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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

4.7 / 5
Excellent 1137 reviews
  • Engine customer Jul 2026

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  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    The hotel was great, clean rooms, good service staff. Highly recommend

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    We stayed one night. The room was modern and clean. Pool and gym if we needed it. Property was quiet and we got a good night's sleep. Food was good (not great). Bartender was helpful (steering us away from cocktail that was an "acquired taste".

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    When we checked in we were given a 2nd floor room after requesting 4th. Then at breakfast even though I noted having a strawberry allergy they brought us strawberry yogurt. I tried to talk with front desk about this and was brushed off so I left a check in note for management. They offered to move our room but at this point we were settled in after a long/stressful travel the day prior. Management apologized for the mix up and offered to grab us a non-strawberry option… HOWEVER the next day we did not receive this option… or any breakfast for that matter. No offer to compensate us. No “hey sorry we couldn’t manage a different yogurt but here’s the other breakfast items you ordered”… at $400-$500+ a night? Won’t be back and do not recommend. Paid for the view. Next time we will grab a hotel off the water and spend the cash on adventures.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    I loved the location and the balcony with the ocean views were amazing.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Excellent front desk service, a comfortable bed, and a very clean room with a great view

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Room was clean, excellent view with oceanfront, and location was excellent for most attractions and restaurants.

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Best room we’ve stayed in. Breakfast to the room was great and the view was excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful.Hotel was very close to the best parts of Monterey

  • Engine customer Jul 2026

    Close to everything. Very walkable. Great views of the bay. Room was very spacious. A/C did not work but had a fan available that I put up.to the window and brought in a nice ocean breeze.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great location, friendly staff and the continental breakfast was just right to start our day.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Clean rooms, breakfast nice and nice location for walking

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The beach view was wonderful even though partially blocked by some buildings on the beach. I loved sleeping with the door open to hear the sounds of the ocean! The hotel room was beautiful and the bathroom was fabulous and luxurious. The Continental Breakfast served to the room was a wonderful treat! Cookies in the lobby were a nice touch. The staff was polite and helpful. The only downside is that the hotel is showing its age, especially in the hallways. Parking could be problematic as the spaces are very small but the hotel is an easy walk to main Cannery Row section.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great view from balcony. Room was nice and clean, nothing fancy. The view is worth coming back for.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The room was nice. The staff was helpful and friendly. The hotel was in a nice location and very close to both the fisherman's wharf and Cannary row. Only thing I would change is the balcony rail is to high, it obstructs the view when sitting.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Excellent continental breakfast delivered to room in morning, and convenient non-valet parking.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The view from our room the courtesy desk was so nice and breakfast was great We had a very bad experience with above our room there was a couple fighting and yelling for a long time I called to make the staff aware and didn’t get through

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Would definitely recommend this hotel for location, staff, and price point. We will be back!

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    Great views, location, and staff

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    This is one of our first choices to stay in Monterey Bay. Always a great time and we look forward to returning again and again. Location is perfect for wildlife viewing (nesting cormorants, pigeon guillemots, pelicans, otters, sea lions, gulls, etc) and close access to water sports such as scuba diving, fishing, kayaking, and paddle boarding. The complimentary, delivered to room, breakfast was nice for those of us who just want to take in all the beauty outside our bay view balcony. (Even as I write this I want to be there.) Staff was welcoming, attentive, and professional. Highly recommend.

  • Engine customer Jun 2026

    The view was amazing but the room itself was just ok. When we first arrived to our room, the towels were dirty with yellow stains. For the price we paid, you'd expect the towels to at least not have stains. As for the free breakfast, it's not really ideal if you're going to be out all day without anywhere to eat around you. Don't expect eggs and bacon or anything like that. They provide a yogurt, hard boiled egg, and a cold croissant with an orange juice. Again, the view is amazing, but everything else could've been better for the price.

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 78, 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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