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A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a variety of seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A modern hotel with a covered entrance, multiple floors, and a well-lit facade.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, a sink, and a built-in microwave.

A store interior with shelves stocked with snacks and drinks, a large sign reading "TREATS", and a mural on the wall.

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

16.2 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

RAQUEL

HK$894

HK$993 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring large wooden columns, a central seating area with red and orange chairs, and a visible shop in the background.

A multi-story hotel with a central entrance, large windows, and a landscaped front yard.

A hotel reception area with wooden reception desks, a patterned wall, and a shop named "The Shop" in the background.

A modern retail kiosk with a variety of snacks, beverages, and a coffee machine.

2. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

16 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Debora

HK$796

HK$884 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A spacious indoor area with wooden flooring, a large glass window, and several chairs and tables.

A modern interior with a bar area, wooden flooring, and large windows offering views of greenery.

A cozy living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a bookshelf. Large windows offer views of trees and a building.

A garden with a small stream, rocks, and bear sculptures.

3. Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn

16.6 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Richard

HK$834

HK$925 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a covered entrance, a prominent '6' sign, and a well-maintained outdoor area with plants and a parking lot.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with curtains.

A hotel reception area with a glass door entrance, a digital display board, and framed pictures on the wall.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white fence and trees.

4. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

16 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Brenda

HK$464

HK$517 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A reception area with a glass door, an exit sign, and a painting on the wall.

A modern lobby with green chairs, a coffee machine, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wall with shelves of snacks.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a chair, and a potted plant.

A reception desk with a wooden wall backdrop displaying the text "INN AT MOSS LANDING POINT".

5. Inn At Moss Landing Point

18 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Sheena

HK$945

HK$1,127 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, a desk, and a window.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and framed artwork on the walls.

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites sign with a clear view of the hotel building in the background.

An indoor swimming pool with a blue water feature, a blue staircase, and green lounge chairs.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

5.5 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Joel

HK$926

HK$1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Nov - 10 Nov

An outdoor patio with a table set for two, overlooking a hilly landscape.

A residential area with a house featuring a covered porch, a landscaped lawn, and a view of a hilly landscape in the background.

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, a large sofa, and a glass coffee table.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, wooden beams, and a central seating area with armchairs and a table.

7. CordeValle

15.9 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Nitin

HK$3,840

HK$4,790 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with appliances, and large windows providing natural light.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a coffee machine, and a dining area with stacked plates and cups.

A swimming pool area with a diving board, lounge chairs, and a lifebuoy.

A hotel with a central entrance, a covered driveway, and a parking area.

8. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

4.5 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Syria

HK$860

HK$990 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A room with a large arched window, ornate furniture, and a variety of potted plants.

A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a glass coffee table, and a wooden chair. There is a large window with curtains, a chandelier, and a door with a doormat.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, a coffee table, a sofa, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a dresser, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

9. Quality Inn And Suites Gilroy

16.7 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Alberto

HK$699

HK$823 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A lakeside hotel with a dining area, a bridge, and a pond.

A pond with rocks, a waterfall, and various plants.

A spacious restaurant with a long wooden table, multiple chairs, hanging pendant lights, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

An outdoor dining area with tables set for guests, surrounded by a garden with a pond and various plants.

10. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

16.1 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Michael

HK$830

HK$964 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with a capacity of 25 users, surrounded by blue and white walls, with a seating area and changing rooms in the background.

A modern kitchen area with a breakfast bar, waffle station, and coffee machines.

A hotel entrance with a 'Welcome' sign, a clear sky, and a parking lot.

A reception desk with a wooden design, a vase with flowers, and a sign that reads "Hilton."

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

7.2 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Russell

HK$959

HK$1,109 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and a small table.

A room with two wicker chairs and a small table, large windows with a view of a beach and water.

A beach with waves, a distant industrial structure, and a cloudy sky.

A wooden deck with a rope barrier, a lifebuoy, and a wicker chair overlooking a water body.

12. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

17.6 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Wei

HK$1,132

HK$1,264 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A beach setting with a fire pit, two white chairs, and a table with a vase and bottles.

A spacious lobby with a large seating area, a staircase, and large windows.

A resort with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a building with multiple balconies.

A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a dining table, and a view of a green landscape through large glass doors.

13. Seascape Beach Resort

12.7 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Haleh

HK$1,905

HK$2,765 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with two beds, each with white linens and patterned pillows, a nightstand with a lamp, and framed pictures on the wall.

A building with a grey facade, two white doors, and a black planter in front.

A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a shelf with towels.

A modern office space with a desk, chair, lamp, and a mounted TV.

14. Budget Motel

16.2 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Zee

HK$497

HK$552 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A spacious lobby with a dining area, comfortable seating, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A hallway with a Pepsi vending machine, a refrigerator, and a door leading to an outdoor area.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with blinds.

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a staircase leading to other floors.

15. Comfort Inn Gilroy

17 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

yesenia

HK$485

HK$617 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A library with bookshelves, a chandelier, and a fireplace.

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden beams, a traditional Japanese sliding door, and a small table with chairs.

A brick building with a sign reading "The Inn at Depot Hill."

A room with a fireplace, a sofa, a chair, and a table with books.

16. Inn at Depot Hill

19.4 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Joseph

HK$1,624

HK$2,292 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a TV, a microwave, and a door.

A reception area with a stone wall, a clock, and a display of magazines.

A hotel room with a desk, a television, a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a chair.

A corner room with a large window, a built-in fireplace, and a mounted TV.

17. Gilroy Inn

17.1 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Zinnia

HK$706

HK$784 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A parking lot with a clear view of mountains in the background.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, a small refrigerator, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with two beds, a dark headboard, a small bedside table, and a window with curtains.

