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With a stay at Cannery Row Inn, you'll be centrally located in Monterey, steps from Cannery Row and 3 minutes by foot from Monterey Bay. This hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Fisherman's Wharf and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium. Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. Featured amenities include express check-out, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 32 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private balconies or patios. 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

"Friendly staff, solid location, decent WiFi and generally clean and has the basics down. Better for sightseeing than for those staying in, I think. Quick things to note: they don't allow late checkouts, just fyi, but otherwise you just drop your keys in a box to check out. The vending machines are also located in an open area, which is nice for when I visited but could become an issue if it's raining... The balconies are really nice, and the location is insanely convenient. It's about 10ish minutes to walk to the aquarium, and it's a block (or half, if you go out the back!) to the waterfront. There's solid food and sightseeing options here too. They do have a decent parking lot, but there's a ton you can see in Monterey by walking, and this hotel is perfect for a lot of those. What's missing here: a common dining area and breakfast, for one. Rooms aren't cramped but most furnishing is basic. Don't expect anything fancy, essentially. All that said, it's a solid choice if you're actually going out and sightseeing vs spending tons of time here. And if you do, they have some pretty nice patios and some rooms have balconies overlooking a trail."
Very Good
106 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From €192
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With a stay at Vagabond Inn Monterey in Monterey (Casanova Oak Knoll), you'll be a short 4-minute walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds and within 4 minutes by car from Fisherman's Wharf. This motel is 3.2 mi (5.2 km) from Cannery Row and 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Monterey Bay. Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and tour/ticket assistance. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a library. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 52 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include phones with free local calls.

"Good location just off the main road but still quiet, good restaurants close by, cleaning daily and has a pool. Free parking and next to a supermarket"
110 reviews
7.1/10
1 night
From €77
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The Carmel Mission Inn, a stylish hotel that provides a great central location to explore Carmel and all that the Monterey Peninsula has to offer. The hotel is in a ideal location with an array of amenities that include a heated pool, a spacious hot tub and fitness room. Imagine your trip to Carmel with its breathtaking beaches, great restaurants, world-class golf courses, an endless variety of leisure activities plus a wealth of unique shops that make up the Monterey Peninsula experience.

"Very exquisite, clean and quiet hotel with a good environment. Maybe it's not the weekend, so there are few people. The room is big, but the air conditioner is noisy. It is far from the town of Carmel and there is no car nearby. The shops opposite the hotel closed before 8 o'clock, and the supermarket was open until 10 o'clock. I finally found a barbecue restaurant that was open until 9 o'clock and had dinner there."
Very Good
124 reviews
8.6/10
1 night
From €200
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47
Hotels in Monterey County
With a stay at Carmel Bay View Inn in Carmel (Downtown Carmel), you'll be steps from Carmel Plaza and 12 minutes by foot from Carmel Beach. This hotel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from 17-Mile Drive and 4 mi (6.5 km) from Fisherman's Wharf. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool, or other amenities including complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, express check-out, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 59 guestrooms. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards, and housekeeping is provided daily.

"Carmel is a beautiful town and the hotel is in the town centre, so the location is perfect. Room was a little dated, but reasonably clean. On the night we arrived to check in, staff was super friendly and helpful. He gave us detailed instructions regarding our room and parking, also local restaurants recommendations. His service was a 5 star! On the morning of departure, we vacated the room and checked out at 9am. We went for a stroll in the town, and returned after an hour. When we returned at 10am I asked the staff (not the friendly staff helped us check in) if I can use a restroom. Knowing we just checked out, the staff bluntly replied there isn’t public toilet in the hotel, so we’d better use the one in the local park. When we asked if we could go back to our room to use the toilet as it’s still early. His said the cleaners were already in. We then walked to our car which was next to our room, only to find the cleaners hadn’t been at all. Zero hospitality, disappointed."
Great
69 reviews
9.2/10
1 night
From €211
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With a stay at Candle Light Inn, you'll be centrally located in Carmel, just a 4-minute walk from Carmel Plaza and 13 minutes by foot from Carmel Beach. This hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from 17-Mile Drive and 4 mi (6.4 km) from Fisherman's Wharf. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features a fireplace in the lobby and a vending machine. Featured amenities include multilingual staff, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 20 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

"Located on the northern edge of the small town of Carmel on the way to California Highway 1, there are a total of ten rooms in the two-story building. The small courtyard is full of green plants and flowers. The firewood burning in the fireplace at night is swaying, and the small courtyard lights up more romantic. Convenient check-in: Convenient, the lady who checked in at the front desk was very friendly and there was a parking space in the yard. Safe: Safe and quiet. Environment: The town environment is elegant and very beautiful. Hygienic: The room is in good sanitary condition and the bed is very comfortable."
Amazing
117 reviews
9.5/10
1 night
From €311
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With a stay at Stargazer Hotel in Monterey (Monterey Vista), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Fisherman's Wharf. This motel is 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from 17-Mile Drive and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Cannery Row. Enjoy recreational amenities such as an indoor pool and a hot tub. Featured amenities include express check-out, laundry facilities, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 58 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.

