Monterey Marriott

Hotels
Marriott Hotels & Resorts
8.5 (589 reviews)
350 Calle Principal , Monterey , us

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great location
Friendly service
Good breakfast buffet
Cons:
Unpleasant odor on floor
Weak shower water pressure
Additional charges for parking

Categories

Cleanliness
8.08
Some reviewers mentioned issues such as unpleasant odors on the 2nd floor and weak shower water pressure.
Service
9.05
Staff were described as friendly and responsive, making guests feel well taken care of.
Location
9.09
Great location near attractions like Old Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Aquarium.
Room Quality
8.54
Rooms were generally comfortable and well-sized, although some issues were noted with shower water pressure.
Amenities
8.57
Amenities include free guest laundry and hydration stations, adding to guest convenience.
Value for Money
7.53
Some felt that additional charges like resort fees and parking diminished perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8.58
The breakfast buffet received high praise, although some described food as high-priced.
Overall Experience
8.55
The overall sentiment is positive, with guests expressing a desire to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 13:29

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Monterey Marriott offers air-conditioned rooms with luxury bedding and in-room media for your comfort and entertainment.

Dining Experience
Indulge in California coastal cuisine at the on-site Fin + Field Restaurant and Bar, open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Convenient Location
Situated just off Highway 1, Monterey Marriott is a short drive from popular attractions like Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17 Mile Drive.

Experience luxury, convenience, and exceptional dining at Monterey Marriott. Book your stay now for an unforgettable experience.

Important information:

Please note: Rate packages that include breakfast will serve 2 adults and 2 children aged 12 and under registered in the same room.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.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Property Policies

  • 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 11 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Internet

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

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not possible) and costs USD 39 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 589 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.08
Service: 9.05
Location: 9.09
Room Quality: 8.54
Amenities: 8.57
Value for Money: 7.53
Food and Beverage: 8.58
Overall Experience: 8.55
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Zemfira couple us
10
2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Patrick solo_traveller us
7
Shower door handles , toilet paper dispenser in disrepair. Expensive. Other properties closer to the wharf
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Expensive
Not on the water or beach

2026-07-02 via Nuitee
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Jane extended_group us
10
2026-07-01 via Nuitee
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Demet extended_group tr
8
2026-06-28 via Nuitee
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SANTHOSH family_with_children us
4
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Adriana family_with_children co
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Maya family_with_children il
10
2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Haris extended_group us
9
2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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Tyler couple us
10
Had a great experience definitely will be going back
Pros:

Very clean and close to everything

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Companion08268712930 Family Orlando, Florida
10
Understated luxury, exemplary service, overly accommodating - fresh air!
Pros:

We had such an amazing experience at the Monterey Marriott! This ended up being a last-minute booking after realizing Monterey was much farther from our original hotel than expected, and it could not have worked out better.

The staff went above and beyond from the start—they graciously allowed both an early check-in and a late check-out for our one-night stay, which made a huge difference so our daughter could nap comfortably. That level of flexibility meant everything to us.

The service was outstanding across the board. The bellhop was incredibly kind and helpful, quickly bringing up a microwave along with extra pillows and blankets to make our room extra comfortable.

Fin + Field was just as impressive. They were so accommodating with dietary needs—easily handling a gluten allergy, bringing milk for our daughter, and even preparing a specific lunch request without hesitation. It truly felt like they cared about getting everything just right.

Overall, this stay exceeded our expectations in every way. The hospitality, attention to detail, and genuine care made it such a memorable experience—we would absolutely stay here again and highly recommend it!

2026-06-17 via Tripadvisor
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Jenn family_with_children us
9
Comfortable stay with good location
Pros:

Entire place was beautiful and clean.

Cons:

It was a long wait at breakfast buffet. It was crowded so I don’t blame the hotel.

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Merlin family_with_children us
10
2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Graham couple us
1
Pros:

Good location

Cons:

Not worth the high cost at all. The rooms have a terrible design whereby the bathroom is not connected to the sink.

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Arvan2013 Family New Haven, Missouri
10
Fabulous place to stay
Pros:

This place was fantastic! Clean, comfortable, helpful staff. Breakfast buffet had excellent choices and filled up both my teenage sons.

Easy to walk around downtown Monterey and the trail along the bay where we saw harbor seals, sea lions, lots of birds and sea otters.

2026-06-13 via Tripadvisor
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Eyal solo_traveller us
9
2026-06-11 via Nuitee
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Jackssier couple us
8
Definitely a place where we would stay again !
Pros:

Location was amazing, great amenities near, walking distance to the pier and mayor restaurants. Breakfast was great !

2026-05-31 via Nuitee
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Hieu extended_group us
10
2026-05-27 via Nuitee
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jbE5606YA Family
6
Breakfast buffet
Pros:

Overall customer service worth mentioning, Jean (breakfast assistant) and Lena (omelet station) - exceptional! Breakfast buffet one of the best for Marriott brands. Front desk staff helpful as well. Nice touch to have fresh popped popcorn and lemonade refreshments in the lobby in the evenings.

Housekeeping on the 5th floor in particular need attention - towels left in the hallways and not picked up in days. Hallways needed to be vacuumed. The rooms were updated despite the exterior of the hotel looking very distressed.

Management please train your staff that when DND is on the door that means do not come in the room. To our dismay, staff came in our room despite the sign.

2026-05-25 via Tripadvisor
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KittyChick Couples
10
Exceptionally well located for walking/sightseeing
Pros:

Very pleased with our stay. Utilized titanium upgrade to an Executive Suite. Entered into the living room area- large screen tv, sofa, chairs, coffee table overlooking double balcony overlooking the bay. Wet bar, coffee station, refrigerator etc.

On opposite wall was another big screen TV, king bed, second exit to double balcony and floor to ceiling windows, doors with bay view.

Bathroom and closet areas were typical, maybe a bit larger than usual. Loved the hole in the glass shower wall to turn water on/off without getting soaked by cold water. Brilliant feature!

Buffet breakfast was very well done. Hot and cold offerings, omelette & made-your-way egg station was especially good. We ate all other meals elsewhere.

Special note about parking: valet parking at Marriott was $42/night. Thank you to others who recommended the Calle parking garage, which is 1 block away from the Marriott. We parked there for $8/day using the parking app. Only once we couldn’t get a spot in the garage, so we found a spot on the street 1.5 blocks away from the hotel and parked for free (1 hour free parking, and we arrived at 5 pm, parking fees ended at 6 pm, so we were good for the night.

Between the free breakfast buffet and parking garage, we saved hundreds of dollars on this stay, which was paid for via Bonvoy points and a Marriott gift card. Special thanks to Craig B at the front desk for helping me apply the gift card to the resort fee/taxes. Could not have asked for much more!

2026-05-24 via Tripadvisor
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Adin couple us
8
2026-05-24 via Nuitee