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Pelican Inn Monterey

2.0 star property
Suburban motel in Monterey with free parking

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Pelican Inn Monterey offers comfortable rooms with bay views. Guests can enjoy garden walks, in-room WiFi, and convenient dry cleaning and laundry services. The helpful staff excels at arranging local tours and providing insider tips for exploring the area.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 4 of 4 rooms

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace

7.8 out of 10
Good
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(100 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room, 2 Double Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
  • 19 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1182 Cass St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Munras Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Del Monte Shopping Center - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Golden State Theatre - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Monterey Convention Center - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 11 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill Del Monte - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Pelican Inn Monterey

Motel near Monterey Bay
Pelican Inn Monterey provides amenities like a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, tour/ticket assistance, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Pelican Inn Monterey feature perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Eco-friendly toiletries and hair dryers
  • LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Wine tours

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area

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
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival 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 (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: USD 250.00 per day

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

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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, 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
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Monterey Ramada Limited
Ramada Limited Hotel Monterey/Carmel
Ramada Limited Monterey/Carmel
Ramada Monterey Carmel
Pelican Inn Monterey Motel
Ramada Limited Carmel Hill Hotel Monterey
Pelican Inn Monterey
Pelican Monterey
Pelican Inn Monterey Monterey
Pelican Inn Monterey Motel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Is Pelican Inn Monterey pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pelican Inn Monterey?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Pelican Inn Monterey?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Pelican Inn Monterey located?

Located in Monterey Vista, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Munras Avenue and Fisherman's Wharf. Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Pelican Inn Monterey Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 388 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 312 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 157 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 83 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1008 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timmy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like to stay here because it is clean and close to town..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Room needed a little TLC but all in all a good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a clean room, welcoming staff, restaurants & shops nearby. Was perfect for my week stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very friendly and very helpful. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fast and very informative about the local area.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The wharf and Cannery Row were very easy to get to as well as going over the hill to Carmel. The hotel is very conveniently located.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. It is an easy walk to Fishermans warf. There are many local restaurants and tap rooms within a short walk. Perfect for our stay for the PGA event in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Young

Liked: Staff & service
Small parking lot
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Decent motel Fridge and microwave in room
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The price and location was perfect for pur needs. Staff worked with us on late check in. The fireplace was a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Charles

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

Very nice stay

Very nice stay for the price, just stayed 1 night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rouxie Venna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The frontdesk is nice
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Denytte

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
HORRIBLE PROPERTY MANAGER DONT STAY HERE! RUDE AND CONDESCENDING INKEEPER NEVER STAYED ANYWHERE WHERE I WAS BEING WATCHED EVERY MOVE I MADE OUT OF MY ROOM
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The bedside lights were both broken and the fridge was set so cold that everything froze solid.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Chuck

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The A/C worked, but was a bit noisy. The street traffic was a bit noisy, but got quiet later at night. Near downtown and convenient to the highway. Cheapest price on Munras Ave.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good location for the area Excellent staff Quite and comfortable Just what you need
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very good clean motel worth the price. Staff was very professional, helpful and friendly. There are a lot of places to go eat at. It’s about 10-20 minutes to the beach, point Los lobos and the Bixby Bridge
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old property charging far too much for poor rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was easy to find. Staff was pleasant and property was quiet. Walking distance to the Del Monte shopping center and several dining options.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We just popped in for a night during our road trip. We checked in late and the front desk was super accommodating. Comfy and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The staff was great. The room was clean but flies were in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Tracee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall, the hotel room was decent and the staff was good. Wish parking was better; we came back and all of the stalls were taken when we had room reservation. The staff was able to make parking accomodations
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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