Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hotels
Tribute Portfolio
9 (781 reviews)
2600 Sand Dunes Dr , Monterey , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Electric bicycle charging station
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Incredible location
Exceptional service
Beautiful views
Great breakfast
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
High parking fees
Overpriced amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
8.16
The grounds required more attention; concerns raised about cleanliness in certain areas.
Service
9.63
Most experiences noted exceptional staff service, although some mentions of being busy.
Location
10
Incredible location; easily accessible beach and beautiful views received frequent praise.
Room Quality
8.67
Good quality rooms, but concerns about the experience in one room due to maintenance issues.
Amenities
8.62
Some amenities praised, but complaints about additional charges for extras.
Value for Money
8.15
Mixed feelings about pricing related to services offered, especially with additional costs for parking.
Food and Beverage
9.61
Breakfast was highly rated as the best experience at the hotel.
Overall Experience
9.16
Generally positive experience but marred by specific issues during the recent visit.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 05:45

Property Description

Direct Beach Access and Heated Pool
Monterey Tides offers direct beach access and a year-round outdoor heated pool, providing guests with the perfect opportunity to relax by the water and soak up the sun.

Scenic Views and Comfortable Accommodation
Each guest room at this hotel features a flat-screen cable TV, a refrigerator, and either an ocean or garden view. The comfortably furnished rooms, accessible through exterior corridors, ensure a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Dining with a View and Coastal Flair
Indulge in a culinary experience at Tides Waterfront Kitchen, offering elevated beachside menus with coastal flair and stunning views. Bayside Bar and Lounge provides a laid-back atmosphere inspired by the California coast, complemented by delicious cuisine and a variety of beverages.

Experience the best of Monterey Bay at Monterey Tides - book your stay now to enjoy beachside luxury and exceptional hospitality.

Important information:

Please note:

-Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel reserves the right to authorize the credit card for the full amount of the first night. If a guest cancels their reservation within 2 days, no refund will be provided to the guest.

- Each pet must not exceed a weight of 50 lbs each. Pets must never be left unattended in the hotel room. Additional fees may apply.

-The hotel's destination fee to Daily $12.50 food and beverage credit, Nightly BONFIRE RITUAL Includes a bonfire we build for you on our very own private beach, including house-made marshmallows, chocolate squares, graham-crackers, roasting sticks, and blankets for up to 2 guests, Daily 2hr bike rentals for up to 2 guests, Daily Beach Yoga up to 2 guests, Daily use of NOCS Provisions binoculars for up to 2 guests, Daily Enhanced Hi-Speed Internet Access.

-Monterey Beach is committed to providing its guests and associates with a smoke free environment. Smoking tobacco, vapes, e-cigarets and marijuana is strictly prohibited within the hotel. By booking through this website, you acknowledge that the hotel has installed smoking detection sensors in its rooms. These sensors enable hotel management to respond to smoking events without disrupting your stay. You hereby agree and consent to the use of such sensor in your room and acknowledge and agree that is it 100% privacy compliant and required by the hotel to ensure a smoke-free stay for all guests. By acknowledging the foregoing, you agree to waive any future claims related to the presence of the sensor in a room you may book. Tampering with the sensor is strictly prohibited.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MRY

Property Policies

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People no matter the age stay for US$100 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 51.21 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 781 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.16
Service: 9.63
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8.67
Amenities: 8.62
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 9.61
Overall Experience: 9.16
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Jennifer couple us
10
2026-03-27 via Nuitee
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Gordon couple us
4
below expectations
Pros:

View from lounge and restaurant

Cons:

pricey for room overlooking parking lot. Bathroom was miniscual. Asked for room with a view, which is why we selected this hotel, none was available to us. Room above us was noisy until after 10 PM.

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
S
Sarah family_with_children us
5
Pros:

On the ocean

Cons:

Water damage in the bathroom

2026-03-27 via Nuitee
K
Kay family_with_children us
9
Pros:

Great location and hotel. A little much to pay for parking

Cons:

Paying for parking was excessive

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
L
lori and gary couple us
10
Pros:

Location pet friendly

2026-03-23 via Nuitee
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Ilona family_with_children pl
8
Pros:

Room next to te ocean.

2026-03-18 via Nuitee
A
Anthony couple us
10
2026-03-14 via Nuitee
C
Cassandra couple us
10
2026-03-11 via Nuitee
D
D'Angelo couple us
10
Pros:

Na

Cons:

Na

2026-03-11 via Nuitee
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Jesse couple us
7
2026-03-10 via Nuitee
A
Arame solo_traveller be
3
Pros:

la vue sur la mer

Cons:

chambre donnant sur le parking, fenêtres non isolantes, personnel peu aimable à l'accueil, arnaque sur le prix de l'hébergement.

