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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Monterey with a 24-hour front desk and an indoor pool

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Interior entrance
Reception
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(105 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 22.9 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(36 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(91 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Del Monte Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Cannery Row - 4 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 6 min drive - 3.8 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel near 17-Mile Drive
El Castell Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • An indoor pool with sun loungers
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and smoke-free premises
  • A vending machine and a 24-hour front desk
  • 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

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (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, debit cards, and cash
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

Property is also known as

Castell Motel
El Castell
El Castell 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 at El Castell Motel?

Self parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Castell Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at El Castell Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

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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El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1113 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 468 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 137 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1788 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1788 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

selina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great beds, clean, clean, clean, great price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

tena

Great stay exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff that makes you feel welcome and their Pool kept my kidos wanting to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Geneva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and they have friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

debi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, nice staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

freckles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute place to stay! Our room was clean and comfortable for the night that we stayed in town. Staff was friendly and room was easy to access.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay. Heated pool, nice and clean for an older hotel. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kasey

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Would go back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gilbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. I recommend without hesitation!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very easy to get to and conveniently located near some great restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rathanak

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable and family friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, great place to stay! Will comeback!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, pretty quiet, and felt safe.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay if you are in a budget. Slept well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zurisadai

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, pool was clean and they had towels available. Everything was very clean. Check in and check out process was great. We would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Ryan

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Perfect affordable option for the area. Staff was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located, decent sized room, clean and safe.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Yulissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was really friendly and the price point for the stay was affordable. The only complaint would be the slow WiFi, otherwise it’s a good stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Richard

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
For the price a good place to stay. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and the staff were efficient and nice loved the 3 queen bed option for our family of 6.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was conveniently located in the middle of town and the room was well taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025