! For a friendly, helpful staff and plenty of vacation fun, make a reservation today at this Watsonville hotel - the Rose Garden Inn.

Amenities

· Fitness Center or Spa
· AM/FM Alarm Clock
· Business Center
· Coffee Maker in Room
· 24 Hour Front Desk
· Express Checkout
· Fishing
· Free Parking
· Free Local Telephone Calls
· Hairdryers Available
· Hairdryers Available
· Meeting/Banquet Facilities
· No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
· Pets Allowed
· Pool
· Restaurant
· Safe Deposit Box
· Television with Cable
· Laundry/Valet Services

Rate Disclaimer

Indicative rates are for search purposes only. The entire range of rates may not be available during certain seasons or other specified periods of time. Check for specific rate availability when making a reservation.

Miscellaneous Information

· American Dollars is the native currency.
· Check in time is 3:00 P.M.
· Check out time is 12:00 P.M.
· Time Zone is Pacific Standard Time
· 46 rooms.
· 0 suites.
· 2 floors.

Directions

?From: North Hwy 1 South, take the Watsonville/Gilroy/152 exit. Straight on Main St through six lights. Left on Freedom Blvd at the Super Taqueria/St Patricks (big red brick church) ?From: South Hwy 1 North, take the Riverside exit. Turn left on Main St. Turn right on Freedom Blvd at the Super Taqueria/St Patricks (big red brick church) ?From: Hwy 101 Take Hwy 129 West. Turn right on Main St. Turn right on Freedom Blvd at the Super Taqueria/St Patricks (big red brick church)

Watsonville Airport 2 miles, Monterey Airport 30 miles, San Jose Airport 48 miles

Guarantee Policy

You must use a credit card to book online.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation policies vary from hotel to hotel. Most current and accurate cancellation policies will appear on your confirmed reservation notification.

Area Attractions

Corporate:

* 0.1 mile(s) from Pajaro Valley Water District * 0.5 mile(s) from Superior Court of Santa Cruz * 0.8 mile(s) from Starbucks, 2 locations - near Target is .8 of a mile; near Safeway is 1.9 miles * 1.0 mile(s) from Target/Staples/Ross, All in same shopping complex * 1.0 mile(s) from Savemart/Radio Shack, All in same shopping complex * 1.2 mile(s) from Longs Drugs, 2 locations-Rodriguez St .5 mi; Main St 1.2 mi * 1.3 mile(s) from Granite Construction, local construction company * 1.4 mile(s) from Dole Fresh Vegetables, shipping * 1.4 mile(s) from K Mart, store * 1.4 mile(s) from Orchard Supply Hardware, store * 1.4 mile(s) from Verizon, store * 1.4 mile(s) from Dollar Tree/Big 5, store * 1.5 mile(s) from Walgreens, store * 1.5 mile(s) from PAlos Verdes Unified School District, school district offices * 1.7 mile(s) from AAA, local office * 1.8 mile(s) from Driscoll's, corporate offices - bery growers * 1.9 mile(s) from West Marine, corporate offices - baoting and water supplies * 2.0 mile(s) from Rite Aid/Safeway/Big Lots, stores * 2.0 mile(s) from Watsonville Community, hospital * 2.0 mile(s) from Plant Sciences, corporate offices - berry plant growers * 2.1 mile(s) from Home Depot, store * 2.2 mile(s) from Graniterock/Pavex, corporate offices - granite quarry/road construction * 2.3 mile(s) from Fox Racing Shox, corporate offices - The leader in bicycle, atv, motorcycle, snowmobile and offroad suspension products and solutions. * 2.3 mile(s) from Well Pict Berries, corporate offices - berry growers * 2.5 mile(s) from Watsonville Municipal Airport, airport for small private aircraft

Recreation:

