Monarch Cove Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Capitola Beach is located near Monarch Cove Inn, which provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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View all photos for Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

A bed with a metal frame, two bedside lamps, a clock, and a floral-patterned pillow.

Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

A bedroom with a bed, a fireplace, a mirror, and a window with curtains.

Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

A neatly made bed with floral bedding and a decorative headboard.

Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

A neatly made bed with a floral-patterned bedspread, two pillows with different designs, and a green throw blanket.

Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed)

A bed with a decorative headboard, two bedside lamps, and floral-patterned bedding.

Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed)

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a teal sofa, a wooden chair, and a desk with a lamp.

Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed)

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a mirror, a door, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed)

A bed with a red and brown bedspread, a wooden headboard, and multiple pillows.

Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed)

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a nightstand, a lamp, and a chair.

Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Carriage House (Pets Allowed)

A bed with blue bedding and patterned pillows, a black metal headboard, and a view of a room with a lamp and another bed in the background.

Carriage House (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 996 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Holiday House (Pets Allowed)

A neatly made bed with a headboard, a bedside table with a lamp, and a bench at the foot of the bed.

Holiday House (Pets Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in Capitola, Monarch Cove Inn is near the beach. Mystery Spot and Roaring Camp Railroads are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Santa Cruz Museum of Natural History are also worth visiting. Visit our Capitola travel guide
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620 El Salto Drive, Capitola, CA, 95010

What's nearby

  • A couple walking on a rocky beach with waves crashing nearby.
    Potbelly Beach
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A beach with tall grasses in the foreground and a calm sea in the background.
    New Brighton State Beach
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A coastal town with colorful buildings, palm trees, and a calm body of water reflecting the architecture.
    Capitola Beach
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A pier with a sign reading "Capitola Wharf" and a view of the water.
    Capitola Wharf
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, ocean waves, and a mountainous backdrop.
    Monterey Bay
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria
    13 min walk
  • Shadowbrook
    17 min walk
  • Zelda's on the Beach
    12 min walk
  • Pizza My Heart
    12 min walk
  • Little Tampico
    3 min drive

About this property

Monarch Cove Inn

  • Bed & breakfast near Monterey Bay
  • Close to Capitola Beach, Monarch Cove Inn provides free continental breakfast, a terrace, and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Free self parking
    • An elevator and 1 meeting room
    • Guest reviews say great things about the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Monarch Cove Inn include comforts such as free WiFi and free bottled water.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Frequently asked questions

Is Monarch Cove Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this bed & breakfast allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Monarch Cove Inn?

As of Oct 24, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monarch Cove Inn on Oct 25, 2026 start from $217, 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 free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monarch Cove Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Monarch Cove Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Monarch Cove Inn located?

Situated near the beach, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Monterey Bay and Capitola Beach. Potbelly Beach and Esplanade Park Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Monarch Cove Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 750 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 181 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1001 reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was very friendly and helpful! Beautiful views and the bed was super comfortable! We stayed in the Rose Garden Suite!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location love the staffI'm
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff was awesome great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This was a cute and charming place to stay. The property has a breathtaking view and the staff was nice and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everybody traveling through Santa Cruz should stay at the Monarch Cove Inn. Come to see the Monarch butterflies. Or watch for whales and otters from the deck! The rooms are pretty and comfortable. The staff are very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful property with stunning ocean views!! Whale watching from our deck! Fantastic staff! Danishes, OJ, fruit & coffee for breakfast served at your chosen time ea. morning. Completely walkable to Capitola Village. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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It’s a beautiful property well worth a visit. I loved our room it had the most amazing views! Staff is awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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This is such an amazing place! You drive through a neighborhood to get there, so the first time I was thinking where am I even going but then you walk into a garden pathway that opens up to butterflies and breathtaking views. If you’re going to Capitola to relax or vacation or zen, this is the place for you!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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Beautiful, peaceful location. Amazing monarch butterfly preservation work demonstrated on site. Nice breakfast delivered to room. The suite was clean but shabby chic, historic furnishing. And like many historic inns, sound traveled from next door and upstairs rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The staff and the entire cottage is just beautiful and pleasant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very quaint and adorable. Ocean view room was great. We will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very nice and quiet place for couples, secluded from all the traffic because its located in the residential area. The property was not too far from the beach and stores. Staff was very nice and accomodating. The estate had Beautiful Scenery, nested right next to the Ocean. Would highly recommend as a place for a couples retreat.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful location! Nice staff, clean room, lovely peak at the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent staff and excellent rooms with an unforgettable view!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

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Dont expect to see things like the photos from website, but if you want quiet, rustic and a great location to Capitolas main street THIS IS YOUR PLACE. Clean room, friendly staff to help with questions. Breakfast was charming and tasted great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful, relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

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It was beautiful! Comfortable, cozy and Romantic. Continental breakfast was delish and prepared so cute. Was there to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday and she Loved it ! Beautiful views as well with a short walk to Capitola shopping center.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything about monarch cove is just magical... the views, the rooms, the grounds, the staff, the butterflies and hummingbirds ... just beautiful. I've stayed at monarch several times and it is the only place i want to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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the staff, amenities, and rooms were absolutely charming. it was a wonderful treat staying here, and the gorgeous ocean views were an added bonus. highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff,beauty of room, scenic grounds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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It is a lovely place with beautiful gardens and very nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

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Reception and staff are lovely. Beautiful property overlooking a cliff in the ocean. I know they are starting to think about renovation and remodeling and updating and upgrading. This will be a Lovely place to stay once they make the upgrades necessary to be safe and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The location is the most beautiful place.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Beautiful setting

LOVE this Inn! Beaitiful grounds, views and rooms!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025