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Best Western Marina State Beach

3.0 star property
Hotel in Marina with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing
Reception
BBQ/picnic area
Exterior
Free daily continental breakfast
Best Western Marina State Beach is a haven by the beach, where you can enjoy a continental breakfast, gather around the firepit and unwind in the garden. With free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities and helpful staff on hand to assist with tour tickets.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (Oversized Room)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

7.8 out of 10
Good
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Fan
Hair dryer
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
LED TV
Fan
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Marina, Best Western Marina State Beach is near the beach. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours.
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Map
3290 Dunes Road, Marina, CA, 93933

What's nearby

  • Marina State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Marina Dunes Preserve - 1 min drive - 0.5 miles
  • California State University Monterey Bay - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 16 min drive - 13.9 miles
  • Cannery Row - 16 min drive - 13.9 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Rancho Market - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Best Western Marina State Beach

Property highlights
At Best Western Marina State Beach, you can look forward to free continental breakfast, a firepit, and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities and a business center.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and express check-in
  • Barbecue grills, a front-desk safe, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 84 rooms offer comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like safes and high-speed internet. Guest reviews say good things about the clean rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs, and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 1-inch LED TVs with premium channels
  • Coffee/tea makers, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: High-speed internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 1-inch LED TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Fan
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3 PM
Express check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Beach Dunes Inn
Beach Dunes Inn Best Western
Best Western Beach Dunes
Best Western Beach Dunes Inn
Best Western Beach Dunes Inn Marina
Best Western Beach Dunes Marina
Best Western Dunes
Best Western Dunes Inn
Best Western Beach Dunes Hotel Marina
Best Western Marina
Marina Best Western
Best Marina State Marina
Best Western Beach Dunes Inn
Best Western Marina State Beach Hotel
Best Western Marina State Beach Marina
Best Western Marina State Beach Hotel Marina

Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Marina State Beach pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Best Western Marina State Beach?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Marina State Beach?

Check-in begins at 3 PM.

What time is check-out at Best Western Marina State Beach?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Marina State Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Marina State Beach and Marina Dunes Preserve. Fort Ord Dunes State Park is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Best Western Marina State Beach Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 378 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 191 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 73 out of 1010 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Armando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay near Monterey
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Near to the beach by foot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

hao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Kumar

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Feels like a Motel rather than a 3 start hotel as per Expedia website.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel..super accommodating and great price. Clean. Comfy. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No ocean view from property, but conveniently located about a 10 minute from Marina State Beach. About a 15 minutes from Monterey Bay Aquarium, and 20 minutes from 17 Mile drive. Property clean with friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Bridget

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked that it wasn't too far from the state beach and the free breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, great price, excellent location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, convenient, all the amenities of a basic hotel. Walls are very thin and the convenience of being right off the highway means you hear a lot of traffic. Walkability to Marina Dune Beach is a super highlight!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ferrel

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

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet & convenient stay! Would come again - 5 minute walk to the beach was a plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aiden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did not use continental breakfast, but all other amenities were great and convenient, especially the laundry. Both of the two queen beds were great. Very large television in the room which was great for watching movies, plus the television offered access for external streaming (ex. Bluetooth connection to it). No complaints.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room very clean, coffee maker in room, staff was pleasant
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Near the dunes and close to several great walks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pretty nice stay overall. Front desk staff are efficient and friendly. There are a few cosmetic things that could be fixed but the overall room is nice. Comfortable bed and a good size to the room (booked oversized room). Breakfast was good but gets very busy so arrive early. Walking distance to the beach was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

AUSTIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
easy location to get to after golfing, close to dining out. Nice area
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
On our arrival, there were 3 police cars making an arrest and we couldn’t get into the parking lot. It just felt unsafe around the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, enjoyed breakfast and I will stay there again on my next trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Rhonda and Chris

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to sleep. Good breakfast bar. Gets busy though. I had to go to main desk and ask for fresh towels and wash cloths. The room was not cleaned daily. Trash cans on property were overflowing at times. It was just an ok hotel. It suited our needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Aigerim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the location, but the bathroom was really small and the curtains leaked water while taking a shower. So the floor got wet and dirty. The breakfast was mediocre, I wish they had more options.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy checkin Friendly Staff Good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donalda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location to road/ beach / food
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

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