It’s right in the center street of downtown Monterey, a lot restaurants and shops, only thing is there isn’t AC in the rooms, only a fan in there, I was too hot to fell asleep.
3 stars
The Monterey Hotel
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Overview
There are parts of California that are known for being historic and full of fun. The Monterey area is just one of these places. In the downtown Monterey area, travelers can find a great Victorian-inspired hotel to stay in. It is the Monterey Hotel. This hotel offers complimentary breakfast, a business center, valet parking, 69 rooms that are non-smoking, a concierge, fitness center, and a hot tub. It has all the amenities of home and much more!
The rooms here have WiFi, a fireplace, hairdryer, toiletries, plush carpeting, flat screen television, alarm clock, air conditioning, climate controls, coffee maker, iron, microwave, and mini fridge. Guests will feel right at home with comfortable pillow top mattresses and luxury linens.
Guests of the Monterey Hotel will find so much to see and do when they are here. They will be near Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, National Conference Center, Pacific Grove, Golden State Theatre, Casa Serrano, Larkin House, Monterey Museum of Art, Colton Hall Museum, Pebble Beach, Del Monte Beach, Carmel Mission, and 17-Mile Drive. Guests will not run out of things to do while they are here.
It is easy to book a room here and guests will feel right at home as soon as they check in. This hotel has all of the comforts of home and the staff here truly helps to make this a great place to stay. Booking doesn’t take long, but guests will need to ask about special events in the area during peak seasons so that they can book early and get the room of their choice.
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Amenities at The Monterey Hotel
- Fitness centre
- Free Wi-Fi
- Coffee machine
- Valet parking
- Business centre
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- Free toiletries
Basics
- Free Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi available in all areas
- Internet
- Linens
- Towels
- Fan
- Fire extinguisher
- Free toiletries
- Shampoo
- Smoke alarms
- Heating
- Body soap
- Air-conditioned
- Trash cans
- Conditioner
Accessibility and suitability
- Pets allowed on request. Charges may apply.
- Disabled Access
- Roll-in shower
- Elevator
- Shower chair
- Hypoallergenic
- No smoking
- Toilet with grab rails
- Upper floors accessible by elevator
General
- Fireplace
- Seating area
- Telephone
- Carpeted
- Tile/marble floor
- Storage available
Services and conveniences
- Business centre
- Wake-up service
- Concierge service
- Meeting/Banquet facilities
- Express check-out
- 24hr front desk
Bathroom
- Hairdryer
- Toilet
- Toilet paper
- Private bathroom
- Walk-in shower
Media and entertainment
- Radio
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable or satellite TV
- TV
Parking and transportation
- Parking
- Valet parking
- Private parking
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Laundry service
- Iron and ironing board
Dining
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
- Coffee machine
Things to do
- Eco tourism
- Beach access
- Bicycle rental
Bedroom
- Alarm clock
- Wardrobe or closet
Pool and spa
- Hot tub
Health and safety
- Safe
Fitness
- Fitness centre
Reviews of The Monterey Hotel
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Summary of reviews
Guests say
Guests appreciated the great location and friendly service, particularly highlighting the proximity to Fisherman's Wharf and various restaurants. However, many reviews pointed out issues with room size, cleanliness, and noise levels, with some rooms described as outdated and musty. Breakfast options received mixed reviews, with some guests enjoying it while others suggested improvements. Overall, the hotel offers a charming historical experience but may not meet expectations for comfort and amenities.AI-generated from customer reviews
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Vintage charm but rooms are so basic they miss the opportunity to make it special.
- Carpets haven't been washed in years (so the ground is covered in the oils left by others feet) - Rooms are incredibly small - Bad water pressure - Sink didn't drain well - Paint is chipping - Water randomly leaked in the middle of the night - Access to the hotel meant crossing a bridge between the newly updated Monterey hotel and the historic building. - Pillow cases smelled of perfume from a p...
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Location, location, location! Close to fisherman’s wharf, on a Main Street with multiple food options. Easy to walk the dog. Only thing missing was AC, the room was a bit stuffy, even with both windows open and a fan (provided in the room) going.
Pros (+) Smallest room I ever stayed in. Staff was rude. Breakfast was bad. Rooms outdated
Cons (-) Everything
Pros (+) Friendly, helpful staff. Great location, close to Fishermans Wharf and lots of restaurants.
Cons (-) Mattress was too firm for my liking
Pros (+) The staff were SO amazing! They were helpful and kind and their customer service was just so outstanding! The lobby was very pretty and the spa and other facilities were absolutely perfect! The locationn was nice; five minutes from he wharf and downtown. I’ve never been that close before so it was nice.
Cons (-) The fan on the ceiling so loud I couldn’t sleep and too hot to turn off. The room smelled very bad and nothing helped. It was very very small for the price. The bed was incredibly hard. The socket in the bathroom didn’t work so I had to find an alternate one and all the others were awkwardly placed so it was hard to get ready in the morning. I was beside the stairs and I listened to loud noisy peo...
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Cons (-) They in the process of adding more room. But when they put you in the "historic" part of the hotel, it seems ancient. We were put above a cafe, very noise until 10:30.
Pros (+) Beautiful Downtown, close to Fisherman's Wharf, and well-preserved and maintained building and rooms. Rooms are older and bathroom fixtures & layout could use updating, but the furnishings are antique, the bed was comfy, and the room was clean and neat throughout, and the place was quiet. It is located conveniently close to many differing restaurants, and of course the real touristy hotspots are o...
Cons (-) So the closest parking they refer you to is 4-blocks away and there is no guarantee that you'll park closer even at check-in as they have no "dedicated" on-street parking/loading nearby. There are stairs everywhere, so even if you ride the elevator up, once you get to your floor it's the old-fashioned "wandering" hotel with weirdly set up hallways and you go out of one building into others, and th...
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Pros (+) Good location, in heart of downtown. Parking can be an issue. Hotel could use an update.
Location
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940
What's nearby
- Larkin House249 m
- Monterey Maritime Museum302 m
- Museum of Monterey315 m
- Wharf Theater0.4 km
- Fishermans Wharf0.5 km
- Sano Spa0.5 km
- Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo0.5 km
- Monterey Bay Whale Watching Cruises0.6 km
- Elysium0.6 km
- Dennis the Menace Park0.7 km
- Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada0.8 km
- Cannery Row1.8 km
Policies
Check-in/Check-out | Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM |
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Cancellation/prepayment | Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider. |
Essential information about The Monterey Hotel
Low season | November |
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High season | July |
Average price (weeknight) | C$ 169 |
Average price (weekend night) | C$ 255 |
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Value for money | 7.4 |
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Distance to downtown | 0.1 km |
Nearest Airport | Monterey Regional |
Distance to airport | 5.1 km |
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