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Pelican Inn Monterey

2.0 star property
Monterey Bay's stunning views create the backdrop for a perfect balance of relaxation and adventure at this welcoming inn

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room. - Pelican Inn Monterey (Monterey)
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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

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, a window with blinds, a mounted TV, and a large framed picture on the wall.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(117 reviews)
  • Park view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(12 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE DELUXE KING BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Monterey Vista, a neighborhood in Monterey, Pelican Inn Monterey is in the suburbs 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 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. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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1182 Cass St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • A street with a coffee shop named "Peel's Coffee & Tea" and a pharmacy.
    Munras Avenue
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • A marina with boats docked, a pier, and a building with a blue facade.
    Waterfront
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A boardwalk with shops, including a candy store and a fish market.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    2 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Del Monte Shopping Center
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monterey Convention Center
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Pizza My Heart
    12 min walk
  • Little Korea
    8 min walk
  • Starbucks
    12 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    11 min walk
  • Lalla Grill Del Monte
    12 min walk

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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
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Reusable cups
  • Some LED lighting used

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
  • 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 and mobile payments; cash is not accepted
Mobile payment options include: Apple Pay
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)

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, Monterey Bay, and Fisherman's Wharf. Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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

Pelican Inn Monterey Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

7.8

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 115 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 115 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 115 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 115 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 115 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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Clean room, excellent service, comfortable bed. That makes the perfect stay. We would recommend and we would return.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lollita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, staff was pleasant and it is within close proximity to everything.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Gallin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Basic motel that is well cared for. Good location and value.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great motel for a great price! Very clean and near the main area of Monterey. I would definitely stay here again. If you stay here, I recommend staying on the top floor if you can because the ceiling is thin and I could hear the neighbors above when I stayed on the bottom floor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Darci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff greeted me right away and were very kind and helpful. The site was clean and the bedroom was fresh. This was a very pleasant stay and I would come back to the Pelican Inn. It is a short drive to the beach and Cannery Row (maybe 5 minutes through the cute downtown area).
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Property was very clean and well-maintained. The staff is always very helpful. and I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Randy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little rooms, good mattress, nice bedding, well maintained with pretty flowerboxes out front. Nothing fancy, but the owner clearly cares about the place and takes care of it. He's a chatty guy, but really helpful and friendly. We liked it!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great experience! My only suggestion would be to get mini coffee makers for each room. But incredibly clean and the staff were all extremely nice.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
basic accommodations. clean and quiet. parking is a bit tight. no coffee maker in room, but coffee at reception office. 20 minute walk to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Stephen

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Standard cookie cutter Munras Ave Monterey tourist trap. Large room, spartan/worn furnishings. Management customer service appalling, beyond atrocious. If I could give zero star this establishment merits zero stars. Do yourself a huge favor, stay elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Matthew

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Manager very nice. Not a very nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Audrey G

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very thoughtful and accommodating. The property was well maintained and secure.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Near Carmel and Downtown Monterey. Nice people working there. Nice vibe to the place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Zahra

We stayed at this motel for one night and found it to be okay for a short visit, especially if you are planning to explore Monterey or Carmel-by-the-Sea. The room was fairly basic and had a chair with a visible stain, which could be improved. I also preferred to use my own blanket for comfort. It was a bit noisy at times, but overall it was acceptable for a quick overnight stay given the convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Ziyang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Laundry is not at Pelican but 10min walk away, and only runs from 8AM until 9PM. But the amenities are modern. The owners can be a bit difficult.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sherry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great overnight spot! The fridge and microwave were very helpful to have. A coffee maker in the room would have been really nice. There was nowhere near early in the morning to get coffee. The room was updated and cute. Bed and pillows were very comfortable. Recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying here and it was enjoyable. Everywhere we needed to go was walking distance. Staff were kind and helpful, the rooms were clean, and there was parking. No amenities like a pool or fitness center, but we just needed a place to sleep. Would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanie

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This place was perfect. We stayed one night and it served its purpose well. The check in clerk was very pleasant and helpful. Hotel was close to everything. Only thing is we couldn’t have ac on because it was too close to bed and we didn’t want to wake up sick, so it got a bit stuffy. But all in all it was a great hotel. We would definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We got the 2 bedroom room. Staff was very helpful. We were able to check in early for a small fee. Room was very clean and tidy. Hotel is walking distance to many restaurants and stores. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No issues checking in. Staff was very kind and friendly. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Property was very clean and well-maintained. The staff is always very helpful. and I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Property was very clean and well-maintained. The staff is always very helpful. and I enjoyed my stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Volodymyr

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good motel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean & friendly staff. Close to the harbor & many great restaurants
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026