Monterey Bay Inn

Hotels
8.8 (1676 reviews)
242 Cannery Row , Monterey , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Business center
Heating
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Laundry
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Wonderful staff
Beautiful location
Clean rooms
Cons:
Limited parking
Outdated furniture
Limited breakfast options

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
Overall positive sentiment about room cleanliness, although dated furniture noted.
Service
9.41
Exceptional service mentioned, particularly from front desk staff.
Location
9.45
Great location highlighted in multiple reviews.
Room Quality
8.4
Some complaints about room noise and dated features.
Amenities
8.93
Positive comments on available amenities, though some desire more options.
Value for Money
8.39
Concerns raised about price vs. offerings.
Food and Beverage
7.94
Limited breakfast options criticized.
Overall Experience
9.21
General enjoyment of stay, with a strong likelihood of return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 10:26

Property Description

Rooftop Whirlpool and Beach Access
Nestled on the coast of Monterey Bay, Monterey Bay Inn offers a luxurious experience with a rooftop whirlpool and direct access to San Carlos Beach. Immerse yourself in relaxation and stunning ocean views.

Elegant Rooms with Spectacular Views
Indulge in comfort and style in each room at Monterey Bay Inn, featuring a private balcony overlooking Cannery Row or the Monterey Bay. Enjoy modern amenities such as a minibar, coffee machine, and plush bathrobes for a truly upscale stay.

Deluxe Breakfast and Relaxation
Start your day with a delightful continental breakfast served in-room on fine china. Unwind on the outdoor terrace by the fire pits or explore nearby attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium and Whale Watch tours.

Experience seaside luxury at Monterey Bay Inn - book your stay now for a memorable getaway by the bay.

Important information:

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
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 not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for US$10 per person per night 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$20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    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 needed) and costs USD 28.20 per day.

Location

Property Accessibility

Public Area
  • Ramp: No
  • Entrance Leveled: No
  • Pet Friendly: No
Reception And Restaurant
  • Reception Hearing Accessible: No
  • Reception Wheelchair Accessible: No
  • Restaurant Wheelchair Accessible: No
Elevator
  • Elevator Audio Signals: No
  • Elevator Braille Numbers: No
  • Elevator Contrasting Buttons: No
  • Elevator Visual Signs: No
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Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1676 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 9.41
Location: 9.45
Room Quality: 8.4
Amenities: 8.93
Value for Money: 8.39
Food and Beverage: 7.94
Overall Experience: 9.21
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Jessica • family_with_children • us
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Julianna • couple • us
10
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Paola • family_with_children • it
6
Cons:

Il terzo letto non pronto e quando fatto molto scomodo.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Victor • family_with_children • ca
6
Pros:

Great location.

Cons:

Hot tub areas that they promote for best views were disgusting and reeked of urine. And the price was not worth the stay.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Nancy • couple • us
10
Pros:

We wanted a top floor room with the balcony.....we got a corner room with the balcony facing the harber/piers etc and the other large window facing the ocean.....we've stayed here before with the balcony & we always love it!!

Cons:

LOVE EVERYTHING!!

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Predrag • solo_traveller • rs
7
2026-07-02 • via Nuitee
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Patrick • couple • de
8
Schöne Lage und gute Parkmöglichkeiten
Pros:

Lage war top

Cons:

Anlage ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen

2026-06-30 • via Nuitee
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Angus Yongxin • family_with_children • hk
9
2026-06-27 • via Nuitee
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Kevin • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Excellent continental breakfast delivered to room in morning, and convenient non-valet parking.

2026-06-25 • via Nuitee
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Iftikhar • couple • us
9
Pros:

Great views, location, and staff

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Martyn • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Christiana • couple • us
4
We were pleased with our view and breakfast and front desk she was so friendly
Pros:

The view from our room the courtesy desk was so nice and breakfast was great

Cons:

We had a very bad experience with above our room there was a couple fighting and yelling for a long time I called to make the staff aware and didn’t get through

2026-06-22 • via Nuitee
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Baiyu • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
10
Our stay was Wonderful.
Pros:

The room was exactly as pictured on website. Excellent central location. The staff was very nice and knowledgeable. Great location. The daily in room breakfasts was a great amenity.

Cons:

We enjoyed our stay tremendously.

2026-06-19 • via Nuitee
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Veronica • couple • us
10
2026-06-18 • via Nuitee
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Ruedi • extended_group • ch
8
2026-06-17 • via Nuitee
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Kandace • couple • us
9
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
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Richard • family_with_children • de
8
2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
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Debra • couple • us
10
We enjoyed the location, the friendly atmosphere and wonderful continental breakfast served to our room.
Pros:

Great location and the room was so large and comfortable.

Cons:

No problems

2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
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Jiahui • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-06-12 • via Nuitee