* .5 mile(s) from Cabrillo Lanes Bowling, bowling, arcade, entertainment, restaurant, lounge * .5 mile(s) from Wetlands Nature Center, Come discover the cultural history and natural treasures of our neighborhood wild lands /www.watsonvilleslough.org/naturecenter * .5 mile(s) from Farmers Market, Produce, JCG eggs, honey, locally prepared ethnic foods. Fridays 3-7pm year round www.santacruz.com/Farmers_Markets * 3 mile(s) from SC County Fairgrounds, fairgrounds, horse show arena www.santacruzcountyfair.com * 3 mile(s) from Ocean Speedway, A tight clay, high banked 1/4/ mile track featuring 7 different vehicle divisions www.oceanspeedway.com * 3 mile(s) from CA Ag History Museum, Come and discover the history of agriculture in this area of the country www.aghistoryproject.org * 3.5 mile(s) from Gizdich Ranch, Pick your favorite fruit of the season right off the tree or vine; then, picnic among the apple trees and the hills www.gizdich-ranch.com * 4 mile(s) from Sunset State Beach, The beach features pine trees, mountainous sand dunes, and ocean side picnic spots www.parks.ca.gov * 4 mile(s) from Pajaro Valley Golf Course, Pajaro Valley is one of Coastal California's finest golf courses, located between Monterey and Santa Cruz in the Pajaro Valley. www.pajarovalleygolf.com * 4.5 mile(s) from Spring Hills Golf Course, A par 71, 6000+ yard course that will challenge the best player as well as provide a fun venue for the casual player. www.springhillsgolf.com * 6 mile(s) from Elkhorn Slough, Elkhorn Slough (pronounced "slew") harbors the largest tract of tidal salt marsh in California outside of San Francisco Bay. www.elkhornslough.org * 9 mile(s) from Nisene Marks State Park, The park offers rugged semi-wilderness, rising from sea level to steep coastal mountains of more than 2,600 feet. With over 30 miles of trails, hiking, jogging and biking are some of the activities to be enjoyed here. www.parks.ca.gov * 9 mile(s) from SC Mountain Winegrowers, The Santa Cruz Mountains has been recognized as a premium wine producing region since the late 1800's. The Santa Cruz Mountains Viticultural Appellation became federally recognized as one of the first American viticultural areas to be defined by geophysical and climatic factors in 1981. www.scmwa.com * 10 mile(s) from Whale Watching, Multiple touring companies offer year-round whale watching trips to observe the spectacular diversity and abundance of whales and dolphins inhabiting the Bay. www.montereyinfo.org * 10 mile(s) from Kayaking, Guided sea kayaking tours of Monterey Bay and Elkhorn Slough. Rentals, lessons, and sales. www.kayakconnection.com * 12 mile(s) from Capitola Village, Capitola is an intimate beach village tucked in a river valley in Santa Cruz County on the Monterey Bay. Reminiscent of a village in France or perhaps a Mediterranean coast in Italy. Capitola Village is located along a wide beach with a breathtaking view of Monterey Bay and is home to numerous craft galleries, boutiques and restaurants. www.ci.capitola.ca.us * 14.5 mile(s) from SC Beach Boardwalk, The west coast's only seaside amusement park, the 101-year old Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk features both modern and classic thrill rides, restaurants, miniature golf, video game arcades, and family bowling, all located on a mile of sandy beach overlooking the Monterey Bay. www.beachboardwalk.com * 15 mile(s) from Seymore Marine, Visit a working marine laboratory. Exhibit halls, aquarium, touch tanks, tours to marine mammal research overlook, Ocean Discovery Shop, and unsurpassed vistas of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. www2.ucsc.edu/seymourcenter * 15.5 mile(s) from Mystery Spot, The Mystery Spot is a gravitational anomaly where your perceptions of the laws of physics and gravity are questioned. www.mysteryspot.com * 16 mile(s) from Antique Shopping, Many small locally owned antique shops around the area plus Santa Cruz Antique Fair 2nd Sunday of every month in downtown Santa Cruz. * 18 mile(s) from Gilroy Gardens, A beautiful California amusement park and the only California theme park with a horticultural theme. Ideal for families with young children and garden lovers, Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park features 21 rides, 27 attractions, 6 majestic gardens and the world famous Circus Trees. www.gilroygardens.org * 19 mile(s) from Gilroy Premium Outlets, 145 OUTLET STORES Find impressive savings at Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, Coach, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren...www.premiumoutlets.com * 19 mile(s) from Roaring Camp, Experience an 1880's logging town and see California's towering redwood forests from two historic railroads. Hike through the Big Trees, eat lunch at the BBQ pit nad shop at the General Merchantile. Many special and seasonal events taking place. www.roaringcamp.com * 20 mile(s) from Steinbeck Center, Mission: To tell the story of John Steinbeck's rich legacy and to present, create and explore stories of the human condition. Offers the John Steinbeck Exhibit Hall, Argricultural Museum and a changing art and cultural exhibit. www.steinbeck.org * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Bay Aquarium, Located on the site of a former sardine cannery on Cannery Row in Monterey, California, it is one of the largest aquariums in the world. It is a non-profit organization and its mission is "to inspire conservation of the oceans." www.mbayaq.org

