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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Indoor pool with sun loungers offers a perfect relaxation spot at this Monterey Bay getaway where attentive staff members are always ready to assist guests

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Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers - El Castell Motel (Monterey)
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers - El Castell Motel (Monterey)
El Castell Motel sits in the heart of Monterey Bay, where travelers appreciate both the indoor swimming pool and the helpful staff. Guests can take a refreshing swim or relax on poolside loungers, with free WiFi keeping everyone connected and extended parking adding convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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9.2 out of 10
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(68 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
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  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Exceptional
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  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
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  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
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  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, a neighborhood in Monterey, El Castell Motel is near the airport and 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 Carmel Beach. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Guests love the motel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Del Monte Beach featuring general coastal views and tranquil scenes
    Del Monte Beach
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Great golf and great views.
    Del Monte Golf Course
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • North Fremont Street
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monterey Pines Golf Course
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    14 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    2 min drive

Restaurants

  • Starbucks
    14 min walk
  • In-N-Out Burger
    18 min walk
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • Chili's Grill & Bar
    2 min drive
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk

About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel near Cannery Row
El Castell Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, smoke-free premises, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A vending machine
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All 52 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

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
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 33.90
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Parking height restrictions apply

Property is also known as

Castell Motel
El Castell
El Castell Monterey
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El Castell Hotel Monterey
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Frequently asked questions

Does El Castell Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8:30 AM–9:30 PM.

Is El Castell Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Castell Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at El Castell Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

Where is El Castell Motel located?

Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, this motel is steps from North Fremont Street, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. Monterey County Fairgrounds and Monterey State Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

El Castell Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1224 out of 1969 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 503 out of 1969 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1969 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1969 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 1969 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an amazing experience, wonderful quality rooms for low price. Very clean and nice pool, and in a spot surrounded by all of the things you wanna do in Monterrey county! & very nice staff, very comfy bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cecil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice heated pool
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Jacki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very comfortable stay and nice people. Some airline noise
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Rooms are always clean and for the rates it is a great
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great staff, great value, good location for Monterey and freeway access.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, room service was great staff was courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rizza Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out. Staff are friendly and the heated pool is a plus especially on winter time!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Beds comfortable and rooms clean and supplies with frig and coffee but no microwave. Pool was open but not heated much. Can walk to walgreens and Denny's across the street.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price location and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kristyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, modern, clean. Glad to have a mini fridge with freezer, microwave and keurig. Staff was very attentive to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eddy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m in the area 4 to 6 times a year and approximately 15 room nights. I’ve stayed here in years past but I stay where my co books me and admittedly at much more expensive properties. This booking was made by me due to its bargain price. It was great and rivals properties costing double its price. I’ll definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean hotel room, heater working, fridge provided, lots of outlets, and comfortable beds. I would really recommend this place. They also have hair dryer provided and clean towels.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, simple but clean and quiet room. Staff was helpful and the location was convenient. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, spotless. We loved the pool and wish we could have stayed longer. Checking in and out was a breeze.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, spacious and cozy place to stay with family. Groceries, dining places and attractions are nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room Good area Thin walls but expected Staff was amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was fairly cool being winter time, the heater worked very well! Parkin was very convenient and the hotel very centrally located!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, courteous staffs, good coffee by the office, will recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was not a fan of the remote teller but this stay changed my mind - I was able to request changes and my itinerary via text and they were very accommodating and a big relief to have available - great motel - pool- location - staff and they have You Tube lol - it’s the little things Thanks again to Sid and staff bravo
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice little Motel. Definitely staying here again with the family. They actually have a 3 queen option which is great for a family with kids.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Since I was having cell phone issues I was not able fill out the check in form ahead of time. It was interesting to talk with a person on a computer screen in the hotel lobby to check in - it worked out just fine. Room was very basic and very comfortable. Not too many planes flying (airport is nearby). I slept great!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel! Safe and close to stores.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marla

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We rented the suite with 3 beds for our family of 4 and it worked perfectly for the weekend. The room was clean and we had plenty of space. It was a little noisy at night with cars driving by and planes so bring earplugs if that bothers you. Everything is close by so you can get food quickly. Check in was really easy. I would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Yesenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location of property was great. Rooms cleaned. Beds comfy. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025