Clarion Collection Wilkie's Inn Pacific Grove - Monterey

Hotels
Clarion
7.2 (339 reviews)
1038 Lighthouse Avenue , Pacific Grove , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Hiking
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Convenient location
Comfortable beds
Cons:
Service quality issues
Cleanliness concerns

Categories

Cleanliness
4.6
Several instances of unclean bedding and towels noted in reviews.
Service
7.07
Mixed reviews on service quality, with some negative experiences during check-in.
Location
9.1
Numerous comments highlight the convenient location near attractions.
Room Quality
7.56
Rooms were described as comfortable but small, with some issues noted.
Amenities
6.59
Limited amenities like breakfast options and a missing pool/spa.
Value for Money
8.54
Affordable rates appreciated for budget travelers.
Food and Beverage
6.6
Breakfast options mentioned as needing improvement.
Overall Experience
7.57
Overall experience was adequate but marred by service issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-10 15:04

Property Description

Welcome to Clarion Collection Hotel Pacific Grove - Monterey!

Modern Amenities: Experience comfort with flat-screen satellite TVs in every room. Enjoy the convenience of a coffee machine, microwave, and fridge in most rooms. Stay connected with free Wi-Fi during your stay.

Convenient Location: Start your day with a complimentary continental breakfast before exploring nearby attractions. The famous Monterey Bay Aquarium is a short drive away, and Pebble Beach is within easy reach.

Book Your Stay: Don't miss the chance to stay at Wilkies Inn. Make your reservation now and experience the perfect blend of modern amenities and a prime location.

Important information:

You must show a valid photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all special requests cannot be guaranteed and are subject to availability upon check-in. Additional charges may apply.

Renovation work is done from 09:00 to 17:00 daily.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

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Groups

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

  • Internet

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

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 3 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.2
Based on 339 reviews
Cleanliness: 4.6
Service: 7.07
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 7.56
Amenities: 6.59
Value for Money: 8.54
Food and Beverage: 6.6
Overall Experience: 7.57
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Mark extended_group us
8
2026-07-10 via Nuitee
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Jill solo_traveller us
8
2026-07-08 via Nuitee
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Dominique couple us
6
2026-07-05 via Nuitee
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Nora couple us
9
Pleasant
Pros:

Clean. Staff was helpful and kind

Cons:

The stairs

2026-06-27 via Nuitee
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Tcruzer solo_traveller us
9
Great value
Pros:

Location very quiet at night 🌙
Clean small variety of breakfast items Great value

Cons:

Bedding a bit uncomfortable Pillows Flat, could use some more pillows, close your room door if you haven't checked out, cleaning staff will think you left ...

2026-06-24 via Nuitee
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Grateful World Traveler solo_traveller us
5
Pros:

Location in Pacific Grove

Cons:

Room very basic, Pillows abd Bed have very worn

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Dana couple us
10
Small motel, but has it where it counts!
Pros:

Excellent location. About a ten minute drive to downtown Monterey, but very close to downtown Pacific Grove. This is a small inn feel, but very comfortable and clean, which is what is most important to me.

Cons:

The breakfast was very basic. We only stayed one night, but I’d find other options if we were there for a multiple day stay.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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MaryAnn solo_traveller us
8
Clean room and location was enjoyed think front desk person needs customer service training
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Food choices for breakfast

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Ambrocio solo_traveller us
8
2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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MICHAEL couple us
4
A place to stay not recommended.
Pros:

Not much.

Cons:

Place needs up dates and is very outdated. Needs paint job to confined and no room in all area..

2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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Elavenil extended_group us
8
Ok if you are just spending the night stays
Pros:

The rooms and bathrooms were recently renovated, so good

Cons:

The breakfast and reception are the same and congested

2026-05-23 via Nuitee
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Ojars couple lv
10
2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Nicholas couple us
8
Great location nice stay
Pros:

Clean, comfortable, amazing location easy walk away from Pacific Grove’s downtown. Perfect amount of parking for the rooms. Overall very well maintained

Cons:

Sink was sort of insecurely attached to the wall, which was a little sketchy.

2026-05-22 via Nuitee
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Hutch solo_traveller us
7
Pros:

I liked the refrigerator and microwave. I had cereal and coffee for breakfast, that was handy. My room was always cleaned when I got back in the afternoon.

Cons:

The staff could be friendlier.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Ashlee couple us
6
pretty good and peaceful. bad bed but clean place and amazing views.
Pros:

It was so quiet and so calm. i loved how peaceful it was. away from the crowd and next to the beach parking was great. also deer were close by and it was very cute.

Cons:

the bed was very very rickety. barely sat on it and it creeked and i felt so bad during night when i kept moving around.

2026-05-18 via Nuitee
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Kimberly couple us
7
Wonderful location.
Pros:

This is a great location! 15 minute walk to Asilomar Beach. It was very clean and the staff was friendly. There was a woman staying there the same weekend who claimed we were being very noisy but really we just got back from Cannery Row late and we’re trying our hardest to be quiet. Her complaint was the door to our room was squeaking every time we opened it and closed it and she demanded that we stay in our room! That made our stay a little unpleasant. We wanted to stay up and play cards, but we’re too afraid to make noise. The walls are quite thin and it was unfortunate that we had to shut our time together down and all go back to our rooms.

2026-05-09 via Nuitee
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Dolores solo_traveller us
2
Not recommended, especially for the cost.
Pros:

It was clean.

Cons:

The bed should have gone to the dumps. Very uncomfortable and noisy. Loud noisy wall heater. At check in the lady was rude. And breakfast was undesirable.

2026-05-06 via Nuitee
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Antonia couple de
5
2026-04-29 via Nuitee
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Jake couple us
10
2026-04-27 via Nuitee
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Kathleen solo_traveller us
5
2026-04-27 via Nuitee