Nearby Cities:

* 3.5 mile(s) from Freedom, CA * 7 mile(s) from Corralitos, CA * 7 mile(s) from La Selva Beach, CA * 10 mile(s) from Moss Landing, CA * 10 mile(s) from Aptos, CA * 12 mile(s) from Soquel, CA * 13 mile(s) from Capitola, CA * 13.5 mile(s) from Castroville, CA * 17 mile(s) from Gilroy, CA * 17 mile(s) from Santa Cruz, CA * 20 mile(s) from Marina, CA * 20 mile(s) from Salinas, CA * 21 mile(s) from Scotts Valley, CA * 22 mile(s) from Felton, CA * 25 mile(s) from Ben Lomond, CA * 27 mile(s) from Monterey, CA * 28 mile(s) from Davenport, CA * 30 mile(s) from Boulder Creek, CA * 31 mile(s) from Carmel, CA * 31 mile(s) from Morgan Hill, CA * 47 mile(s) from San Jose, CA * 56 mile(s) from Big Sur, CA * 75 mile(s) from Half Moon Bay, CA * 81 mile(s) from Oakland, CA * 87 mile(s) from San Francisco, CA

Education:

* 10.5 mile(s) from Cabrillo Community, Cabrillo College is one of the most highly regarded community colleges in the state for its success in the area of transfer and career education * 16.5 mile(s) from UC Santa Cruz, University of California set atop the mountain overlooking the Monterey Bay * 18.5 mile(s) from CSUMB, CA State Monterey Bay-a model pluralistic acedemic community where all learn and teach one another in an atmosphere of mutual respect and pursuit of excellence

Local Attractions:

Watsonville Area: * .2 mile(s) from Historic Watsonville, 1880s Downtown Storefronts & Historic Victorians * 2 mile(s) from Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show * 4 mile(s) from Pajaro Valley Golf Course * 5 mile(s) from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, with fishing, boating, kayaking, whale watching, scuba diving, and much more * 5 mile(s) from Gizdich Ranch with "U-Pick" berries and apples * 5 mile(s) from Sunset State Beach, Pacific Ocean & sand dunes * 7 mile(s) from Manresa State Beach, Pacific Ocean & surfing * 8 mile(s) from Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Preserve, with bird watching, boat tours, kayaking * 9 mile(s) from Seascape Golf Course, Santa Cruz/Capitola Area * 10 mile(s) from Bargetto Winery and many other local wineries * 10 mile(s) from Nisene Marks Redwood State Park * 16 mile(s) from Historic Santa Cruz Beach * 16 mile(s) from downtown Santa Cruz, unique shops and entertainment * 16 mile(s) from Mystery Spot, bizarre natural phenomena * 17 mile(s) from Pasatiempo Golf Course * 20 mile(s) from National Steinbeck Center, multi-media museum in Salinas, the author's birthplace * 20 mile(s) from Monterey State Historic * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Bay Aquarium * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Fisherman's Wharf * 22 mile(s) from Cannery Row * 23 mile(s) from Carmel Mission * 33 mile(s) from Pebble Beach Golf Course

Local Attractions:

Watsonville Area: * .2 mile(s) from Historic Watsonville, 1880s Downtown Storefronts & Historic Victorians * 2 mile(s) from Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show * 4 mile(s) from Pajaro Valley Golf Course * 5 mile(s) from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, with fishing, boating, kayaking, whale watching, scuba diving, and much more * 5 mile(s) from Gizdich Ranch with "U-Pick" berries and apples * 5 mile(s) from Sunset State Beach, Pacific Ocean & sand dunes * 7 mile(s) from Manresa State Beach, Pacific Ocean & surfing * 8 mile(s) from Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Preserve, with bird watching, boat tours, kayaking * 9 mile(s) from Seascape Golf Course, Santa Cruz/Capitola Area * 10 mile(s) from Bargetto Winery and many other local wineries * 10 mile(s) from Nisene Marks Redwood State Park * 16 mile(s) from Historic Santa Cruz Beach * 16 mile(s) from downtown Santa Cruz, unique shops and entertainment * 16 mile(s) from Mystery Spot, bizarre natural phenomena * 17 mile(s) from Pasatiempo Golf Course * 20 mile(s) from National Steinbeck Center, multi-media museum in Salinas, the author's birthplace * 20 mile(s) from Monterey State Historic * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Bay Aquarium * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Fisherman's Wharf * 22 mile(s) from Cannery Row * 23 mile(s) from Carmel Mission * 33 mile(s) from Pebble Beach Golf Course

