The Monterey Hotel
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940-2705
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Our boutique hotel is tucked into the heart of downtown, moments from top area attractions like the Monterey Conference Center, the Monterey Bay Aquarium and the Tuesday Farmer’s Market, which takes place right outside our doors. Behind our charming Victorian façade, our hotel offers 69 guest rooms and suites beautifully appointed for business stays, family vacations or romantic getaways. Some rooms are even pet-friendly.
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Valet parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Shuttle bus service
Salon
Baggage storage
Newspaper
24-hour front desk
Paid private parking nearby
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Mid-range
Centrally Located
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish
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100Great for walkers
Grade: 100 out of 100
76Restaurantswithin 0.5 km
31Attractionswithin 0.5 km
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407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940-2705
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Nearby restaurants
Paris Bakery Cafe
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Monterey State Historic Park
169 reviews4 minState Parks
Monterey History & Arts Association: Salvador DalÍ
127 reviews5 minArt Galleries
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
57 reviews6 minNature & Wildlife Areas
Old Monterey Farmer's Market
63 reviews2 minFlea & Street Markets
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I traveled for work purposes to attend a court hearing in the morning. A horrible night’s sleep coupled with an ice cold shower and no power made this stay miserable. Not only that, there was old food in the microwave from the previous guest.
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Staff very responsive to requests. Great experience. Walking distance to great restaurants. Everything you need is within walking distance. Easy check in and checkout thru app and email. Valet parking is the best
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Date of stay: March 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Responded 4 days ago
Hi there, We're so happy to hear that you had a great visit and enjoyed our Downtown location! We love it when guests are able to easily explore the area and we hope to welcome you on your next visit to Monterey. Best, Isabella
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It was lovely property.nice and clean . Lovely hospitality. They help me and my husband . They went out of their way to help my husband that is disabled . The only thing is the hotel doesn’t have heater in the room we got . They did give us floor heater that was nice .
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Date of stay: March 2023
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 2 weeks ago
Hi there, We want all guests to feel at home and it's great to hear that staff went above and beyond to make sure you and your husband had a lovely visit. Fireplaces in the Historic side of the hotel are temporarily turned off and we hope to have these running again soon. Thank you for choosing to stay with us and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Best, Isabella
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This is one of several stays over the years. Each visit has gotten better. The upgrade of the lobby and rooms makes it a convenient and charming stop in Monterey. Parking at the city lot was inexpensive and safe place to leave your vehicle. I found the staff to be very responsive and friendly. My room was very clean and comfortable with high quality linens and good insulation. I rarely heard anyone else. The hotel is convenient walking distance to the historic plaza and Fishermans Wharf. If you like to walk it is possible to walk to the aquarium as well. I will use this as my base on future trips.
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Date of stay: February 2023
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Responded 2 weeks ago
Hi Ann, Thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at our hotel. We're thrilled to hear that your recent stay was your best yet and that you found our lobby and room upgrades charming and convenient. We're also glad to hear that our affordable and secure parking option met your needs and that you found our staff friendly and responsive. We take great pride in our attention to cleanliness and comfort, and we're delighted you appreciated your room's high-quality linens and insulation. We're also pleased to hear that our location provided easy access to local attractions and that you plan to use us as your base for future trips. We appreciate your loyalty and look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Monterey. Thank you again for your kind words and for choosing our hotel for your recent stay. Best, Isabella
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Although the hallways were attractively furnished, they (and the rugs) were dirty and my room was sparsely furnished and the pillows were so hard! The worst part was I could hear EVERYTHING the people on the floor above me were doing and saying--sooo gross!
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled solo
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 16 Feb 2023
Hello, Thank you for telling us more about your stay and we apologize for your experience. We want all guests to have an enjoyable visit and we understand your frustrations. I've shared your comments with hotel management and we will take a closer look at the room furniture and wall insulation. Best, Isabella
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Jamie at the front desk is AMAZING. Her customer service skills are outstanding and she is very professional. The rooms in both the historic section and the deluxe section are absolutely stunning. This is a very clean and very well maintained hotel in the heart of Monterey. The complimentary coffee and grab-and-go breakfast each morning is very delicious. I highly recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a top notch hotel to stay at while visiting Monterey.
