Merritt House Hotel

Hotels
8.4 (750 reviews)
386 Pacific Street , Monterey , us

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Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Family rooms
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Facilities for disabled guests
Shared lounge/TV area
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor furniture
Staff adhere to local safety protocols
Guest rooms disinfected between stays
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly and helpful staff
Excellent downtown location
Charming atmosphere
Cons:
Dated property and room quality
Limited breakfast options
Parking fees

Categories

Cleanliness
7.98
Some complaints about room quality and dated property.
Service
9.45
Friendly and helpful staff noted in multiple reviews.
Location
9.49
Excellent downtown location with easy access to attractions.
Room Quality
7.44
Some rooms have issues like thin walls and dated decor.
Amenities
7.97
Basic amenities provided, but limited breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.43
Mixed feelings due to parking fees and overall property condition.
Food and Beverage
7.48
Breakfast quality was criticized as minimal and not good.
Overall Experience
8.95
Overall good experience despite some shortcomings.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 01:07

Property Description

Individually Decorated Rooms with Free WiFi:
Experience unique charm in each room at Merritt House Hotel, complete with complimentary WiFi and cable TV for your entertainment needs.

Cozy Amenities for a Relaxing Stay:
Unwind by your private fireplace and pamper yourself with plush bathrobes provided in every room. A refrigerator adds convenience to your stay.

Charming Boutique Hotel with Garden and Breakfast:
Take pleasure in the tranquil garden surroundings or socialize in the inviting common room. Start your day right with a delicious continental breakfast served fresh each morning.

Escape to Merritt House Hotel for a delightful getaway filled with comfort and convenience.

Important information:

The name on the reservation must match the name on the credit card provided.

Reservations without valid credit cards will not be held past 21:00.

Please contact the hotel if arriving past 21:00 for check in instructions.

Front desk hours: Sundat, Thursday from 15:00–20:00 and Friday, Saturday from 15:00–22:00Guests 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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: MRY

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 20 per day.

  • 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 available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 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.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 750 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.98
Service: 9.45
Location: 9.49
Room Quality: 7.44
Amenities: 7.97
Value for Money: 8.43
Food and Beverage: 7.48
Overall Experience: 8.95
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Eileen • couple • us
10
2026-02-14 • via Nuitee
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Diana • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The staff was friendly and helpful. The location is very good, especially if you are attending an event at the Monterey Convention Center.

Cons:

It took at least 20 minutes for the water in the shower to get hot enough to use. That seems like a lot of wasted water. It would have been nice if breakfast started earlier, maybe 7:30 am instead of 8 am.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
9
Pros:

The location for what I needed was outstanding. It's an older property with charm. My room was clean.

Cons:

Nothing comes to mind

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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MIlena • couple • us
10
Wonderful!
Pros:

Room furniture, decor and spaciousness. Excellent location and good breakfast.
Parking was fine, too.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Vina • couple • us
9
We really enjoyed our stay and we’ll definitely be back.
Pros:

Loved the French doors that opened to the garden, large spacious room, complimentary firewood, easy checking and checkout, loved the old style hotel keys, decor was lovely, nice big desk and side table.

Cons:

Bed was a bit too firm, walls are thin (could hear my neighbor and I feel parking should be included not an extra fee.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Arlene • couple • us
9
The Merritt House Hotel is a charming boutique hotel in downtown Monterey.
Pros:

The Merritt House Hotel is a charming place to stay. Local shops, restaurants, coffee shops, etc are walkable. On sight parking is available ($20 per day) but some of the spots are tight. The morning free breakfast was charming and a perfect way to start the day. We appreciated the ability to have our breakfast "to go." We'll be back!

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Abigail • couple • us
8
Pros:

Breakfast was simple and convenient. The room was cute and loved having a fire place.

Cons:

The pillows are very flat. The bed squeaks very loud. Water pressure is very low.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Kristin • family_with_children • us
10
Fantastic location with parking, economical & comfortable
Pros:

Ultra-convenient location in the center of downtown. Excellent for exploring Monterey on foot, and a jumping off point for short drives to Pacific Grove, Carmel, Point Lobos, and Big Sur. Staff was above & beyond friendly and helpful, especially when we accidentally left something behind at check out. Room had cute decor, was spacious & comfortable, with French doors opening on to a lovely garden where breakfast was served. Parking on-site was convenient, with great bakeries, restaurants, and even an electric charging station for our car within a few blocks walking distance.

Cons:

Little thing, but warm-colored LED lightbulbs in the bedside lamps would create a much cozier atmosphere. The almost-neon bright white lights were a bit jarring to read by at bedtime.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Laura • family_with_children • us
10
I would recommend this place to family and friends. If I’m in the Area again I would come back.
Pros:

This was the cutest place we stayed on are trip. Everyone was friendly and helpful.

Cons:

The courtyard doors only locked from inside.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Wiltrud- • couple • de
8
(sehr gut)
Pros:

indiviuelle Ausstattung

Cons:

ein Balkontisch, Frühstück etwas weniger zuckerlastig

2026-01-15 • via Nuitee
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Elena • couple • it
9
Pros:

camera ben curata ed accogliente, posizione molto comoda per il porto e il centro della città

2026-01-07 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • us
3
Disappointed in Monterey
Pros:

Location in Old Town was good. 5-minute walk to the Customer House and waterfront. Friendly helpful staff.

Cons:

The photos make this looks like a Monterey plus plantation property. Reality is disappointing: a Motel 6 type room overlooking the parking lot. Wall are paper thin so you’re enjoying your neighbor’s conversations. Most rooms open onto a common balcony corridor, so everyone is walking by your room to get to and from the stairs. Continental breakfast was the bare minimum, and terrible weak coffee and only 4 tables for seating. The whole property is dated and could use a coat of paint.

2026-01-01 • via Nuitee
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DebbieJo • couple • us
9
2025-12-06 • via Nuitee
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Aleksandr • extended_group • us
8
2025-12-02 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
2025-11-11 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • couple • fr
7
Hôtel ok mais un peu vétuste pour le prix
Pros:

Le charme de l’ancien et d’avoir le petit déjeuner. De pouvoir voir notre voiture depuis notre chambre.

Cons:

Pas d’espace privé puisque les gens passent devant votre porte vitrée pour rejoindre leur chambre. Fenetre de toit qui n’a pas de volet , donc impossible d’être dans le noir pour dormir. La salle de petit déjeuner est un peu petite quand il y a beaucoup de monde

2025-11-09 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • us
8
Nice room in a nice location. Think the parking should be free allowing one car per room.
Pros:

Location

Cons:

The water shower control temperature adjustment is a bit confusing.

2025-11-03 • via Nuitee
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Byron • family_with_children • us
10
2025-11-02 • via Nuitee
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Hyung • couple • us
9
2025-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • extended_group • us
8
Excellent Monterey Location
Pros:

Staff was excellent. Location is excellent with easy access to both wharfs, as well as downtown restaurants and bars. The rooms are a good size. On site parking for $20

Cons:

Some aspects could use updating including bathrooms. The breakfast was very minimal and not good quality.

2025-10-24 • via Nuitee