Local Attractions:

Watsonville Area: * .2 mile(s) from Historic Watsonville, 1880s Downtown Storefronts & Historic Victorians * 2 mile(s) from Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show * 4 mile(s) from Pajaro Valley Golf Course * 5 mile(s) from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, with fishing, boating, kayaking, whale watching, scuba diving, and much more * 5 mile(s) from Gizdich Ranch with "U-Pick" berries and apples * 5 mile(s) from Sunset State Beach, Pacific Ocean & sand dunes * 7 mile(s) from Manresa State Beach, Pacific Ocean & surfing * 8 mile(s) from Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Preserve, with bird watching, boat tours, kayaking * 9 mile(s) from Seascape Golf Course, Santa Cruz/Capitola Area * 10 mile(s) from Bargetto Winery and many other local wineries * 10 mile(s) from Nisene Marks Redwood State Park * 16 mile(s) from Historic Santa Cruz Beach * 16 mile(s) from downtown Santa Cruz, unique shops and entertainment * 16 mile(s) from Mystery Spot, bizarre natural phenomena * 17 mile(s) from Pasatiempo Golf Course * 20 mile(s) from National Steinbeck Center, multi-media museum in Salinas, the author's birthplace * 20 mile(s) from Monterey State Historic * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Bay Aquarium * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Fisherman's Wharf * 22 mile(s) from Cannery Row * 23 mile(s) from Carmel Mission * 33 mile(s) from Pebble Beach Golf Course

Local Attractions:

Watsonville Area: * .2 mile(s) from Historic Watsonville, 1880s Downtown Storefronts & Historic Victorians * 2 mile(s) from Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show * 4 mile(s) from Pajaro Valley Golf Course * 5 mile(s) from Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, with fishing, boating, kayaking, whale watching, scuba diving, and much more * 5 mile(s) from Gizdich Ranch with "U-Pick" berries and apples * 5 mile(s) from Sunset State Beach, Pacific Ocean & sand dunes * 7 mile(s) from Manresa State Beach, Pacific Ocean & surfing * 8 mile(s) from Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Preserve, with bird watching, boat tours, kayaking * 9 mile(s) from Seascape Golf Course, Santa Cruz/Capitola Area * 10 mile(s) from Bargetto Winery and many other local wineries * 10 mile(s) from Nisene Marks Redwood State Park * 16 mile(s) from Historic Santa Cruz Beach * 16 mile(s) from downtown Santa Cruz, unique shops and entertainment * 16 mile(s) from Mystery Spot, bizarre natural phenomena * 17 mile(s) from Pasatiempo Golf Course * 20 mile(s) from National Steinbeck Center, multi-media museum in Salinas, the author's birthplace * 20 mile(s) from Monterey State Historic * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Bay Aquarium * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Fisherman's Wharf * 22 mile(s) from Cannery Row * 23 mile(s) from Carmel Mission * 33 mile(s) from Pebble Beach Golf Course

Local Events:

Watsonville Area: * Cinco de Mayo Celebration in May * Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show, which is the largest in northern California in May * Strawberry Festival in August * Santa Cruz County Fair in September * Apple Butter Celebration in October Santa Cruz/Capitola Area: * Santa Cruz Blues Festival in May * Japanese Cultural Fair in June * Wharf to Wharf Race in July * Cabrillo Music Festival from July to August * Shakespeare Santa Cruz Festival from July to September * Capitola Begonia Festival from August to September * Capitola Art & Wine Festival in September Monterey/Salinas Area: * AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Celebrity Golf Tournament from January to February * Artichoke Festival in May * Laguna Seca Races from June to September * Salinas California State Rodeo in July * Monterey Jazz Festival in September

Local Events:

