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Wave Street Inn

3.0 star property
Travelers find a perfect base near the Monterey Bay Aquarium with ocean views and staff who know exactly how to enhance a coastal California experience.

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Wave Street Inn puts visitors steps from the Monterey Bay Aquarium with practical amenities that make exploring easier. The property offers in-room WiFi, a terrace for relaxing, and staff who provide luggage storage and concierge services while ocean views set the scene.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Cannery Row)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Room, 1 King Bed (Cannery Row)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(128 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row)

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Suite (The Wave Suite)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row, Roll-in Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Located in New Monterey, a neighborhood in Monterey, Wave Street Inn is in the entertainment district and near the beach. Cannery Row and American Tin Cannery are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater and Lovers Point. Don't miss out on a visit to Monterey Bay Aquarium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as scuba diving and other activities like whale-watching. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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571 Wave Street, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • A coastal pier with restaurants and a palm tree.
    Cannery Row
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A tropical beach with clear blue water, palm tree foliage, and rocky outcrops.
    San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A circular glass structure with a blue center and a patterned exterior.
    Monterey Bay Aquarium
    8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A boardwalk with shops, including a candy store and a fish market.
    Fisherman's Wharf
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • A coastal beach with people, a rocky shoreline, and houses in the background.
    Lovers Point
    3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    6 min walk
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
    15 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gianni's Pizza
    5 min walk
  • Sea Harvest Fish Market
    1 min walk
  • Wave Street Café
    2 min walk
  • The Sardine Factory
    3 min walk
  • Fish Hopper
    5 min walk

About this property

Wave Street Inn

  • Hotel near Cannery Row
  • Located close to Monterey Bay Aquarium and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater, Wave Street Inn provides a terrace. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks include:
    • Self parking (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and luggage storage
    • A vending machine, concierge services, and an elevator
    • A 24-hour front desk and free newspapers
    • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Wave Street Inn include comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
  • Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
    • LED light bulbs, refrigerators, and free infant beds

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 19.21 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless 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 (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 19.21 per night

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 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
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

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Is Wave Street Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Wave Street Inn?

As of Jul 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wave Street Inn on Aug 17, 2026 start from $249, 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 19.21 per night.

What time is check-in at Wave Street Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Wave Street Inn?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Wave Street Inn located?

Located in New Monterey, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Cannery Row, American Tin Cannery, and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Coast Guard Pier are also within 10 minutes. Monterey Station is 6 minutes by foot.

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

Wave Street Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 682 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 215 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 65 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jurgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, well maintained property and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was plenty of parking and so close to everything, restaurants , shopping, and the beach. The staff were friendly , welcoming , and very helpful . The room was clean and comfortable. I would stay here again on my next trip to Monterey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk really do all they can to make your stay enjoyable including a goody bag on arrival and bottled water. There are fire pits as well, for warmth or relaxation. Great location and very functional room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel near the Monterey Bay Aquarium and within walking distance of Fisherman’s Wharf and many restaurants and shops. Beautiful view of Monterey Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice , clean and close proximity to restaurants , shops and aquarium. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for a few nights getaway and excellent location! Highly recommend and will stay again. Staff is friendly and quiet hotel right off the main strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were very friendly and super helpful. Hotel was a great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doreen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful stay. I requested an upper floor room with ocean view and I wasn’t disappointed. John and Carol at front desk were always helpful and friendly. Room was clean, location within walking distance to aquarium and cannery row. Short drive to Carmel. Only issues were cable would go out sometimes and kids yelling and running around in courtyard. Luckily that stopped at 830. Overall was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Allyson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was incredibly clean, and the location was absolutely ideal! We will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toygar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

SAMUEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location. Close to several sites and restaurants. Although not a "budget hotel," it is reasonably priced, unlike some others nearby.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Shauna

Parking good , air worked fine …staff was god
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an awesome ocean view from our room and for the price point that was incredible. Room was clean and just what we needed for our first vacation with our 4 month old!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great check in staff, great walking location to shops, restaurants and other attractions.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was wonderful and nice. Property well kept .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ethan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. All the staff were super nice. the rooms are a little dated aesthetically but everything I saw was in good shape. Comfy bed. Shower had a ton a pressure and super hot water
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice people, great location and amenities, clean room.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javier Alejandro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was extremely friendly, room was spotless, beautiful view. Thank you so much for our stay, will definitely be coming back!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was great. We were greeted right away, given local recommendations and a bag of snacks. The room was fine and the bed was comfortable. It could have used more attention to detail as far as deep cleaning goes but it was in no way “filthy”. It smelled a bit old and musty when we first entered the room but that seems to be typical of anything near the ocean. The fire pits were nice to have! I wasn’t a fan of the Cannery Row area. It was again, typical of a touristy t-shirt shop, souvenir shop area. So not sure i’d stay again. But it was still a good mid-level place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Adena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was located right in Cannery Row making it very convenient for walking. The room was clean, bed was comfortable, and I appreciated the little coffee machine. The only drawbacks were thin walls, loud birds early in the morning, and limited “extras” (no hair conditioner, few towels, only one day supply of coffee, etc.)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Imran

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super nice, ample parking, walking distance to Cannery Row. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel and room clean and had all required amenities. Ideal location just a short walk to the wharf and aquarium. Good parking facilities and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good room and love how it was close to the aquarium if your looking for something close to it and a lot of places to shop and eat
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026