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Just 6 minutes' drive from Monterey Pines Golf Course, the Pacific Inn Monterey is 6 minutes' drive from Monterey Peninsula Airport. It features spacious rooms with free WiFi.

All rooms features a TV, ironing facilities, a refrigerator, a microwave, and a coffee machine at the Pacific Inn Monterey. All rooms have carpeted floors and include a work desk and air-conditioning. All bathrooms are provided with free toiletries, hair dryers, and shower/tub combinations.

Best value nice and clean hotel

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8.3
Very Good
1,755 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

Located near the Cabrillo Highway, the Padre Oaks is 4 minutes' drive to downtown Monterey. It is also 4.8 km away form the Monterey Aquarium and the Monterey State Beach. The hotel features free WiFi.

The Padre Oaks provides guests with a 24-hour front desk and free parking.

Very clean, very fast checkin, just awesome 👏

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8.3
Very Good
1,098 reviews
Price from
$111.25
per night

Located 20 minutes’ walk from Fisherman’s Wharf and Central Monterey, Arbor Inn Monterey offers air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi.

All rooms include a microwave, a refrigerator, ironing facilities and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries. Select rooms provide a fireplace, a sofa and a flat-screen TV.

The property is very nice, the room exceeded our expectations, and the staff waited for our arrival.

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8
Very Good
3,684 reviews
Price from
$84
per night

Featuring an indoor heated pool, the Stargazer Inn and Suites offers accommodation in Monterey. Guest rooms include free WiFi. Cannery Row is 3 km away from the property.

Free parking is available on-site.

Very clean and amazing location

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8.1
Very Good
2,291 reviews
Price from
$89
per night

Just 6.4 km from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, El Castell Motel features an indoor heated pool and all guest rooms feature free WiFi.

Laundry facilities are available to guests of this motel.

The Monterey County Fairgrounds and Old Fisherman's Wharf are 5 km away. California State University of Monterey Bay and Fort Ord are a short drive from the El Castell Motel. The Monterey Museum is 3.4 km away from El Castell Motel.

The motel is so much better, then in the photos. It was a pleasure to stay there. Cleaning is 10/10. The staff was friendly and helpful.

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8.3
Very Good
1,869 reviews
Price from
$79
per night

Located in Monterey just 2.6 km from Fisherman's Wharf, the Stage Coach Lodge offers an outdoor pool and putting green. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

All guest rooms include a 40" flat screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. Spacious bathrooms feature granite counter-tops.

Standard, but great stay. Clean and comfortable, nice staff. Laundry is available. Relatively short distance from the wharf, but loved the fact that you can actually walk there... finally a US place with pedestrian walkside and not car-centric.

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8.4
Very Good
1,596 reviews
Price from
$120.69
per night

Located in Monterey, the Lone Oak Lodge offers free WiFi. Guest rooms include a TV with movie channels. Pebble Beach is 10 km away.

Lone Oak Lodge provides a variety of accommodations, all furnished with a coffee machine and a refrigerator. Select rooms include a fireplace, a kitchen, or an in-room hot tub.

We loved it! I have stayed in this motel already in 2016 and I was very pleased then. This time, I was highly impressed by the new renovated rooms. Everything is brand new and the bed (mattresses) are so comfortable! It is about 15 mins drive away from the 17-mile-drive and offers everything you need. Highly recommendable.

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8.2
Very Good
709 reviews
Price from
$85
per night

This 2-star motel features free WiFi and a 24-hour front desk. We also have EV charging at this location at cost. Family rooms are available at the motel.

Wine Trolley Tours, the Monterey Museum of Art, and Dennis the Menace Park are all popular attractions near the motel. The closest airport to Super 8 Monterey is Monterey Peninsula Airport, which is 3 miles away.

Great location, safe, near Fisherman's Wharf and all City center locations. Easy parking. Great bead and bathroom

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8
Very Good
584 reviews
Price from
$94
per night

Best Western Park Crest Inn is 6.4 km from the Pebble Beach Golf Courses and within 3 minutes' drive of downtown Monterey. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and free WiFi. Free parking is available.

Staff was super great, loacation great and for the first time we got realy heated pool!!!

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7.7
Good
1,431 reviews
Price from
$126.65
per night

Located 5 minutes' from Monterey Bay State Beach and 3 minutes' from Monterey Pines Golf Course, this hotel features rooms with free WiFi.

The accommodations at the Blu Pacific Hotel offer a cable TV and a work desk. A coffee maker, hairdryer and ironing facilities are provided. All rooms are non-smoking.

Beautiful, bright colours and fresh looking hotel

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7.7
Good
1,043 reviews
Price from
$84.99
per night

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  • Stage Coach Lodge
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,596 reviews

    Located in Monterey just 1.6 mi from Fisherman's Wharf, the Stage Coach Lodge offers an outdoor pool and putting green. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

    good location, really clean, lovely and very helpful staff!

