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Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Active travelers find paradise at this Monterey retreat where golf, hiking, and biking adventures begin just steps from helpful staff and comfortable rooms

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The Merritt House Hotel is close to Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Guests can enjoy a 27-hole golf course, on-site cafe, and nearby hiking/biking trails. Helpful staff, free self-serve breakfast, and high-speed WiFi make it ideal for active travelers.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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  • Sleeps 2
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About the neighborhood

Located in Old Monterey, a neighborhood in Monterey, Merritt House Hotel is next to a golf course 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 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. With kayaking, scuba diving, and snorkeling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Monterey travel guide
Map
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf
    Fisherman's Wharf
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Monterey, California's marina is filled with sailboats and yachts. Birds fly over the water, while fog partially obscures the distant hills.
    Waterfront
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cannery Row
    Cannery Row
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Monterey Convention Center
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    9 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    11 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alvarado Street Brewery
    3 min walk
  • Turn 12
    3 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Plumes Coffee House
    2 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Hotel near Fisherman's Wharf
Located close to Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium, Merritt House Hotel provides free self-serve breakfast, an adjacent golf course, and a marina. Active travelers can enjoy hiking/biking at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a shopping mall on site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Additional perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
  • A TV in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and a front-desk safe
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Merritt House Hotel boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
  • 26-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in from 3 PM - 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards

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

Merritt House
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
Merritt House Monterey
Merritt Inn
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Hotel Hotel
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Hotel Hotel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Is Merritt House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-in is from 3 PM–6:00 PM, and from 3:00 PM–6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Merritt House Hotel located?

Located in Old Monterey, this golf hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row, and Monterey Bay. Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive are also within 3 mi (5 km). Monterey Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Merritt House Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 653 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 228 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, quiet place with so much charm & comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a lot of charm. Great location. Parking onsite at additional cost.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, charming place in a great location . Just need to improve shower temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

ChristopherChristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cute room with a fire place staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, room was great, staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Cute, quiet, clean historic hotel. So close to downtown and Fisherman's Warf so we could walk to many places.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Fisherman Wharf. Very cute house . Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have air conditioner just had electric fan but otherwise location is really good walking distance to the Fishermans wharf and other eating places
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cute, cottage like hotel was the perfect stay during a conference in Monterey - short walk to all nearby conference rooms. Our 2nd floor room had high ceilings, skylight & exposed beams. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Chang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place to stay! We loved the fireplace and cozy charm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Milissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very cute property, maybe not all the amenities you would expect. Close proximity to Conference Center.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful historical spot with easy access to all of Monterey Bay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great Room was big and clean Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorena Aguirre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was properly cleaned daily. Just a little noisy due to proximity to the street, and room being next to stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was tight but a well maintained spot, very walkable to downtown amenities and the fireplace availability was a nice touch in the winter
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

LISA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff at welcome was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TANYA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of our favorite places to stay! We love the fireplaces and how centrally located it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Petra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, lovely staff, very convenient location particularly for the convention center.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room decor and bed frame... Had a nice fireplace we enjoyed!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent location and quaint
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Murlin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing! Perfect location, beautiful room and grounds, friendly staff! Highly recommend. We stayed in room 4. There was a coffee maker, blow dryer, and they provided us with 2 fire logs.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room. Nice breakfast. Walkable to downtown area. We even walked to the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025