Watsonville Area: * Cinco de Mayo Celebration in May * Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show, which is the largest in northern California in May * Strawberry Festival in August * Santa Cruz County Fair in September * Apple Butter Celebration in October Santa Cruz/Capitola Area: * Santa Cruz Blues Festival in May * Japanese Cultural Fair in June * Wharf to Wharf Race in July * Cabrillo Music Festival from July to August * Shakespeare Santa Cruz Festival from July to September * Capitola Begonia Festival from August to September * Capitola Art & Wine Festival in September Monterey/Salinas Area: * AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Celebrity Golf Tournament from January to February * Artichoke Festival in May * Laguna Seca Races from June to September * Salinas California State Rodeo in July * Monterey Jazz Festival in September

Local Events:

Watsonville Area: * Cinco de Mayo Celebration in May * Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show, which is the largest in northern California in May * Strawberry Festival in August * Santa Cruz County Fair in September * Apple Butter Celebration in October Santa Cruz/Capitola Area: * Santa Cruz Blues Festival in May * Japanese Cultural Fair in June * Wharf to Wharf Race in July * Cabrillo Music Festival from July to August * Shakespeare Santa Cruz Festival from July to September * Capitola Begonia Festival from August to September * Capitola Art & Wine Festival in September Monterey/Salinas Area: * AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Celebrity Golf Tournament from January to February * Artichoke Festival in May * Laguna Seca Races from June to September * Salinas California State Rodeo in July * Monterey Jazz Festival in September

Local Events:

Watsonville Area: * Cinco de Mayo Celebration in May * Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show, which is the largest in northern California in May * Strawberry Festival in August * Santa Cruz County Fair in September * Apple Butter Celebration in October Santa Cruz/Capitola Area: * Santa Cruz Blues Festival in May * Japanese Cultural Fair in June * Wharf to Wharf Race in July * Cabrillo Music Festival from July to August * Shakespeare Santa Cruz Festival from July to September * Capitola Begonia Festival from August to September * Capitola Art & Wine Festival in September Monterey/Salinas Area: * AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Celebrity Golf Tournament from January to February * Artichoke Festival in May * Laguna Seca Races from June to September * Salinas California State Rodeo in July * Monterey Jazz Festival in September

Local Events:

Watsonville Area: * Cinco de Mayo Celebration in May * Watsonville Fly-In and Air Show, which is the largest in northern California in May * Strawberry Festival in August * Santa Cruz County Fair in September * Apple Butter Celebration in October Santa Cruz/Capitola Area: * Santa Cruz Blues Festival in May * Japanese Cultural Fair in June * Wharf to Wharf Race in July * Cabrillo Music Festival from July to August * Shakespeare Santa Cruz Festival from July to September * Capitola Begonia Festival from August to September * Capitola Art & Wine Festival in September Monterey/Salinas Area: * AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am Celebrity Golf Tournament from January to February * Artichoke Festival in May * Laguna Seca Races from June to September * Salinas California State Rodeo in July * Monterey Jazz Festival in September

Nearby Cities:

* 10 mile(s) from Aptos * 13 mile(s) from Capitola * 16 mile(s) from Santa Cruz * 19 mile(s) from Scotts Valley * 22 mile(s) from Salinas * 24 mile(s) from Gilroy * 28 mile(s) from Monterey * 48 mile(s) from San Jose * 61 mile(s) from Palo Alto * 86 mile(s) from Oakland * 88 mile(s) from San Francisco * 163 mile(s) from Sacramento * 273 mile(s) from Lake Tahoe * 293 mile(s) from Reno, Nevada * 327 mile(s) from Los Angeles

Nearby Cities:

* 10 mile(s) from Aptos * 13 mile(s) from Capitola * 16 mile(s) from Santa Cruz * 19 mile(s) from Scotts Valley * 22 mile(s) from Salinas * 24 mile(s) from Gilroy * 28 mile(s) from Monterey * 48 mile(s) from San Jose * 61 mile(s) from Palo Alto * 86 mile(s) from Oakland * 88 mile(s) from San Francisco * 163 mile(s) from Sacramento * 273 mile(s) from Lake Tahoe * 293 mile(s) from Reno, Nevada * 327 mile(s) from Los Angeles

Nearby Cities:

* 10 mile(s) from Aptos * 13 mile(s) from Capitola * 16 mile(s) from Santa Cruz * 19 mile(s) from Scotts Valley * 22 mile(s) from Salinas * 24 mile(s) from Gilroy * 28 mile(s) from Monterey * 48 mile(s) from San Jose * 61 mile(s) from Palo Alto * 86 mile(s) from Oakland * 88 mile(s) from San Francisco * 163 mile(s) from Sacramento * 273 mile(s) from Lake Tahoe * 293 mile(s) from Reno, Nevada * 327 mile(s) from Los Angeles

