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San-Juan-Bautista is a tiny town located south of San Jose and east of Salinas. For most, San Juan Bautista is just a tourist stop on the way to the Monterey Bay, but it's a lovely, quiet town set among rolling hills and giant oaks, worthy of the time to stop and stay awhile. Home of the Mission San Juan Bautista, this historic site is probably one of the most photographed and most well known of the California missions. Made famous when Alfred Hitchcock used the mission in his movie, "Vertigo," the mission is how the town began when it was constructed in 1797. Then, the countryside around San Juan Bautista was a cattle ranching area; today the town is a tourist attraction and a haven for artists. This small community is filled with history and charm, and makes a perfect spot for a relaxing vacation retreat. Besides the mission, the other main attraction in town is the beautiful San Juan Oaks Golf Club. The golf course and clubhouse has received special recognition by Golf Digest as one of the top ten in California for having good service and value. San Juan Bautista is also located near the Fremont Peak State Park. The park features hiking trails and picnic areas, and spectacular views of Monterey Bay. It also features an astronomical observatory; open to the public on selected evenings.

Surrounding areas: Hollister, California (7.6 mi), Castro Valley, California (8.4 mi), Gilroy, California (11.3 mi), Salinas, California (13.2 mi), Watsonville, California (13.6 mi), Corralitos, California (17.9 mi), La Selva Beach, California (19.1 mi)

San Juan Bautista Vacation Rentals




San Juan Bautista Hotels and Resorts

 
Hotels & Motels
Best Western San Benito Inn660 San Felipe RdHollister, CA7.7 mi.(831) 637-9248
Ridgemark Golf & Country Club Resort3800 Airline HwyHollister, CA10.0 mi.(831) 637-8151
National 9 Inn5530 Monterey HwyGilroy, CA10.3 mi.(408) 842-6464
Hilton Garden Inn Gilroy6070 Monterey StGilroy, CA10.4 mi.(408) 840-7000
Motel 6 #0256110 Monterey HwyGilroy, CA10.4 mi.(408) 842-6061
Comfort Inn-gilroy8292 Murray AveGilroy, CA12.2 mi.(408) 848-3500
Laurel Inn Motel801 W Laurel DrSalinas, CA12.3 mi.(831) 449-2474
Ramada Ltd360 Leavesley RdGilroy, CA12.4 mi.(408) 848-1467
Rodeway Inn611 Leavesley RdGilroy, CA12.4 mi.(408) 847-0688
Courtyard By Marriott - Salinas17725 El Rancho WaySalinas, CA12.4 mi.(831) 775-0491
Super 8 Motel - Gilroy8435 San Ysidro AveGilroy, CA12.5 mi.(408) 848-4108
Residence Inn Heritage Inn Of Salinas17215 El Rancho WaySalinas, CA12.5 mi.(831) 775-0410
Travelodge - Salinas808 N Main StSalinas, CA12.5 mi.(831) 424-8661
Best Western Inn175 Kern StSalinas, CA12.7 mi.(831) 784-0176
Quality Inn Of Salinas181 Kern StSalinas, CA12.7 mi.(831) 770-1400
Comfort Inn144 Kern StSalinas, CA12.8 mi.(831) 758-8850
Motel 6 #1370140 Kern StSalinas, CA12.8 mi.(831) 753-1711
Econo Lodge180 S Sanborn RdSalinas, CA13.1 mi.(831) 422-5111
America's Best Value Inn1030 Fairview AveSalinas, CA13.2 mi.(831) 422-6486
Days Inn1226 De Ln Torre StSalinas, CA13.2 mi.(831) 759-9900
Motel 6 #6391257 Dela Torre BlvdSalinas, CA13.2 mi.(831) 757-3077
Motel 61010 Fairview AveSalinas, CA13.2 mi.(831) 758-2122
El Rey Motel443 W Market StSalinas, CA13.3 mi.(831) 422-0497
Best Western Inn740 Freedom BlvdWatsonville, CA13.3 mi.(831) 724-3367
Good Nite Inn Salinas545 Work StSalinas, CA13.4 mi.(831) 757-9667
Holiday Inn Express Salex131 John StSalinas, CA13.6 mi.(831) 757-1020
Ramada Limited109 John StSalinas, CA13.6 mi.(831) 424-4801
Watsonville Inn970 Main StWatsonville, CA13.6 mi.(831) 724-8881
Holiday Inn Exprss Hotel & Suites1855 Main StWatsonville, CA14.3 mi.(831) 728-3600
Motel 6 #524125 Silver Leaf DrWatsonville, CA14.6 mi.(831) 728-4144
Comfort Inn Watsonville112 Airport BlvdWatsonville, CA14.8 mi.(831) 728-2300
Heritage Marina Days Inn416 Reservation RdMarina, CA17.8 mi.(831) 384-9784
Marina Dunes Resort3295 Dunes DrMarina, CA17.8 mi.(877) 944-3863
Travelodge-marina BCH3290 Dunes DrMarina, CA17.8 mi.(831) 883-0300
Holiday Inn & Suites Hotel & Suites Marina189 Seaside CirMarina, CA17.9 mi.(800) 228-7555
Quality Inn3280 Dunes DrMarina, CA17.9 mi.(800) 550-0055
Ramada Inn Marina323 Reservation RdMarina, CA17.9 mi.(831) 883-1800
Comfort Inn & Suites140 Reservation RdMarina, CA18.1 mi.(831) 883-4000
Motel 6 #1026100 Reservation RdMonterey, CA18.1 mi.(831) 384-1000
Ramada Morgan Hill/San Jose16115 Condit RdMorgan Hill, CA19.8 mi.(408) 779-7666
 
