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Same order as the list above. Room counts and the breakfast, parking, and shuttle marks come from each hotel's own listing data. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.
| Hotel | Rooms | Brand | From downtown Monterey | Free breakfast | Free parking | Shuttle | Guest rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monterey Marriott | 341 | Marriott | 0.2 mi | – | – | – | (1,002) |
| Hotel Abrego | 93 | – | 0.4 mi | – | – | – | (1,608) |
| Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel | 196 | Tribute Portfolio | 2.3 mi | – | – | – | (1,542) |
| Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa | 163 | Larkspur Landing | 0.3 mi | – | – | – | (2,692) |
| Hotel Pacific | 105 | – | 0.3 mi | – | – | (1,820) | |
| Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay | 379 | – | 0.2 mi | – | – | – | (3,649) |
| Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa | 290 | – | 1.0 mi | – | – | (1,675) | |
| InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG | 208 | InterContinental | 1.3 mi | – | – | (1,735) | |
| Red Lion Hotel Monterey | 80 | Red Lion Hotels | 1.1 mi | – | (1,033) |
Frequently asked questions
How far in advance should I book a room block in Monterey for a group?
For Monterey, plan to submit your request at least three to four months ahead if your dates fall during peak tourist season or overlap with a convention or tournament. The city draws steady visitor traffic, so starting early gives you more options. If your group is flexible on dates, you may have more availability closer in.
How do I request group rates from hotels in Monterey through Engine Groups?
Submit your request on Engine with your dates and the number of rooms you need. Engine Groups handles the room-block booking from there. You'll receive a quote for the block, and Engine offers consolidated invoicing and multiple payment options once the booking is confirmed.
What counts as a group hotel booking in Monterey?
A group booking is nine or more rooms for the same dates. For nine rooms or more, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. If you need eight rooms or fewer, you can book directly on Engine yourself.
How does a room block work, and why does the cutoff date matter?
A room block holds the rooms for your group until a cutoff date set by the hotel. After that date, travelers are assigned to rooms and any unreserved rooms are released back to the hotel. Missing the cutoff can mean losing rooms you thought you had, so confirm your headcount before then.
How does a group rate work for hotels in Monterey?
The hotel quotes a single rate for the entire block instead of using its public rate. That rate applies to all the rooms in your block for the dates you've requested. Engine connects you to hotels with pre-negotiated rates, so you're working from a pricing structure already in place.