  • Padre Oaks
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,099 reviews

    Located near the Cabrillo Highway, the Padre Oaks is 4 minutes' drive to downtown Monterey. It is also 3 mi away form the Monterey Aquarium and the Monterey State Beach. The hotel features free WiFi.

    Clean, has everything you need, convenient location

  • El Castell Motel
    Central location
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,870 reviews

    Just 4 mi from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, El Castell Motel features an indoor heated pool and all guest rooms feature free WiFi. Guest rooms feature a microwave and a refrigerator.

    Very clean. Good staff. Easy chech in. Very well priced.

  • Pacific Inn Monterey
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,754 reviews

    Just 6 minutes' drive from Monterey Pines Golf Course, the Pacific Inn Monterey is 6 minutes' drive from Monterey Peninsula Airport. It features spacious rooms with free WiFi.

    qualified and super-friendly owner THANK YOU A LOT!!!

  • Lone Oak Lodge
    Central location
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 709 reviews

    Located in Monterey, the Lone Oak Lodge offers free WiFi. Guest rooms include a TV with movie channels. Pebble Beach is 6.2 mi away.

    Room was neat clean comfortable and well maintained

  • Stargazer Inn and Suites
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 2,291 reviews

    Featuring an indoor heated pool, the Stargazer Inn and Suites offers accommodations in Monterey. Guest rooms include free WiFi. Cannery Row is 1.9 mi away from the property.

    Tha staff was amazing. I was so happy with our stay

  • Arbor Inn Monterey
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 3,684 reviews

    Located 20 minutes’ walk from Fisherman’s Wharf and Central Monterey, Arbor Inn Monterey offers air-conditioned guest rooms with free WiFi.

    Good location, friendly staff and modern facilities

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Monterey Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 584 reviews

    The Super 8 by Wyndham Monterey-Wharf Fisherman's Aquarium is located in the Munras Avenue area of Monterey, 1.4 miles from Seaside Beach, 1.8 miles from San Carlos State Beach, and 1.6 miles from the...

    the property was very well maintained and very clean

  • Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,963 reviews

    Ideally located in the Munras Avenue district of Monterey, Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey-Fisherman's Wharf Aquarium is located 1.3 miles from Window on the Bay Beach, 1.7 miles from Presidio of...

    Good stay if you are passing by. Simple and quiet.

  • The Stevenson Monterey
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,711 reviews

    Located off Highway 1 in Monterey, California, this motel is within walking distance of Monterey Conference Center and Fisherman's Wharf. It offers rooms with free WiFi.

    Great location. Comfortable rooms. Crib available.

  • Best Western Park Crest Inn
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,435 reviews

    Best Western Park Crest Inn is 4 mi from the Pebble Beach Golf Courses and within 3 minutes' drive of downtown Monterey. The hotel offers an outdoor pool, a hot tub, and free WiFi.

    Breakfast excellent, staff very helpful and pleasant.

  • Monterey Pines Inn
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,498 reviews

    Located just outside of the city center of Monterey, California, and only moments away from a number of area attractions and the waterfront, this charming hotel features comfortable accommodations in...

    Very well located, near many shops and restaurants.

  • Blu Pacific Hotel
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,043 reviews

    Located 5 minutes' from Monterey Bay State Beach and 3 minutes' from Monterey Pines Golf Course, this hotel features rooms with free WiFi.

    Central location, clean lobby and rooms, and friendly staff.

  • Super 8 by Wyndham Monterey
    7.7
    Scored 7.7
    Good
    Rated good
     · 976 reviews

    Ideally located just off of Highway 1, this contemporary motel in Monterey, California offers a wide range of complimentary amenities for a stay that is both enjoyable and memorable.

    Good and spacious hotel room at a reasonable price

  • Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 453 reviews

    Free WiFi is included at Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown. Historic Fisherman’s Wharf is 5 blocks away and Cannery Row is 0.9 mi from the motel.

    Roomy, spacious, nice colors, nice bed. Nice staff

  • Bayside Inn
    Central location
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 2,259 reviews

    Located 10 minutes' drive from Monterey Bay Aquarium, this California motel offers convenient amenities such as a free Wi-Fi, and on-site parking. Free continental breakfast is also provided.

    Very clean and good location. We really liked it here.

  • The Inn at 1252 Monterey
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 893 reviews

    This hotel is located in Monterey that is located less than half a mile from Hwy 1 and just 3 miles from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. It offers free WiFi and a year-round outdoor heated pool.

    Convenient location. Easy walk to town & restaurants.

  • Inn By the Bay Monterey
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 846 reviews

    A 10 minutes' walk from downtown Monterey, Inn By the Bay Monterey is just across the street from Don Dahvee Park. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    extremely good value for money and the bed was so comfortable!

  • Pelican Inn
    Central location
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 943 reviews

    Located 4.3 mi from the Monterey Peninsula Airport, Pelican Inn. Free parking is available and rooms offer free WiFi. Pelican Inn offers a seating area and coffee machine.

