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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.6

Exceptional

Oceanfront sanctuary in Monterey

Waves crash against rocky shores as sea otters play in kelp beds visible from balconies. The rooftop spa features a steaming hot tub for sunset viewing over Monterey Bay. Downstairs, Schooners Coastal Kitchen serves expertly prepared seafood paired with fine wines and Pacific views.

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is in New Monterey, a neighborhood in Monterey. 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. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Cannery Row
    Cannery Row
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
    San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Steinbeck Plaza of Monterey
    Steinbeck Plaza
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    Fisherman's Wharf
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    8 min walk
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    14 min drive

Restaurants

  • Sea Harvest Fish Market
    5 min walk
  • Wave Street Café
    3 min walk
  • The Sardine Factory
    7 min walk
  • Troya Turkish Delight And Baklava
    5 min walk
  • El Torito
    4 min walk

About this property

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Luxury resort near Monterey Bay
A short walk from Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa provides a terrace, shopping on site, and a coffee shop/cafe. Indulge in a detox wrap, hydrotherapy, and a deep-tissue massage at Vista Blue Spa, the onsite spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, kids' meals, and American cuisine. In addition to a garden and a hair salon, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), free bicycle rentals, and valet parking (surcharge)
  • An electric car charging station, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A ballroom, coffee/tea in the lobby, and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 250 individually furnished rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 37-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Valet parking on site (USD 51.12 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 20 to 75 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Coastal Kitchen
  • Schooners Monterey

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Shopping
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 10 meeting rooms
  • 30,000 square feet of conference space

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the waterfront
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms

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
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 5 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 available for USD 50.0 per night
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 20 to 75 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 51.12 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 50.0 per night

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
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
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa

Frequently asked questions

Is Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 51.12 per day.

What time is check-in at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa located?

Located in New Monterey, this luxury resort is within a 15-minute walk of Steinbeck Plaza, Monterey Bay, and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf are also within 1 mi (2 km). Monterey Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1259 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1520 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 1520 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Erika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Greatest stay so far anywhere with friendly staff, beautiful views and full ammenities.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

shahrokh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and helpful. Great views and atmosphere. Really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and quiet, the beds were comfy and the staff was super friendly. Will definitely be back and would recommend!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tami

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, central located
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hamid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms good service one of the best
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location slightly away from the most heavily touristed part of Cannery Row..
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, friendly staff, good food in restaurants, and great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Norbert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean with fantastic views.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are phenomenal. Friendly, attentive and focused on comfortfor each guest.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Hang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very great customer service throughout the building
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Centrally located for beaches, aquarium and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was friendly and efficient. Very pleasant stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was amazing, I booked this stay for my parents as a nice getaway. They loved everything, the views, the service, the hotel food, and they loved the spa. I look forward to booking this stay in the future for me and my husband.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is outstanding and the ocean view is incredible. Friendly staff ready to help you. We enjoyed life musics at the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cierra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kids loved the “family” hot tub on the 2nd floor.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were friendly and responsive. Room service was prompt and the food was ok.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained property. Gracious staff. Amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is convenient, and the views are phenomenal. The staff is kind, and our stay was pleasant. The Schooner restaurant did not win our approval for food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property. Amazing view. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy Ann

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic opportunity to be right on the bay. Beautiful views. Spacious room. Small balcony but very special opportunity to have comfort and feel very close to nature. I’ve been many times and continue to go.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel with great staff and perfect location. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent room very large with nice bathroom and great view and very nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property, we ate at Schooner’s both nights and it was delicious. Highly recommend the ocean view balcony rooms to watch the otters play in the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

harold

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing views, great people.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very accomodating (handicap) and the food with room servvicee was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026