Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
Relax with a cup of coffee while planning your next adventure. Discover why this motel's location is perfect for shopping enthusiasts.

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Experience the laid-back vibe at Monterey Surf Inn, a motel near Monterey Bay. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, coffee and tea in the lobby, concierge services for planning your day out. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff and proximity to shopping.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(147 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2014
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Located near the beach, Monterey Surf Inn is in Monterey Vista, a neighborhood in Monterey with great shopping. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkeling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
Map
1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Munras Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Del Monte Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Golden State Theatre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • 17-Mile Drive - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 13 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill Del Monte - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Monterey Surf Inn

Motel remodeled in 2024 and located near Fisherman's Wharf
Monterey Surf Inn provides a free daily manager's reception and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free premises, and concierge services
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at Monterey Surf Inn have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and shampoo
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Renovated entire property - June 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Monterey Surf
Monterey Surf Inn
Surf Inn Monterey
Surf Monterey
Monterey Surf Hotel Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel
Monterey Surf Inn Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Is Monterey Surf Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Monterey Surf Inn?

As of Jan 17, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Surf Inn on Jan 19, 2026 start from $57.0, excluding 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 free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monterey Surf Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at Monterey Surf Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Monterey Surf Inn 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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Reviews

Monterey Surf Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 664 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 132 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1196 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1196 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The staff was excellent and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Natalija

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here. It was affordable, well located and clean. The service was great and we’d stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was courteous, the room was clean and the bed was comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and staff was helpful the whole stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Yajari

Location and parking was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and shower worked good. Staff was courteous and the AC was very quiet. They have a great coffee machine in the lobby.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chenchao

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Although it is a motel, it is spacious and pretty clean. It meets our expectations and should be considered as higher end of motel.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed at this hotel twice no for easy access to cannery row and since its right down the street at a affordable price its been great. The bed is pillow top comfortable and the room is well kept with some wear and tear of a 2-3 star hotel but better than other 2-3 star hotels weve seen.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saira

Good price for good room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can't wait for a swimming pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Gabriela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was really clean & staff was great. The only thing in our room was that the AC either wasn’t really working or when it turned on, it was really loud so we didn’t use it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and location! Just minutes from Cannery Row, clean, quiet, and comfortable. Front desk staff was super nice and there’s free coffee, tea, and biscoff in the office each morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Perfect for a night of rest. Even though it was on a main street it was quiet. The check in was fast and easy and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Adriana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. if I had some feedback for improvement I would suggest the restroom shower tile and sink needs more cleanliness. I can see soap grime. Overall very comfortable bed and delicious coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect! So clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Go to place to stay

This is my goto place to stay when i head down to Monterey. I come down to dive and very relaxing to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavonne

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

Nice room

The room was comfortable and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

MATHEWS

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I needed a place to stay overnight due to a golf outing in Monterey The property was nice, clean and easy access to get to the course. Also close to mall (walking distance) and provide dining options. Overall, worth the place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

LOVED THIS PLACE

Liked everything about the place. Super comfy, great location and Mike who checked me in sent me to Kona's for dinner and it was amazing! Will stay here every time in town!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a very comfortable stay and very comfortable bed. Only issue I had was the water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, parking right outside of the room, quiet, shopping mall just down the street,comfortable bed, small refrigerator & microwave oven to keep & reheat my leftovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025