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Monterey Fairgrounds Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Monterey with free parking

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Located near Monterey Bay, the Monterey Fairgrounds Inn offers laundry facilities, free in-room WiFi, and a seasonal outdoor pool. RV/bus/truck and self parking are available. Enjoy express check-out and a front-desk safe for added convenience.

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2042 Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • North Fremont Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Del Monte Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Naval Postgraduate School - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Del Monte Golf Course - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 12 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn

Hotel near 17-Mile Drive
Near Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Fairgrounds Inn provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • RV/bus/truck parking, express check-out, and a vending machine
Room features
All guestrooms at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn include comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in available

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 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

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
Cashless transactions are available
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Econo Lodge Hotel Monterey
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn Hotel
Monterey Econo Lodge
Econo Lodge Monterey Fairgrounds Hotel Monterey
Econo Lodge Monterey Hotel
Econolodge Monterey Fairgrounds
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn Monterey
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn Hotel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Does Monterey Fairgrounds Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Monterey Fairgrounds Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Monterey Fairgrounds Inn located?

Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, this hotel is steps from North Fremont Street and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Monterey Bay. Monterey County Fairgrounds and Monterey Pines Golf Course are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn Reviews

4.6

4.6

Cleanliness

6.6

Location

6.2

Staff & service

4.6

Eco-friendliness

4.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 708 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 708 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 708 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 708 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 312 out of 708 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

It was decent for the price.Good location too
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Garret

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was an okay stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bridget

This hotel is a cheap place to stay. The floor as broken, walls and bathroom dirty. There was a thin blanket and the heater didn’t work.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
WiFi was fast & reliable. Air conditioning worked great & kept the room at a nice temperature. Parking was a bit tough (tight squeeze) but the staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

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

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a decent hotel for the price we got it for, it just was a little dirty, our sheet had some nasty substance on them
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the beds are hard, the place is run down,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rich

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is very tired and in need of investment. Staff were good and room and linen was clean, but TV didn’t work, windows were loose and fridge leaked. None of these issues affected us hugely as it was just a stop off. But for £300 a night, it was poor.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is on the older side and the room we stayed in was simple with two full beds and a table with no chairs. The bathroom had cracked tiles and mildew.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Leslie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The proprietors were extremely warm and friendly people.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Diana

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Terrible run down place.

The room had no chairs, just an old table and bed, coffee maker did not work, shower did not have hot water, the bed was so uncomfortable we left after 1st night, would never stay there again, run down, when asked for chairs said no one asked for chairs and brought us I desk chair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Abigael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room is outdated and there were minor discrepancies, but overall had a good experience. Well-valued and taken care of as best as it could be working with an old building. I was not a fan of the fact that the bathroom could have been more thoroughly cleaned (water spots on the faucet, unclean towels, strands of hair left in the bathroom) and there was only bedsheets on the bed without a comforter or other over cover. Great & helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Tolga

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
-the room had a very sour smell - no waste bin in the bathroom - mold in the bathroom ceiling - door deadlock bolt broken - sliding window did not shut locked (first floor unit) - headboard lamps/power outlets not working - left over takeout from previous visitor in the mini fridge - bathroom door knob had loose collar plate, left over screw holes/screws on the bathroom walls (possible from removing the old mirror) + the beds were clean and comfortable + staff was polite and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very old property. Bathrooms are horrible
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
convenient location, There was no pole in the closet to hang my clothes. There is no rubber non slip mat for the bathtub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

It was easy to get in and out
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
You get what you pay for
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Leticia

Needs renovation.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was definitely affordable thats a plus but there was a weird smell outside and the noise was unreal
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great rate for a last minute, one night stay, in Monterey. Bed was clean as was the rest of the room. Unfortunately, the bath tub wasn't cleaned as thoroughly as the rest of the room. Other than that, it was a good value for short notice on a weekend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Allan

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A bed and a shower, convenient free parking, friendly and fast check in, slow Wifi. No coffee facilities in room or on site. But it was cheap.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You get what you pay for. The beds are not comfortable. If you're in a tight budget or a last minute booking then this place is good.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

2/10 Terrible

Yesel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would never stay here. As soon as I saw the room I got out. Smelled horrible. And had mold on walls. There was hair on the bathroom floor and a used towel that was hanging on the bathroom door.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kristy

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Tweaker hotel

This is the worst place I ever stayed at there was construction at hotel which is fine but after 10pm is ridiculous. We had no toliet paper no garbage no towels no chair for room. The internet is spotty and tv does not work. There were a lot of drug addicts.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Xiaobing

There are buds in the bed. I was bite by these bugs. I can’t sleep in the night. :(
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

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