Nearby Cities:

* 10 mile(s) from Aptos * 13 mile(s) from Capitola * 16 mile(s) from Santa Cruz * 19 mile(s) from Scotts Valley * 22 mile(s) from Salinas * 24 mile(s) from Gilroy * 28 mile(s) from Monterey * 48 mile(s) from San Jose * 61 mile(s) from Palo Alto * 86 mile(s) from Oakland * 88 mile(s) from San Francisco * 163 mile(s) from Sacramento * 273 mile(s) from Lake Tahoe * 293 mile(s) from Reno, Nevada * 327 mile(s) from Los Angeles

Nearby Cities:

* 10 mile(s) from Aptos * 13 mile(s) from Capitola * 16 mile(s) from Santa Cruz * 19 mile(s) from Scotts Valley * 22 mile(s) from Salinas * 24 mile(s) from Gilroy * 28 mile(s) from Monterey * 48 mile(s) from San Jose * 61 mile(s) from Palo Alto * 86 mile(s) from Oakland * 88 mile(s) from San Francisco * 163 mile(s) from Sacramento * 273 mile(s) from Lake Tahoe * 293 mile(s) from Reno, Nevada * 327 mile(s) from Los Angeles

City Distance:

* 10 miles Aptos * 13 miles Capitola * 16 miles from Santa Cruz * 19 miles from Scotts Valley * 22 miles from Salinas * 24 miles from Gilroy * 28 miles from Monterey * 48 miles from San Jose * 61 miles Palo Alto * 86 miles from Oakland * 88 miles from San Francisco * 163 miles from Sacramento * 273 miles from Lake Tahoe * 293 miles from Reno, Nevada * 327 miles from Los Angeles

Local Attractions:

* 0.5 mile(s) from shopping/dining/movies, Target/Ross/Staples/Longs/grocery stores; authentic Mexican cuisine, California cuisine, Italian, Chinese; historic Fox Theater and Gren Valley Cinema 8 * 3 mile(s) from SC County Fairgrounds, 2601 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, 95076; 831-724-5671 * 3 mile(s) from Ocean Speedway, 2601 E Lake Ave, Watsonville, 95076; 831-476-9466 * 5 mile(s) from Gizdich "U-Pick" Ranch, pick your own berries/apples; 55 Peckham Rd, Watsonville, 95076; 831-722-1056 * 6 mile(s) from Elkhorn Slough, national estuarine wildlife preserve; 1700 Elkhorn Rd, Watsonville, 95076; 831- 728-2822 * 10 mile(s) from kayaking, kayak rentals and tours of different Monterey Bay locations; Kayak Connections 831-479-1121 * 10 mile(s) from whale/dolphin boat tours, chriswhalewatching.com; montereywhalewatching.com; montereybaywhalewatch.com * 12 mile(s) from SC Mountain Wineries, SC appellation is the oldest wine-producing region in CA; santacruzwinetours.com 800-910-2136 * 14.5 mile(s) from SC Beachboardwalk, historic Coney-Island style oceanfront amusement park; 400 Beach St, Satna Cruz, CA 95060 831-423-5590 * 15 mile(s) from Mystery Spot, a gravitational anomaly where balls roll uphill and chairs sit on walls; 465 Mystery Spot Rd, Santa Cruz, 95065; 831-423-8897 * 16.5 mile(s) from UCSC, University of California Santa Cruz; 1156 High St, Santa Cruz, 95064; 831-459-0111 * 17 mile(s) from Seymore Marine Discovery, offers visitors the personal experience of the wonders of marine life in the Monterey BAy; 100 Shaffer Rd, Santa Cruz, 95060; 888-327-8100 * 17.5 mile(s) from National Steinbeck Center, a museum and memorial dedicated to the author John Steinbeck; 1 Main St, Salinas, 93901; 831-796-3823 * 17.5 mile(s) from Santa Cruz Mission, Mission Plaza, Santa Cruz, 95060; 831-425-5849 * 18.5 mile(s) from CSUMB, Calif State University Monterey Bay; 100 Campus Ctr, Seaside, 93955; 831-582-3000 * 18.5 mile(s) from Gilroy Gardens, family theme park ideal for families with young children and garden lovers - features 21 rides, 27 attractions, 6 majestic gardens; 3050 Hecker Pass, Gilroy, 95021; (408) 840-7100 * 19 mile(s) from Gilroy Premium Outlets, 145 Outlet Stores; 681 Leavesley Rd, Gilroy, 95020; 408-842-3729 * 19 mile(s) from Roaring Camp Railroads, "Big Trees" redwood forest, 1880's logging town, historic steam train/narrow guage railroad train ride; 5355 Grahm Hill Rd, Felton 95018; 831-335-4484 * 21 mile(s) from Cannery Row, historic waterfront district made famous by Steinbeck offers attractions and recreation,Cannery Row, Monterey 93940 * 22 mile(s) from Monterey Bay Aquarium, one of the largest aquariums in the world; 886 Cannery Row, 93940; 831-648-4800 * 23 mile(s) from Mazda/Leguna Seca, The 2.238-mile world-renowned race track; 1021 Monterey-Salinas Hwy, Salinas, 93908; 831-327-7322 * 26 mile(s) from 17-Mile Dr/Pebble Beach, experience the magic of a legendary scenic tour that?s home to The Lone Cypress, Seal and Bird Rocks, Fanshell Beach, Point Joe, and the colliding currents of The Restless Sea; pebblebeach.com * 27 mile(s) from Carmel Mission, founded in 1770 and considered one of the most beautiful missions of the chain of california missions on the central coast; 3665 Rio Rd, Carmel, 93923; 831-624-1271 * 28 mile(s) from Big Sur, A drive south down Hwy 1 the terrain offers stunning views, making Big Sur a popular tourist destination; a place defined by its natural features - mountains and water. Here at the edge of the continent, mountains plunge into the sea with little regard for the tiny ribbon of highway that clings tenuously to the slopes * 44 mile(s) from Winchester Mystery House, 160-room 1880's mansion built by Winchester rifle heiress Sarah Winchester after she was told in a seance that she would die if she stopped building; 525 S Winchester Blvd, San Jose, 95128; (408) 247-2101

