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Merritt House Hotel

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A garden entrance with a black door, surrounded by lush greenery and plants. - Merritt House Hotel (Monterey)
A dining area with a table, chairs, a lamp, and a wall sign. - Merritt House Hotel (Monterey)
A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed, a quilt, and a lamp. There is a chair and a sign on the wall. - Merritt House Hotel (Monterey)
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Located close to Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row, 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.

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9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, and a lamp. There are framed pictures on the wall and a plant in the corner.

Premium Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a nightstand, a window with shutters, and a potted plant.

Honeymoon Suite

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Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed, a quilt, and a lamp. There is a chair and a sign on the wall.

Standard, One King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a wall-mounted artwork, and a crib.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

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Wonderful
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a four-poster bed, two bedside lamps, and a wicker chair.

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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
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386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • A theater with a marquee advertising a live stage show.
    Golden State Theatre
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A boardwalk with shops, including a candy store and a fish market.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A marina with boats docked, a pier, and a building with a blue facade.
    Waterfront
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A coastal pier with restaurants and a palm tree.
    Cannery Row
    16 min walk - 0.9 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

  • Turn 12
    3 min walk
  • Manasiri’s Crepes and Sandwiches
    3 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Captain + Stoker
    5 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk

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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 25 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 25.00 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

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 25.00 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, Monterey Bay, and Cannery Row. 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

8.4

Amenities

9.4

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 674 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kyle

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Charming little hotel in a convenient location. We'll stay here every time we come to Monterey from now on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Justin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good for the price good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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The location was superb as were the accommodations. Parking was iffy but worked. Definitely would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Randall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was delightful. The location was perfect, the rooms were clean and well accommodated, and the breakfast was good. The garden was a nice escape.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
location easy walk to restaurants and Old Fisherman’s Wharf, parking on site was appreciated, we enjoyed the open fire to take the chill of at night, and the highlight was the breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot. Excellent location. My room had a walkout to the garden. The other rooms have balconies to the garden. I really liked staying there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

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Beautiful property with private rooms and a lovely morning breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness
The hotel is in a great location right in old town near lots of restaurants and trolley stops. The rooms are clean, but a little dated. Not a bad choice for families and it was nice that there was a little patio outside the room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the property, location, room. Free breakfast was really good, icing on the cake.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andrii

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great clean room and godd breakfast
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

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What a little gem in the heart of town. The room was super cute and the courtyard was great. They offered continental breakfast, but it was limited so we ate somewhere else. The parking can be tricky, especially those with bigger vehicles. The staff were helpful and courteous. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were wonderful. The property is in a good location near everything. But The property is older but they have put a lot of effort into making it look decent. It is not luxury but it is nice
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

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Beautiful close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff, clean large room, quiet area, easily walkable to many interesting attractions
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cezar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, very friendly staff, nice design of the room, good location, very close to lots of restaurants and also very close to the aquarium trolley stop. No gym available, breakfast could be improved but had a feeling of a small boutique hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was nice and the space was clean. While it felt a bit dated, it was still a great place to stay. Parking was easy at the hotel and the continental breakfast was typical. The woman who checked us in offered us a log for the fireplace, which was a nice touch. Also she gave some great recommendations for local dinner/drinks.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, quiet, clean & quaint. Cose to warf for dining & shopping. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. Their garden courtyard was so relaxing and always had a nice cool breeze. We at first were taken back that they didn’t have air-conditioning since it was summer, but the room surprisingly stayed very cool with the fan, so it wasn’t an issue at all. Our room was very spacious, comfortable, and nicely decorated. It was also very quiet here. The location was fantastic. You will not get a better deal in downtown Monterey for the price. We look forward to staying here again and would recommend this place to others.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint place and centrally located with available parking. We had a room with a fireplace and they gave us a complimentary artificial log which burned cleanly for over three hours and made the stay there even more romantic.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had booked 2 nights and the staff was very accommodating when we asked for a downstairs room, as the reservation was for upstairs. We also ended up staying an extra night because the location was perfect. A shout out to Erika and Tanner for helping make our stay so great! We will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant short stay in a boutique hotel that is a national registered historic landmark. Helpful staff, spacious room, comfortable bed, onsite parking. The hotel should look into installing an elevator and replacing their linen and towels with new ones.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, unique older hotel that we really enjoyed. Parking is a bit tight, I would plan on anything very large. Walkable to the wharf. Staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, clean and quiet. Location was perfect to walk to downtown, wharf, cannery row and the aquarium. Furnishings were dated. I would consider staying there again. Breakfast was mediocre.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What an amazing stay! The hotel itself was clean, the beds were comfy, and in the perfect location! Just a few blocks from fisherman’s Wharf and the walk is past many historic landmarks! Plenty of restaurants to choose from nearby. Plenty of parking during our stay! The courtyard was a great place to eat breakfast! If you’re questioning it - give them a shot! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was in a great location, and rooms were very nice. Breakfast was standard, but fine. Limited parking spots, some fairly tight to get in and out
Stayed 1 night in May 2026