Bed & Breakfast
Inn At Depot Hill250 Monterey AveCapitola, CA24.6 mi.(831) 462-3376
Carriage House InnJunipero Between 7th & 8th AveCarmel-By-The-Sea, CA29.2 mi.(831) 625-2585

San Juan Bautista Weather & Climate

East of Monterey Bay, inland just a few miles, is an area of rolling farmland and giant oaks that is blessed with a mild, temperate climate. Located approximately 40 miles from the coast, the cool ocean air regulates the area's temperatures, keeping it warm, but not hot, in summer and mild in winter. It rarely snows here, except occasionally in the surrounding foothills. Winters, however, are damp with an average rainfall of 14 inches, which occurs during winter and early spring. Low clouds or fog is sometimes present in the summertime, although not as prevalent as right along the coastline, and temperatures are generally just a few degrees warmer than nearby Monterey and Carmel.

     Month       High Temp   Low Temp   Rainfall   Ocean Temp 
January 61°F 37°F 2.86 in. 54°F
February 63°F 40°F 2.71 in. 54°F
March 66°F 41°F 2.37 in. 54°F
April 70°F 43°F 0.79 in. 54°F
May 73°F 46°F 0.36 in. 55°F
June 78°F 50°F 0.05 in. 57°F
July 80°F 52°F 0.04 in. 59°F
August 81°F 52°F 0.06 in. 60°F
September 81°F 51°F 0.21 in. 59°F
October 78°F 47°F 0.64 in. 59°F
November 67°F 41°F 1.87 in. 56°F
December 61°F 36°F 1.65 in. 54°F

San Juan Bautista Map & Transportation

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The closest airports in the area are the Monterey Peninsula airport (MRY) located about 24 miles southwest of San Juan Bautista in Monterey, California, the Norman Y Mineta San Jose International airport (SJC) located approximately 41 miles northwest of San Juan Bautista in San Jose, California, the Castle airport (MER) located roughly 64 miles northeast of San Juan Bautista in Merced, California, and finally the San Francisco International airport (SFO) located around 70 miles northwest of San Juan Bautista in San Francisco, California.

San Juan Bautista Attractions

 
Amusement and Theme Parks
Bonfante GardensGilroyCA11.3 mi.
Santa Cruz Beach BoardwalkSanta CruzCA28.6 mi.
Paramount's Great AmericaSanta ClaraCA42.1 mi.
Oakland ZooOaklandCA77.6 mi.
Pixieland ParkConcordCA82.9 mi.
 
