Monterey Bay Inn

Hotels
8.8 (1708 reviews)
242 Cannery Row , Monterey , US

Paid
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Outdated furniture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

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 1708 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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Andersen • family_with_children • sg
9
All staff very friendly, Rooms cleaned and good housekeeping
Pros:

Very nice and friendly Check-in

2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Bruce • extended_group • us
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • couple • us
8
Great time just fix
Pros:

Great location. Breakfast is great staff is great.

Cons:

Elevator. So so sketchy. All the money for the hotel room. It can at least feel like we aren’t going to die. Door slams in the beginning every time. Then squeals the whole way. And jumps at floor 4.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Shari • couple • us
10
Pros:

Room with ocean view

Cons:

The breakfast could of had better pastries from local area

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Cynthia • couple • us
10
Great location for shopping/restaurants and spectacular views
Pros:

I loved everything about this property. The location is amazing. Close to all the shops and restaurants. The staff were super friendly and Michele at the front desk was very helpful in letting us know all the things Monterey had to offer. The harbor view was absolutely gorgeous. Watching the sea lions on the beach was an incredible experience. Having a complimentary breakfast served in the room was something I’ve never experienced before and was such a nice touch.
I would highly recommend Monterey Bay Inn and look forward to staying here again.

Cons:

Nothing I can think of

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Gozde • family_with_children • us
7
2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Beata • extended_group • pl
8
Miło przyjemnie czysto
Pros:

Miejsce czystość personel

Cons:

Opłata dotyczyła z opcją ze śniadaniem ,ale porcja jaką do nas trafiła była głodowa

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • solo_traveller • us
10
We will be back!
Pros:

Breakfast delivered to the room every morning was a treat. Our harbor view room was perfect & clean. We left our balcony screen door open the entire time. Great location. We parked our car when we got there and we walked everywhere. .

Cons:

We didn't like leaving.

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Jeanette • family_with_children • us
9
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Noa • solo_traveller • us
10
Pros:

The view from the balcony was breathtaking

2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Marat • solo_traveller • tr
8
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Dawid • family_with_children • ch
6
Good location, but poor value for money
Pros:

Good location and helpful staff. Unfortunately, these were the main positives of our stay.

Cons:

The hotel feels old and quite dated. There is parking under the building, but the spaces are tight. Although it is covered, the parking area is open and unsecured, so anyone from the street can access it.

The room was small, the furniture was worn, and overall the interior did not feel very inviting.

For the price, I definitely do not think it offers good value. I assume the location is the main reason why such average, or even rather poor, hotels can charge these prices in Monterey. It is a small town, yet hotel prices can be similar to, or even higher than, those in Los Angeles or San Francisco.

The breakfast was honestly a joke.

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Teresa • solo_traveller • us
9
Pros:

Very nice room great location great view

Cons:

Continental breakfast wasn't great, had shells on my hard boil egg fruit wasn't very fresh

2026-08-30 • via Nuitee
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Cathy • couple • us
10
2026-08-29 • via Nuitee
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Simone • family_with_children • de
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Cameron • couple • us
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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xrevolver • couple • us
10
This is our second stay in this hotel, and will do it again.
Pros:

Location, ocean view, comfort, quiet, romantic

Cons:

the hotel is a little bit outdated but well maintained.

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Elizabeth • couple • us
6
Not worth your $$$
Pros:

What I like about the property is that it’s on the beach.

Cons:

What I DID NOT like about the property was that it is $500 a night with no microwave I say that because it’s a tourist town & we eat out with leftovers no way to heat them up, the “breakfast” was well Novato be desired, and it felt more like a motel.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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Zulmi • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-08-21 • via Nuitee