    Very welcoming staff, clean, bright & good facilities

  • Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,474 reviews

    Located 1 mi from the beach in Monterey, California, Americas Best Value Presidents Inn on Munras is 100% nonsmoking and free parking is available onsite.

    Nice size room with doors out to a shared garden area

  • Motel 6 - Downtown Monterey
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 201 reviews

    Minutes from Monterey town center and attractions such as Fisherman's Wharf, this California motel offers comfortable guestrooms with coffee machines.

    Overall, everything from beginning to end was GREAT!!

  • Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 645 reviews

    Located in California's beautiful central coast, Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey offers guests a relaxing atmosphere only 1 mi from Del Monte Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

    Exactly what the picture and description says it all.

  • Monterey Surf Inn
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 774 reviews

    Monterey Surf Inn offers a beautiful garden setting in the heart of Monterey, just minutes away from the Monterey Airport, Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach.

    Helpful staff (late check-in), cleanliness of the room.

  • The Fremont Inn
    Central location
    6.9
    Scored 6.9
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 320 reviews

    This Monterey, California inn is 2 miles from Fisherman's Wharf. All rooms at the The Fremont Inn feature free Wi-Fi. The smoke-free The Fremont Inn has 24-hour front desk and a tour desk.

    Bien entretenu, Simple et propre, bon rapport qualité prix.

  • Monterey Oceanside Inn
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 700 reviews

    This Monterey, California inn is a 3-minute drive to Monterey State Beach. The inn features free Wi-Fi in every room. The Monterey Oceanside Inn offers guest free parking.

    Quit, decently priced, window person was extremely nice

  • Red Lion Hotel Monterey
    6.4
    Scored 6.4
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 419 reviews

    Just 5 miles from Monterey Bay Aquarium. A seasonal outdoor pool is available. Free WiFi is included in all rooms. Pebble Beach is 10 minutes’ drive away.

    Muy agusto, volveré a ir en mis próximas vacaciones.

  • Rodeway Inn Monterey Near Fairgrounds
    4.5
    Scored 4.5
    Disappointing
    Rated disappointing
     · 225 reviews

    Within walking distance of the Monterey Fairgrounds and 0.9 mi from the Monterey Peninsula Airport.

    Good value relative to the rest of lodging options

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Motels that guests love in Monterey

  • Avg. price/night: $112.04
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,870 reviews
    The location is good. Very clean. Friendly and accommodating staff. Spacious rooms. Lots of outlets. Large refrigerator with a separate freezer. Overall a very nice motel.
    Allison
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $186.68
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,201 reviews
    Standard Motel
    Colin Ronan
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $116.56
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,754 reviews
    Absolutely everything. Impeccably clean and well maintained inside and out. They've thought of everything and offer the quality of a motel/hotel at less than half the price. They obviously take great pride in their motel, as they should. Extremely well done!!!!🤗. Highly recommend this.
    brent
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $130.09
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 979 reviews
    Very clean independent motel. The location is a bit noisy if you’re a light sleeper. The EV station was not working which was a disappointment but over all good for a nights stay.
    Henry
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $90.61
    6.6
    Scored 6.6
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 700 reviews
    Room had small touches that added to a very simple motel. Crown molding in room, nice tile accent in bathroom. Nothing fancy but fair price.
    Robert
    Travelers with friends
  • Avg. price/night: $118.17
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 846 reviews
    Great motel for an overnight. Newly renovated, comfy beds, good amount of space, clean and well cared for - a solid 3-star place to rest your head. Staff were very friendly and easily available. Easy walk downtown and, if you’re up for a longer walk, do the waters edge.
    Megan
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $282.58
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,361 reviews
    The happy hour was a nice and welcome inclusion. Staff were ok at check In, not overly welcoming, just did there job. Disappointed that room smells like old damp motel room, was happy to move on the next morning.
    Karen
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: $118.81
    7.6
    Scored 7.6
    Good
    Rated good
     · 453 reviews
    Great location 5 mins from the heart of Monteray - seafront, shops and bars. Excellent Motel - clean and quiet and free parking
    Gordon
    Solo traveler
  • Avg. price/night: $112.04
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 1,870 reviews
    The lady at Reception was really friendly and helpful. The rooms were a decent size, particularly the twin room with a coffee machine which was very welcome. The rooms were clean and tidy although they could do with replacing some cracked tiles. The location is on a main road with places to eat nearby and just a short drive to the beach. There was plenty of free parking. We didn't have time to use the pool but it looked nice. The motel felt safe with a pretty exterior. We had a really pleasant stay here.
    Amanda
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: $130.09
    8.0
    Scored 8.0
    Very Good
    Rated very good
     · 979 reviews
    The staff were very friendly for check in and check out. The motel was in a great location with free parking, and the room was nice and spacious with a comfortable bed! Overall a good stay, but felt a little overpriced - although that seems to be the going rate in the area.
    Alice
    Young couple

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