2026-03-09 via Nuitee
M
Michele couple us
9
It's amazing! You don't have to leave if you don't want to because everything is right there
Pros:

Love the ocean front room and the decks with the seating and fireplace tables. The property is so well organized, clean, and positioned perfectly. Food at the Latern room and at the bar was delicious and service was amazing

Cons:

The wind! Okay, we all know weather is weather. It gets pretty windy here though.

2026-03-07 via Nuitee
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christinagK505ST Business
10
Great location/ great business travel stay
Pros:

Great location. Well appointed room. Staff very attentive and willing to make it a great stay. Vivian was especially helpful in accommodating my specific requests.

2026-03-06 via Tripadvisor
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NorvelL couple us
10
Pros:

Nice

Cons:

Not charged for parking

2026-03-04 via Nuitee
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Sara solo_traveller us
10
Pros:

Always exceptional!

Cons:

Price is high.

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
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Dapelo family_with_children us
10
2026-03-02 via Nuitee
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LizF959 Business
10
Amazing views and service
Pros:

This is a wonderful hotel with beautiful ocean views and quick access to downtown Monterey, Carmel, etc. Rooms are clean and you can hear the waves crashing. I used the gym and it’s very large with clean, modern equipment. The service is exceptional. Sheevani was so accommodating to my early check in and late check out due to my flight times. She and her colleagues made my stay so welcoming- appreciated the glass of wine before my uber came! I will definitely be back when my business is in town again.

2026-02-26 via Tripadvisor
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amyandjeffg Business Folsom, California
10
Great place
Pros:

I stay at a lot of hotels. This one stands out. The location, beach access, great staff, the wine machine and the ice is awesome

2026-02-25 via Tripadvisor
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Stay12542307486 Solo travel
10
Certified Vibes
Pros:

I come to the bar at this hotel sporadically when I’m craving a good drink, a pretty view, and a little main-character moment. You know the vibe — soft lighting, something sparkling in your glass, pretending you’re in a Hallmark movie where you “just needed a quiet moment away.”

Hanna absolutely makes that experience.

She’s warm without being overbearing, attentive without hovering, and somehow manages to make you feel like you’re her bestie within minutes. There’s a welcoming energy about her that stands out immediately.

I’ve interacted with other staff before and let’s just say… the contrast is noticeable. Hanna brings kindness and professionalism in a way that elevates the whole place. It feels intentional. It feels genuine.

If you’re going for the atmosphere, the drinks, and that cozy-escape feeling — hope she’s working.

The experience just hits different when she is. 🍷✨

2026-02-25 via Tripadvisor
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Meagan family_with_children us
6
Overall, while the location and views are beautiful, the cost didn’t match the overall experience for us.
Pros:

We enjoyed several aspects of our stay at Monterey Beach Hotel. The room was clean, and the ocean views were beautiful. Having the beach directly in front of our room was a highlight, and the walk-down stairs made beach access easy and convenient.

The outdoor decks with fire pits were a nice feature, and we appreciated that they offered s’mores kits for the kids — that was a thoughtful touch. The daily drink voucher is also a nice perk for guests, as well as the other perks like the E bike rental, cold plunge and sauna, though we did not partake. The staff we interacted with were friendly and helpful throughout our stay.

We also liked that parking was located close to our room, which made unloading and coming and going easier.

Overall, the beachfront location and views are definitely the standout features of the property.

Cons:

The beds were uncomfortable, which made it hard to get a good night’s sleep. There also appears to be a restaurant or bar directly above some of the rooms because it was very noisy at night — loud music and constant footsteps that went on late. That definitely impacted our ability to rest.

We were also disappointed that the fire pits shut off at 10pm on a Saturday. We had to wait for other guests to leave so we could make s’mores, and by the time we were able to get a spot, the fire pits had already turned off. That was frustrating for the kids. Additionally, wine glasses and alcohol bottles were left out on the deck overnight and weren’t cleaned up until close to 8am. It kind of ruins the peaceful morning vibe when you’re trying to sit outside with coffee and watch the sunrise.

Parking was another issue. Paying almost $60 per night for parking — on top of an already expensive room — felt excessive, especially in a garage owned by the hotel. The spaces were also very tight.

Lastly, we weren’t able to find a heating option in the room for when it got chilly at night, which made it uncomfortable.

2026-02-23 via Nuitee