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Date of stay: February 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 9 Feb 2023
Hello, Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience at our hotel. It is great to hear that Jamie's customer service skills exceeded your expectations and that you found our rooms to be stunning and well-maintained. We are thrilled to know that you enjoyed the complimentary coffee and found our hotel to be clean and conveniently located in the heart of Monterey. Thank you again for choosing to stay with us and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back in the future. Best, Isabella
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I like the location of this historic hotel. It's not fancy, but the beds are really comfortable and it is so close to trails, good food, drinks, shopping-- you can't beat the location. Parking was very nearby and easy to do-- although you do have to pay daily and its best to use the machine in the lot vs the app--- cheaper and you can pay once for all day $8 for the day. If late night or early morning noise is super bothersome to you, this is not your place-- the street is busy and I'd say just one night I heard some loud people out the open window and the morning has early morning trash and delivery trucks-- I was up, so it really did not bother me and I like the fresh air from an open window. Easy walk to attractions and just a short block to convention center. This location is awesome. …
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 23 Jan 2023
Hi there, Thank you for your review of our Monterey hotel! We are glad to hear that you appreciate the location and find it convenient for hiking trails, food, drinks, and shopping. We are glad that you found the beds comfortable and that parking was nearby and easy. However, we apologize if the noise from the street was bothersome, we will take note of it. We are glad to hear that you found the hotel's proximity to the convention center and the attractions to be convenient. We hope you will consider staying with us again in the future. Best, Isabella
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I loved my stay at the Monterey Hotel. Was attending a conference at the Marriott and Monterey Conference Center and wanted an affordable, out of the hubbub of the Conference. The Monterey Hotel fit my preferences perfectly. I requested a quiet room as I was going to have a lot going on at the conference and didn’t want to lose any sleep with noisy neighbors. The staff booked me into room 424, it was perfect. I also.really appreciate the ability to open the windows and enjoy fresh air. Highly recommend.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled on business
Room Tip: parking is $12 a day in parking lot two blocks away. Drop off your luggage then park!
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 19 Jan 2023
Hi there, Thank you for choosing to stay at our hotel! We're glad that you had an enjoyable visit and were able to relax after a conference at the Monterey Conference Center. We hope to welcome you again! Best, Isabella
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I've seen reviews that say the rooms could be updated, but they were very adorable in their antique style. A bit small, but with the wharf and all of Monterey nearby, there was not much need to be in our room. Staff was super friendly and helpful.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 12 Dec 2022
Hi there, We're happy to hear that you enjoyed our Victorian-style hotel! We love it when guests enjoy the historic charm and are also able to easily explore all that Monterey has to offer. We hope to welcome you again soon. Best, Isabella
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We were a group of 4 women. Very good location to cannery row. We loved the charm of this hotel and the front desk and valet were so nice. The coffee service was delicious! Boyd's coffee was very good. We would definitely come back.
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Date of stay: November 2022
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Response from Isabella M, Marketing at The Monterey Hotel
Responded 17 Nov 2022
Hi there, Thank you for choosing to stay at our hotel! Our location is perfect for guests who'd like to enjoy all that Monterey has to offer. We can't wait to welcome you for another getaway. Best, Isabella
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PRICE RANGE
US$99 - US$189 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
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NUMBER OF ROOMS
69
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Monterey Hotel
Which popular attractions are close to The Monterey Hotel?
Nearby attractions include Monterey State Historic Park (0.3 km), Monterey History & Arts Association: Salvador DalÍ (0.3 km), and Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (0.4 km).
What are some of the property amenities at The Monterey Hotel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, shuttle bus service, and baggage storage.
Is parking available at The Monterey Hotel?
Yes, paid private parking nearby, paid public parking nearby, and street parking are available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to The Monterey Hotel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Paris Bakery Cafe, Montrio, and Old Monterey Cafe.
Does The Monterey Hotel have an airport shuttle?
Yes, The Monterey Hotel offers an airport shuttle for guests. We recommend calling ahead to confirm details.
Is The Monterey Hotel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.3 km away from the centre of Monterey.
Are pets allowed at The Monterey Hotel?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Which languages are spoken by the staff at The Monterey Hotel?
The staff speaks multiple languages, including English and Spanish.
Are there any historical sites close to The Monterey Hotel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Tor House (7.2 km), Cannery Row (1.8 km), and Doc Rickett's Pacific Biological Laboratories (2.0 km).
Is The Monterey Hotel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.