Shopping:

* 0.5 mile(s) from Farmers Market-Watsonvill, Friday, 3-7pm, year round. Produce, JCG eggs, honey, locally prepared ethnic foods. * 0.5 mile(s) from Gottschalks, department store * 1.0 mile(s) from Target Shopping Center, Target, Starbucks, Staples, Ross, Save Mart, Hollywood Video; Oil Can Henry's; Quiznos; Cold Stone Creamery; McDonalds; Del Taco * 1.1 mile(s) from Watsonville Crossroads, OSH, UPS Store, Trop Aquarium pet store, Jansen Music, Crossroads book store, art supply store, fabric store * 1.1 mile(s) from Watsonville Square, Nob Hill; Longs; Payless Shoes; Bagel Cafe, donutshop; consignment store; H&R Block * 1.2 mile(s) from Dollar Tree Shopping Cent, Verizon; Dollar Tree; Big 5 Sporting Goods; Salvation Army Thrift Store; nail salon; Subway * 1.4 mile(s) from KMart Shopping Center, KMart; Walgreens; Blockbuster; Freedom Furniture; Taco Bell * 1.5 mile(s) from Home Depot, construction; home; gardening supplies * 1.9 mile(s) from Safeway Shopping Center, Safeway; USPS; Rite Aid; Big Lots; ACE; Starbucks; Straw Hat Pizza; California Grill * 10.5 mile(s) from Antiques-Moss Landing, several antique shops together in one central location

Transportation:

* 0.1 mile(s) from Watsonville, We are located on the edge of downtown Watsonville * 0.5 mile(s) from Santa Cruz Metro Transit 12 West Beach St. Watsonville. www.scmtd.com * 2.5 mile(s) from Watsonville Municipal, Watsonville Municipal Airport is a corporate/private plane facility. They offer flight instruction and scenic tours as well. Phone: 831-728-6075 * 14 mile(s) from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk We are also 22 mi to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and 14 mi to Bonfonte Gardens Family Theme Park. * 30 mile(s) from Amtrak From the Amtrak train station in San Jose you can take the bus to Santa Cruz and then the Metro to Watsonville. * 48 mile(s) from San Jose International * 75 mile(s) from San Francisco Internation