"The location of the hotel is not bad, but when the navigation is on the back door, it makes a few more laps. Parking is free. The room is not too big, but very clean and tidy. Both refrigerator and microwave oven are available. Breakfast was stopped due to the epidemic. Staying here after walking 17 miles and Carmel on California Highway 1 is much cheaper than Carmel! recommend!"
Very Good
105 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From €135
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Perched dramatically over the Monterey Bay, the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa combines elegant European architecture, sweeping coastal views and sophisticated style to create the perfect vantage point from which to enjoy the gentle sounds of the surf, the fresh scent of sea air and the sight of otters, seals and dolphins at play. The Monterey Plaza's central location on Cannery Row makes it easy to enjoy the area's many attractions and activities, including the world-renowned Monterey Bay Aquarium just three blocks away. The range of activities and attractions nearby is nearly limitless. Launch a kayak from the Hotel's beach, play a round of golf at one of 19 local championship courses, go sailing, whale watch or scuba dive in the protected marine sanctuary of Monterey Bay. Walk to Fisherman's Wharf, Old Town Monterey or the Maritime Museum, or take a scenic drive to Carmel, Pebble Beach, 17-Mile Drive or Big Sur. The Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is a proud to have been named by the reviewers of TripAdvisor one of the Top 25 Hotels in the entire United States, and is a recipient of the 2024 Forbes Award. The Forbes Travel Guide inspections are regarded as the most rigorous and comprehensive in the industry, ensuring that your high expectations will be met. We invite you to visit the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, the premier resort on the Monterey Peninsula.

"It was already evening when we arrived in Monterey. After checking in, we hurried to dine at a Thai restaurant not far away. The town was very quiet. Although we didn’t pay much attention to the environment around the hotel, when we went to the hotel for coffee early in the morning, we saw how beautiful the sea and sky next to the hotel were. The guest rooms were also very clean. I felt that the trip was worthwhile. It was a pity that we should have stayed one more night. I guess I’ll make up for it next time. 😊"
Very Good
57 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From €440
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With a stay at Monterey Bay Lodge in Monterey (Downtown Monterey), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row. This motel is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Monterey Bay and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium. Take advantage of recreation opportunities including an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a fireplace in the lobby. Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 46 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Rooms have private patios. LED televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms with showers are provided.

"Perfect location & reception staff were lovely, however the room could’ve been so much cleaner, hairs were found in the toilet, on the bathroom floor, on the floor of the bedroom & on the bedside tables. The rooms were super noisy- we could hear everything from the room above. The stay was fine for one night but any longer the cleanliness would have to be improved on. A shame as it could be an amazing place. "
Very Good
106 reviews
8.2/10
1 night
From €169
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Hotels in Monterey County
A stay at Monterey Bay Inn places you in the heart of Monterey, steps from Cannery Row and Monterey Bay. This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Fisherman's Wharf and 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium. Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall. Take advantage of the hotel's room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM. Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Monterey? This hotel has 420 square feet (39 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

"The overall price/performance ratio is relatively low, the rooms are relatively old, and the scenery is really not good in the United States. The wind blowing in from the balcony is also a bit unpleasant, and you need to charge dozens of knives to the hotel, including taxes, parking fees, etc."
Very Good
106 reviews
8.9/10
1 night
From €327
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87
Hotels in Monterey County
With a stay at Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey, you'll be centrally located in Marina, a 5-minute drive from California State University Monterey Bay and 12 minutes from Fisherman's Wharf. This motel is 12 mi (19.2 km) from Cannery Row and 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium. Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine. Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, laundry facilities, and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite. Stay in one of 126 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided. Conveniences include blackout drapes/curtains, as well as phones with free local calls.

