Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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Tribute Portfolio
9 (970 reviews)
2600 Sand Dunes Dr , Monterey , US
+1 831-394-3321

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Heating
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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 $15 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-cigarettes 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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

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Guest Reviews

9
Based on 970 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 • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

They offered complimentary drinks each day. The outdoor seating by the beach, where we could order food, was wonderful and unexpected. Parking was easy.

Cons:

Heater pool could have been heated just a bit more.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Ralph • couple • us
8
My wife’s birthday she / we love the beach
Pros:

Everything fire pits to the wonderful dinner my wife and I enjoyed everything.

Cons:

Paying for parking. I thought it was included in room rental.

2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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VALDEZ • couple • us
10
Peaceful
Pros:

Very friendly and accessible

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Lora • couple • us
5
Good location, everything else needs work.
Pros:

The location, the ocean views, friendly bar staff, and a very good burger.

Cons:

Mold in the initial room, general dirtiness (scum on the showerhead, dust throughout), a shower with barely any water pressure, missing basic amenities (large towels, working smart TV), dirty fire pits outside, an unexplained mandatory resort fee that should've been included in the room price, overpriced breakfast, and unhelpful/unfriendly staff at check-in and check-out.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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oana • family_with_children • il
1
I do not recommend.
Pros:

It is a motel not hotel. The bathroom was with mold not clean at all.a

Cons:

It is a motel not a hotel. Not clean.

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Tamra • family_with_children • us
10
We have stayed here the last 4 years and will continue to do so
Pros:

Close to beach

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Liana • couple • us
10
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Stephanie • family_with_children • gb
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Stacy • solo_traveller • us
9
Perfect spot for a getaway in Monterey!
Pros:

The location was amazing. Our rooms were just steps down to the beach. You could enjoy a glass of wine and make s'mores at the firepits overlooking the ocean. Just a few minutes drive to Cannery Row. My new favorite hotel in Monterey!

Cons:

The pillows. The bed and bedding were fine, but the pillows were flat and hard. I recommend bringing your own from home.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Karen • extended_group • us
9
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Nhung • couple • us
10
Pros:

The view, lots of activities at the hotel from biking, wine drinking, sauna

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Willian • couple • br
8
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Mónica • extended_group • es
9
2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Kathryn • extended_group • us
10
2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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647jrgp • Couples • Topanga, California
6
Great beachfront spot away from the crowds, but lacking privacy and attention to detail
Pros:

The Good:
Incredible beachfront positioning away from the busy downtown Monterey tourist strip.
Very good restaurant with high-quality food and stellar views.
The Not So Good:
Privacy Issues: Paying for a beachfront room implies private views, but exterior corridors pass directly outside the window. You are forced to choose between total exposure to passersby or drawing the curtains and losing the view entirely.
Inconsistent Room Sizes: Our room was quite cramped compared to neighboring rooms. Front desk staff insisted all rooms were the same size, but walking around proved that was not the case. The room only contained one chair, forcing my wife and I to take turns using it.
Service: Elite loyalty recognition was virtually non-existent.
The Ugly:
Property Grounds & Beach Trash: Noticeable trash around the hotel exterior and beach pathway. While public beach spaces are hard to manage, the hotel should actively maintain its surrounding grounds and primary access paths.

2026-08-29 • via Tripadvisor
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susan • couple • us
5
Good location but won't be back
Pros:

Location was good.

Cons:

The room was very small. Minimalist. Room lacked storage, no place to hang a towel near the sink. Used towels on a countertop is gross. Could barely open the door to the tiniest toilet and shower area without banging in to it. Dangerous and slippery tub shower combo with no mat or grab bar. The whole room seemed lacking simple amenities for the price. $50.00 a night to park plus tax came to $227.00. Outrageous!

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • gb
5
Overpriced hotel with a fabulous restaurant.
Pros:

Its position on the beach was gorgeous. The restaurant was excellent.

Cons:

It was VERY expensive for what it was and the housekeeping/reception function were very dozy.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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I5462CVdb • Couples
10
Best All Around
Pros:

Best Hospitality Ever!
Sheevani @ Hotel check-in made my Birthday Get away
the Best!! When your first encounter at check-in is pleasant you know it's only going to get better & it did.
From the Ocean View room which were Super Clean to the Restaurant, Wine & Special Dessert treat..We will definitely recommend and be back.

2026-08-26 • via Tripadvisor
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klhmitch • Solo travel • Walnut Creek, California
10
Great choice for the Monterey area.
Pros:

Lovely setting. Great bar & staff.
A return visit for sure!

2026-08-26 • via Tripadvisor