A room with a door, a window, a desk, and a computer.

18. Travel Inn Gilroy

16.1 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

mike

HK$636

HK$706 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A two-story house with a covered porch, a staircase, and a Coca-Cola sign.

A self-service ice dispenser outside a building with a beige exterior and a wooden fence.

A hotel reception desk with a clock, a directory, and a welcome sign.

A compact laundry area with a washer and dryer, a small cabinet, and a door.

19. Economy Inn Morgan Hill

19.5 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Kyle

HK$565

HK$636 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wicker chair with a brown cushion, overlooking a balcony with a white railing, palm trees, and a view of the ocean.

A table with a wine bottle, a glass, and a vase with a flower.

A room with a window overlooking the sea, a decorative peacock, and a birdcage.

A room with a large bed, a mirror, and a view of the sea.

20. Monarch Cove Inn

19 km from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Matthew

HK$1,498

HK$1,704 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy	9.4 Exceptional 775 reviews	View
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy	8.8 Excellent 1,007 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn	8.6 Excellent 1,009 reviews	View
Motel 6 Gilroy, CA	8.2 Very good 1,002 reviews	View
Inn At Moss Landing Point	9.2 Wonderful 1,006 reviews	View

Top Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Valley Inn

10/10 Excellent

"staff is friendly and helpful, the shops are nearby, family friendly,"

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

8/10 Good

"The room smelled a little funny, like dirty mop smell. The restroom also need a bit more moisture removal and the ceiling fans were dirty (need to be cleaned)"

La Selva Beach Guest Suite, Pet Friendly

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful stay. Great location. Best part of our stay was a morning walk at a nearby beach. Wholly recommend!"

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

10/10 Excellent

"Great Property, and Great Location! The property was just a short walk away from the beach, and a short drive to Sant Cruz beach board walk. We are a family of 6, and this property fit perfectly for our family and we had more than enough space. We will definitely stay here again."

Shore Line Retreat - Next to Manresa State Beach!

10/10 Excellent

"This was perfect for our family get away!!"

Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

10/10 Excellent

"Great house with prime location. Close walk to the beach. Don’t mistake the heat for the AC! That was our mistake but leave the windows open and plenty of breeze will come through to cool the house down. Can hear sound of waves when sleeping at night. Perfect location, perfect spot for our trip."

3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!

10/10 Excellent

"The property was excellent, just a small feedback that the cleaning team came 5ish mins early so we had to rush leaving the house with an infant."

Ocean front charming cottage with beach access for family & pet- permit 261009.

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the best properties I've stayed at! The combination of the space, cleanliness, amenities, and location made this stay unforgettable. The view was breathtaking, the sound of the waves crashing at night put us right to sleep, and the hot tub soothed our aches after long days of sight-seeing."

Other attractions near Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Gizdich Ranch

8.2/10 (23 reviews)

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Gizdich Ranch during your travels to Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Pinto Lake Park

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Pinto Lake Park, a lovely green space in Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Pajaro Valley Historical Association

8.4/10 (8 reviews)

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Pajaro Valley Historical Association in Watsonville. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Watsonville Center for the Arts

Enjoy an outing to Watsonville Center for the Arts during your stay in Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Ramsay Park

8.0/10 (5 reviews)

Ramsay Park is just one of the places to see in Watsonville, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Watsonville Square Shopping Center

8.8/10 (48 reviews)

You can do some window-shopping at Watsonville Square Shopping Center during your trip to Watsonville. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Castro Adobe State Historic Park

You can take time to visit Castro Adobe State Historic Park during your travels to Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley.

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Windy Oaks Estate

You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Windy Oaks Estate during your travels to Corralitos. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds?

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds is located in an area of Interlaken known for its beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens. You'll find 15 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best place to stay near Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds?

Best Western Rose Garden Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. It's located 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds. Other good options within 5 miles include Hotel B5 Watsonville, CA - Monterey Area and Comfort Inn Watsonville.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 15 hotels and other accommodation options a few miles from Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds.

What can I see and do near Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds?

You might spend a leisurely day outdoors at Pinto Lake Park and Ramsay Park. You might plan a visit to Gizdich Ranch or Castro Adobe State Historic Park while you're in the area. If you want to see more of the surrounding area, you can plan a visit to Pajaro Valley Historical Association and Watsonville Center for the Arts.

Watsonville Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Hotels

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Our top choices for Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Gilroy

2. Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy

3. Best Western Plus Forest Park Inn

4. Motel 6 Gilroy, CA

5. Inn At Moss Landing Point

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Watsonville by IHG

7. CordeValle

8. Best Western Rose Garden Inn

9. Quality Inn And Suites Gilroy

10. Seacliff Inn Aptos, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

11. Hampton Inn & Suites Watsonville

12. Captain's Inn at Moss Landing

13. Seascape Beach Resort

14. Budget Motel

15. Comfort Inn Gilroy

16. Inn at Depot Hill

17. Gilroy Inn

18. Travel Inn Gilroy

19. Economy Inn Morgan Hill

20. Monarch Cove Inn

Compare popular hotels close to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Top Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Valley Inn

Best Western Rose Garden Inn

La Selva Beach Guest Suite, Pet Friendly

Big and Bright, Steps to Sand, Ocean Views, and Sleeps 8+

Shore Line Retreat - Next to Manresa State Beach!

Sand Dollar Beach Home - Stunning views!

3 Bedroom House - 3 min from beach!

Ocean front charming cottage with beach access for family & pet- permit 261009.

Other attractions near Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Gizdich Ranch

Pinto Lake Park

Pajaro Valley Historical Association

Watsonville Center for the Arts

Ramsay Park

Watsonville Square Shopping Center

Castro Adobe State Historic Park

Windy Oaks Estate

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