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Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Active travelers find paradise at this Monterey retreat where golf, hiking, and biking adventures begin just steps from helpful staff and comfortable rooms

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The Merritt House Hotel is close to Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Guests can enjoy a 27-hole golf course, on-site cafe, and nearby hiking/biking trails. Helpful staff, free self-serve breakfast, and high-speed WiFi make it ideal for active travelers.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium Suite | Living area | 26-inch TV with cable channels

Premium Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Honeymoon Suite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard, One King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard, One King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(61 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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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
Map
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf
    Fisherman's Wharf
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Monterey, California's marina is filled with sailboats and yachts. Birds fly over the water, while fog partially obscures the distant hills.
    Waterfront
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cannery Row
    Cannery Row
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    3 min drive - 1.6 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

  • Alvarado Street Brewery
    3 min walk
  • Turn 12
    3 min walk
  • Rosine's Restaurant
    4 min walk
  • Starbucks
    2 min walk
  • Taco Bell
    3 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

  • Hotel near Fisherman's Wharf
  • Located close to Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium, 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.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Self parking (surcharge), coffee/tea in the lobby, and smoke-free premises
    • A TV in the lobby, outdoor furniture, and a front-desk safe
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Merritt House Hotel boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Heating and ceiling fans
    • Showers, hair dryers, and shampoo
    • 26-inch TVs with cable channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers

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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 20 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 20.00 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 does it cost to stay at Merritt House Hotel?

As of May 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt House Hotel on Jun 1, 2026 start from $248, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 20.00 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, Cannery Row, and Monterey Bay. 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

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 657 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 217 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful close to beach
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cristina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I enjoyed the fireplace in the room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this cute place! Rooms were clean, breakfast was cute for a morning snack, parking is tight. Location is great! Staff always greeted us hello and with a smile everytime.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JAMES

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quaint, quiet place with so much charm & comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Merritt House was very clean and a lovely, well-appointed hotel with a beautiful balcony and fireplace, vaulted ceilings and very comfortable beds and pillows. The breakfast was lacking a little bit. Very minimal choices. Skip breakfast there, and go to Alta Bakery instead! It was amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice big room, excellent location!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property with a lot of charm. Great location. Parking onsite at additional cost.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, room was great, staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, charming place in a great location . Just need to improve shower temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ChristopherChristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice cute room with a fire place staff was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great! Cute, quiet, clean historic hotel. So close to downtown and Fisherman's Warf so we could walk to many places.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Siegfried

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, huge room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Devik

Liked: Cleanliness
Expedia shows a noon check-in but in fact once I arrived the staff informed me that it was actually 3 PM but a room is available and I was allowed in at about 1220. Throughout my stay staff was extremely attentive and helpful. I love being able to have a cozy fire in the evening and the room was adorned with all manner of African art, modern amenities, and a tasty breakfast the next morning. Parking can be a bit of a challenge but if you’re careful you’ll be fine. Room 15 and 16 upstairs are particularly nice because they have a base price but also include a patio with a table and two chairs.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We loved it! The location was perfect. The staff were super friendly and the room was very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sabai

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to Fisherman Wharf. Very cute house . Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean room, great courtyard for eating breakfast or having a coffee
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Great staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute place to stay! We loved the fireplace and cozy charm.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff was great Room was big and clean Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful historical spot with easy access to all of Monterey Bay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This cute, cottage like hotel was the perfect stay during a conference in Monterey - short walk to all nearby conference rooms. Our 2nd floor room had high ceilings, skylight & exposed beams. The staff were friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Flor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t have air conditioner just had electric fan but otherwise location is really good walking distance to the Fishermans wharf and other eating places
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

TANYA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of our favorite places to stay! We love the fireplaces and how centrally located it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kassandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was great! The fireplace was amazing and they offered a complimentary log for the fire!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026