"There are a lot of parking spaces in the country. There are a lot of people living, and it is still very popular. However, there are no toiletries (with towels) except for two soaps and two plastic cups in the room."
Good
108 reviews
7.7/10
1 night
From €122
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InterContinental Hotels THE CLEMENT MONTEREY by IHG

9.0/10
Great
Posted on Mar 14, 2026
Guest User
From the valet team, to reception desk, to the restaurant staff, everyone was friendly and went above and beyond! The location is amazing!!
Price per night from:€399

Sunset Inn Pacific Grove

9.0/10
Great
Posted on Mar 19, 2025
Wozhoudaiannuo
Facilities: There is a fireplace in the room, love is miserable! Hygienic: It looks very clean! Service: The service is very good and the reception is warm. The breakfast is a bit rudimentary. Hotel location is very good, you can walk to the beach. Be sure to go to the beach to watch the sunset in the evening, beautiful. There is a restaurant near the hotel, you can eat if you are hungry.
Price per night from:€179

La Playa Hotel

9.0/10
Great
Posted on Dec 15, 2020
CN帕洛达斯
recommend! A very romantic hotel in Carmel. It is a 12-minute walk from the small street in the city center and a three-minute walk from the beach. You can watch the orange beach sunset in the room. The building and decoration of the hotel have a Spanish style. There is a garden with good vegetation. Many places are suitable for internet celebrities to take photos. Breakfast is very careful. In the evening, there are sangria wine and chocolate cookies. The rooms are relatively small, but the hotel service is very warm
Price per night from:€860

Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

8.4/10
Very Good
Posted on Aug 9, 2023
USGuest User
Everything was good except the fact of someone pounding on my door at 1:00am then they took off! It was ridiculously unacceptable as they think it’s funny! Other then that, the view of the beach from our room was spectacular. Well worth the cost. Checking in/out was quick and easy.
Price per night from:€258

Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY by IHG

8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Feb 16, 2026
quenton1225
The hotel view was superb. Staying on a high floor facing away from the main road, the morning view was absolutely stunning! There's also a heated swimming pool and a soaking tub, but unfortunately we didn't bring our swimsuits, so we couldn't experience them. The hotel elevators were a bit old; we were worried about getting stuck inside. The breakfast was just average, a typical American breakfast. However, the hotel had an automatic pancake machine, which was interesting. The overall environment was nice, but the lack of a laundry room deducted one point from the facilities.
Price per night from:€225

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Nov 9, 2025
Tetsu.I
We stayed at this hotel the day before the Monterey marathon event. The bed was big and comfortable. However, it was noisy because the walls were thin and the Monterey Airport is nearby. There are free coffee and apples and chocolate bars in the lobby!
Price per night from:€144

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

8.0/10
Very Good
Posted on Jul 15, 2024|Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
CNGuest User
The hotel is very clean. When I took a shower, I was surprised that the white shower curtain didn't have any stains. I booked an ordinary motel with low expectations, but the sanitary conditions far exceeded expectations. The refrigerator and microwave were fully equipped, and the bed was quite comfortable. Breakfast is packaged and taken away by yourself. Each bag contains milk, fruit, cheese, etc. You can take cereal and coffee as you like. In short, it is quite good to stay for one night while passing by. There is a gas station below the hotel, and there doesn't seem to be much noise. Maybe some truck drivers will stay here, but it's quite friendly.
Price per night from:€108

Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey

7.9/10
Good
Posted on Mar 17, 2026
Guest User
Good facilities, there are fridge and microwave in the room, quite helpful for travelers who want to est something simple for breakfast or dinner. The room service helps to keep the room clean. Downside is it can be noisy at night and can hear the outside when the people outside is loud.
Price per night from:€120

Carmel Inn & Suites

7.6/10
Good
Posted on Aug 29, 2018
CNYUE
The biggest advantage is that the room is big and the bed is very comfortable, but the room facilities are like an old house in the 80s. Breakfast is only a simple breakfast such as coffee and yoghurt. Even the eggs are not likely to be expensive. Carmel is worth more than two hundred dollars.
Price per night from:€205

Red Lion Hotel Monterey

7.1/10
Posted on May 13, 2024|Room with Two Queen Beds
Anonymous User
The room was spotless, as expected from Red Lion. A nice bonus was the complimentary coffee and bread, available for pickup in the lobby from 7 AM. The hotel's location is incredibly convenient, with a gas station right next door and a Whole Foods Market directly across the street!
Price per night from:€159

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Monterey County Beach Hotels Information

Total Properties49
Number of Reviews 13,005
Lowest Price€119
Highest Price€3,077
Weekend Avg. Price€403
Weekday Avg. Price€285