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The Monterey Hotel

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Located close to Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row, The Monterey Hotel provides a fireplace in the lobby and a gym. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Business services
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a chair, a small table, and a framed picture on the wall.

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Fireplace

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a television, and a view of the outside.

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(48 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a window with blinds, a chair, and a nightstand with a lamp.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(46 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with blinds.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(124 reviews)
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly arranged hotel room with a large bed, a dresser, a desk, and a nightstand.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(119 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A neatly made bed with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, and a window with a view of buildings.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Roll-in Shower

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a red sofa, two lamps, and large arched windows.

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a dresser, and a window with blinds.

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Downtown Monterey, a neighborhood in Monterey, The Monterey Hotel is in the entertainment district 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and mountain biking nearby. Guests love the hotel's central location. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • A theater with a marquee advertising a live stage show.
    Golden State Theatre
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A crowded street with various seafood restaurants and shops.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, ocean waves, and a mountainous backdrop.
    Monterey Bay
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A coastal park with a statue of fishermen, a palm tree, and a view of the ocean.
    Cannery Row
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Monterey Convention Center
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Peet's Coffee
    5 min walk
  • Turn 12
    2 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Manasiri’s Crepes and Sandwiches
    2 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking within 0.1 miles (USD 24 per night)
  • Valet parking on site (USD 39 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1904
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
On Tuesdays the street in front of the hotel closes for a local event, which prohibits vehicle access to the hotel’s main entrance. Guests planning to arrive after 2:30 PM on Tuesdays must contact the property in advance to receive directions to an alternate hotel loading zone.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 35.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 5 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per stay
Cribs (infant beds) are available for USD 25.0 per stay

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Valet parking fee: USD 39 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Nearby parking fee: USD 24 per night (656 ft away)
  • Pet fee: USD 35.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 25.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Air conditioning is not provided
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests who may encounter issues with stairs should contact this property in advance. Elevators are not available.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Monterey Hotel pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 35.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Valet parking is available for USD 39 per day.

What time is check-in at The Monterey Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at The Monterey Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is The Monterey Hotel located?

Located in Downtown Monterey, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf and Monterey Bay. Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Monterey Station is 28 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

The Monterey Hotel Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

7.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 828 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 441 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 306 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 150 out of 1819 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 1819 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location and great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean room and courteous and helpful staff. Will stay here again. Will highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff was very helpful and friendly. The hotel, though old was well maintain and very clean. Loved the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, walkable to everything you need (downtown, old town, piers, food, bars ,etc.)
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, location, location, and affordable
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, older = cool and timeless. Great room with tasteful decorations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome staff, great room and in a great location!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location great all around. Can’t wait to go back. Almost don’t wanna give it a good review because more people will go there and it’ll be harder to get a room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. The carpet is filthy. Bed was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Location is great. No AC was the only issue.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was interested in staying in the historic hotel, but didn’t realize absolutely no updates have been made.. overall it was fine, my family felt good in the hotel, walkable distance to restaurants we took our girls to the aquarium not too far Sad the hot tub was not serviced, no AC —but weather wasn’t bad luckily, nothing too special or nice about the rooms, parking was only available at a distance, but hospitable for the 2 nights would probably go to a newer hotel for next time, was a fine experience overall
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Unfortunately, because I stayed during a holiday weekend, my room rate skyrocketed to nearly $500. The room itself was noisy and the pillows were completely uncomfortable, somehow managing to be simultaneously too stiff and too soft. Great location. Sort of felt like a quality inn or an econo lodge.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great for price and location
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

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Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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This old hotel is very charming and in an excellent location. Everything is good, except a mucky smell in the room. Don't know if it's due to the previous guest had a pet or the age of the house. Housekeeping very quickly brought a can of air freshener. That helped a bit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and lovely hotel. Excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

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There is the updated side of the building and historic side. We had a room in the historic side and it was a charming room. If you would love to stay in a historic hotel. This is the spot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a historic building with lovely architectural features, high coved ceilings, cornices, carved wood hand rails, and leaded glass windows. It is 122 years old so it wasn't designed for modern tastes so be aware of that, floors and stairs creak. I found it was easier to access my room going up the original staircase than to use the elevator in the newer section and then wend my way back to the older section of the hotel. I definitely got my steps in! It's central location made it easy for me to walk everywhere I needed or wanted to go (I was there for a wedding!)
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very good location for enjoying Old Town Monterey.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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The room was clean. The fan didn’t work properly. But I would stay there again. Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was great. Very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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4/10 Poor

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is good. Rooms are small, hot, outdated, and in need of repair.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were put into the old section and these rooms are not the best. Had to switch rooms due to an odor. The hallways were filthy the whole time and we were there for 5 nights. No refrigerators or air conditioning. Probably since we booked through Expedia. We had a party member that was in a handicap room and it was much nicer. There is definitely an old charm and the location was wonderful.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The area is very walkable, however it wasn’t made clear that there was no general parking available which made for a very stressful arrival. But once we arrived it was absolutely wonderful! The staff was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff! Katie at the front desk was very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026