Water Parks
Raging WatersSan JoseCA39.5 mi.
Big Bear ParkWaterfordCA69.7 mi.
Waterworld USAConcordCA82.9 mi.
The Island Waterpark and Family Fun VillageFresnoCA97.9 mi.
Wild Water AdventuresClovisCA101.5 mi.
 
Golf Courses
San Juan Oaks Golf ClubHollisterCA4.3 mi.
Eagle Ridge Golf ClubGilroyCA10.8 mi.
Gavilan Golf CourseGilroyCA10.8 mi.
Gilroy Golf CourseGilroyCA10.8 mi.
Bolado Park Golf ClubTres PinosCA12.6 mi.
Salinas Fairways Golf CourseSalinasCA12.9 mi.
Casserly Par3 Golf CourseWatsonvilleCA13.6 mi.
Spring Hills Golf CourseWatsonvilleCA13.6 mi.
Twin Creeks Golf CourseSalinasCA13.6 mi.
Seascape Golf ClubAptosCA22.5 mi.
BayonetBlack Horse Golf CourseSeasideCA23.7 mi.
Laguna Seca Golf ClubMontereyCA26.0 mi.
Pacific Grove Municipal Golf CoursePacific GroveCA26.1 mi.
De Laveaga Golf CourseSanta CruzCA27.4 mi.
Pasatiempo Golf ClubSanta CruzCA28.4 mi.
Rancho Canada Golf ClubCarmelCA28.6 mi.
Poppy Hills Golf CoursePebble BeachCA28.8 mi.
Valley Gardens Golf CourseScotts ValleyCA29.7 mi.
 
State Parks
Fremont Peak State ParkCA6.2 mi. 
Zmudowski Beach State ParkCA14.6 mi. 
Marina State ParkCA18.0 mi. 
Henry Willard Coe State ParkCA24.0 mi. 
Henry Cowell Redwoods State ParkCA30.8 mi. 
Wilder Ranch State ParkCA31.8 mi. 
Garrapata State ParkCA33.6 mi. 
 
Museums
California Antique Aircraft MuseumSan MartinCA17.1 mi.(Technology)
San Juan Bautista MissionSeasideCA23.7 mi.(History)
Capitola Historical MuseumCapitolaCA24.6 mi.(History)
California Views Historical Photo CollectionMontereyCA26.0 mi.(History)
Stowitts Museum and LibraryPacific GroveCA26.1 mi.(Miscellaneous)
Ecology Hall of FameSanta CruzCA28.6 mi.(Science)
Billy Jones Wildcat Railroad CompanyLos GatosCA35.7 mi.(Technology)
History Museums of San JoseSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(History)
Japanese American Museum of San JoseSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(History)
Rosicrucian Egyptian MuseumSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(History)
Ableza's Native American Virtual Cultural CenterSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(Miscellaneous)
Captain Kazooz Kazoo MuseumSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(Miscellaneous)
San Jose Museum of ArtSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(Art)
Children's Discovery MuseumSan JoseCA39.5 mi.(Children's)
Arnisto GallerySanta ClaraCA42.1 mi.(Miscellaneous)
Intel MuseumSanta ClaraCA42.1 mi.(Technology)
Niles Canyon Railway MuseumFremontCA54.6 mi.(Technology)
Niles DepotFremontCA54.6 mi.(Technology)
 
Zoos and Aquariums
Monterey Bay AquariumMontereyCA26.0 mi.
Happy Hollow Park and ZooSan JoseCA39.5 mi.
The Oakland ZooOaklandCA77.6 mi.
San Francisco Zoological GardensSan FranciscoCA80.5 mi.
Steinhart AquariumSan FranciscoCA80.5 mi.
Micke Grove ZooLodiCA90.0 mi.
Six Flags Marine WorldVallejoCA95.5 mi.
Chaffee Zoological GardensFresnoCA97.9 mi.
Charles Paddock ZooAtascaderoCA105.4 mi.


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