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Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Inn – Monterey, CA
Monterey Bay Inn – Monterey, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Monterey Bay Inn

Located on the coast of Monterey Bay, Monterey Bay Inn features a rooftop whirlpool and direct access to San Carlos Beach. Free WiFi is available throughout the property. Each room features a balcony with views of Cannery Row or the Monterey Bay, a mini-bar, a coffee machine, a TV with satellite channels, a DVD player, an in-room safe, and ironing facilities. The bathroom includes bathrobes, free toiletries, and a hairdryer. A continental breakfast, including fresh breads and fruit, is served to rooms daily on fine china and linens. Freshly made coffee and tea are also included. Free newspapers are also provided at the 24-hour front desk. Guests can also relax by the outdoor terrace and fire pits. The Monterey Bay Whale Watch is 1 mi from the Monterey Bay Inn and the Monterey Bay Aquarium is 2 minutes' drive away. Mineta San José International Airport is 75 mi away.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • On-site dining
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Business center
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Spa / sauna
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access
  • Smoke-free property
  • Elevator
  • In-room safe
  • EV charging

Reviews

4.5 / 5
Excellent 1941 reviews
  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Perfect location for exploring Monterey. Nice staff, clean property and having a balcony to sit and view the harbor is special.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Overall is good.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Friendly Staff. The included, and delivered daily, breakfast was a huge Bonus. Even my Son loved it! Quiet and z clean. My new Go To.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The free parking facilities were the best. The bay view could not be beat at any competitor facility.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Beautiful property

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Nice waterfront hotel and made for convenient base camp to Monterey, Carmel/Pebble etc. Staff is very good. Property is a little tired inside and out but would stay again.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The free breakfast each day brought to your room was excellent! The A/C system (thermostat) was way more complicated than it should have been. The room and bathroom were excellent.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Bed was very comfortable. Lots of towels were provided. It was close enough to walk everywhere to restaurants, fisherman's wharf, and the Aquarium.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    This hotel was a great find in Monterey! Super comfortable beds and pillows, a great miniature continental breakfast with fresh baked pastries, and stellar views of sea otters right off our balcony. It’s very centrally located, so you can park your car and walk everywhere. The staff was really friendly and helpful as well.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    continental breakfast was very good

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great stay! Staff were very friendly and helpful!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Beach view

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Loved the pillows and continental breakfast. The property was older with definite wear and tear and lots of bird poop!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Loved the location, and the rooms were beautiful!

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Would of liked to have been able to check in a little earlier

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We really wanted to like this hotel. After all, it had a good location in Monterey and it had a nice view of the water. The pictures on the website looked good. And we thought that with a hefty price we would be staying at a high-quality hotel. However, we were extremely disappointed with the property. Upon arrival we had to self-park (no valet) in a very tight parking area under the building. The one elevator for the hotel was extremely slow and outdated. There was no special lobby or lounge area and the hotel had no dining facility on site. There were multiple stains on the carpet walkways and the public windows in the hallway looked out over unsightly views (Perhaps they could consider some window treatment?) Our room was a good size with a clean updated bathroom. So kudos for that. However, some of the furniture was old and chipped, neither of our bedside reading lights worked, and there was a general musty smell in the room. There was no air conditioning. They had a stand-up fan instead. Overall, this property needs to be updated and maintained. I might understand if we were only paying a few hundred dollars for an overnight. But we paid over $500 for our one night stay and know that for that same rate we could have stayed at a much more luxurious and desirable place.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Loved the inroom breakfast, large bathroom, and location.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Fantastic view from the balcony and bed. . Quality furnishings and bedding. An upscale experience worthy of Cannery Row. Breakfast was continental nd adequate.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

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  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Fantastic location. Just heads up there is no central AC and they provide you with fan. Monterey temperatures are always between 60-70F. We traveled with kids and the stay was very comfortable with fan only.

Frequently asked questions about Monterey Bay Inn

Does Monterey Bay Inn have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Monterey Bay Inn offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Monterey Bay Inn offer parking?
Yes, paid self-parking is available on-site at Monterey Bay Inn.
Does Monterey Bay Inn have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Monterey Bay Inn features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Monterey Bay Inn have a fitness center?
Monterey Bay Inn does not list an on-site fitness center. Some properties partner with nearby gyms — check directly with the hotel.
Where is Monterey Bay Inn located, and how walkable is the area?
Monterey Bay Inn is located at 242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940. With a Walk Score of 82, the area is rated Very Walkable. Most errands can be completed on foot, with public transit and rideshare easily accessible.

What's nearby

Map of points of interest near Monterey Bay Inn
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium 0.6 mi
  • Monterey Conference Center 0.7 mi
  • Alta California 0.8 mi
  • Naval Postgraduate School 1.6 mi
  • Monterey International Pop Festival 2.2 mi
  • Monterey Regional Airport 3.4 mi
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links 3.9 mi

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