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Recommended hotels in Monterey

Front of property

1. The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel
3.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,752 reviews)
"Room was comfortable and clean. Staff was helpful."
United States
Timothy
$116 nightly
The price is $133
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
The Monterey Hotel
Lobby

2. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,545 reviews)
"It was so nice loved my stay"
United States
Wegdan
$250 nightly
The price is $296
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

3. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,785 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Gabrielle
$112 nightly
The price is $128
Aug 25 - Aug 26
Total with taxes and fees
Pacific Inn
Front of property

4. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,550 reviews)
"Nice and spacious room, very good breakfast."
United States
liping
$199 nightly
The price is $227
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Victorian Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

5. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,128 reviews)
"Great location & very nice motel."
United States
Kristen
$101 nightly
The price is $115
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
El Castell Motel
Lobby

6. Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.0 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (738 reviews)
"fabulous location"
United States
Gordon
$231 nightly
The price is $268
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

7. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,015 reviews)
"It was very friendly and warm accommodation, the price was very accesible and the breakfast was so good Thanks"
United States
Adrian
$152 nightly
The price is $174
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Terrace/patio

8. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,771 reviews)
"Great place that was quite clean and had good breakfast."
United States
Trevor
$190 nightly
The price is $223
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Hotel Pacific
View from property

9. Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,069 reviews)
"Solid place to stay!"
United States
Nicole
$159 nightly
The price is $180
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Sunset Inn
Courtyard

10. Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn
3.5 star property
Carmel
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,859 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay. Great pool and staff, good location."
United States
Ester
$177 nightly
The price is $200
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Carmel Mission Inn
Indoor pool, a heated pool

11. Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel
2.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,861 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Marlene C
$111 nightly
The price is $126
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stargazer Hotel
Exterior

12. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
Monterey
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,701 reviews)
"Excellent stay"
United States
Deborah
$272 nightly
The price is $315
Aug 30 - Aug 31
Total with taxes and fees
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Rooftop terrace

13. Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,165 reviews)
"Great stay! Staff were very friendly and helpful!"
United States
Meghan
$270 nightly
The price is $307
Aug 27 - Aug 28
Total with taxes and fees
Monterey Bay Inn
Lobby

14. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
Seaside
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,170 reviews)
"When you first drive in you can tell it’s an older hotel, but the rooms inside are really nice and the beds are comfortable, and everything was nicely cleaned"
United States
Roxy
$80 nightly
The price is $92
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees
Sand Castle Inn
Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

15. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,103 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Mildred
$111 nightly
The price is $127
Sep 9 - Sep 10
Total with taxes and fees
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
Family Studio Suite, Multiple Beds (sofabed not included) | Premium bedding, down comforters, in-room safe, desk

16. Aura Inn Monterey

Aura Inn Monterey
3.5 star property
Monterey Vista
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,134 reviews)
"Great staff nice location , fantastic air conditioning."
United States
Elisha
$102 nightly
The price is $115
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Total with taxes and fees
Aura Inn Monterey
Lobby

17. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 star property
Seaside
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,556 reviews)
"Amazing and clean room, breakfast was great"
United States
Omer
$239 nightly
The price is $273
Aug 18 - Aug 19
Total with taxes and fees
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Room, 1 King Bed, Fireplace, Partial Ocean View | Premium bedding, down comforters, desk, laptop workspace

18. Cannery Row Inn

Cannery Row Inn
2.0 star property
New Monterey
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,337 reviews)
"Clean and location was convenient."
United States
David
$154 nightly
The price is $176
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Cannery Row Inn
Exterior detail

19. Mariposa Inn & Suites

Mariposa Inn & Suites
3.0 star property
Monterey Vista
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (1,566 reviews)
"Been there several times always great!"
United States
Steven
$150 nightly
The price is $171
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total with taxes and fees
Mariposa Inn & Suites
Exterior

20. Colton Inn

Colton Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, walking distance to Monterey Downtown, to Fishermen’s Wharf and easy access to freeway #1. It’s also near Costco 3.5 miles from this place."
United States
Yan Mei
$128 nightly
The price is $146
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Total with taxes and fees
Colton Inn
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Top Monterey Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent hotel perfect for exploring the area by foot and in car. Room was excellent for 2 adults and 2 teenagers. Would highly recommend this hotel."
Simon 2-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

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Monterey Hostels information

Number of reviews
11,483
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
$92
Highest Price
$315

Frequently asked questions

Should I stay in a hostel in Monterey?
Hostels are a great way to stay for a good value, so you can save more for going out. You can enjoy activities like whale watching, and the sea views create an appealing natural setting.
What is a hostel?
No two hostels look identical, but these dormitory-style accommodations all offer shared rooms (though many hostels offer private room options too), low prices, and a social environment.
What are the best hostels in Monterey?
While you're choosing a place to stay, take a look at this top Monterey hostel: HI Monterey - Hostel - Located within a 5-minute walk of Cannery Row. Property features include free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Rooms come with towels, showers, and free WiFi.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Monterey?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the local climate: The hottest months are usually September and August with an average temp of 63°F, while the coldest months are February and December with an average of 52°F. Average annual precipitation for Monterey is 18 inches.
What is there to see and do in Monterey?
In general, Monterey is known for its beaches, seafood, and golfing. Major attractions include Monterey Bay, Cannery Row, and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Get out into nature with places like Dennis the Menace Playground, San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater, and Del Monte Beach. Cultural attractions include Golden State Theatre, Maritime Museum, and California's First Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around Monterey while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in and around Monterey in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), located 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from the city center. An alternative is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is 16.1 mi (26 km) away. Once you've arrived, you may want to make use of public transit. If you're eager to see more of the area, head over to Monterey Station to take a train.

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