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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay – Monterey, CA
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay – Monterey, CA
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 12:00 PM

About Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Located near Fisherman’s Wharf, it has easy access to shopping, dining, and whale watching. The Portola Hotel & Spa is 1 mi from the historic Cannery Row. Guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. The private bathroom includes eco-friendly amenities and a make-up mirror. Select rooms offer views of the harbor.

Amenities

  • On-site parking
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting space
  • Fitness center
  • On-site dining
  • Valet parking
  • Bar / lounge
  • Café / coffee shop
  • Breakfast available
  • Business center
  • Express check-in / check-out
  • Concierge
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Full kitchen / kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool
  • Spa / sauna
  • Pet friendly
  • Family friendly
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transit access

Reviews

4.6 / 5
Excellent 3649 reviews
  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The property was great. We only interacted with valet and they were awesome

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Upon arrival, Bell was very helpful. Walking in, the lobby had an off putting sewer smell that either went away or got accustomed to. Check in staff was not too friendly but did her job I guess. Stay: room and areas were keep well and felt very comfortable. There was a scheduled power outage that was not relayed until day of. Was not provided correct information that led to a less than comfortable night, however the property did make up for it. Parking was convenient. Overall, we had a very good stay at Portola. Staff could be a bit more friendly .

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Need indoor instead of outdoor pool. Otherwise it’s great!

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    The view from our room was a roof. The flat roof with rocks so that was not enjoyable. The room was clean and staff friendly though

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Horrible soundproofing, we could hear every person coming and going and every time the doors opened all night long. And it opened many many times. We were woken up at 6am on a Saturday morning by loud noises near the door and staff dragging heavy carts. 6 am!!!! On a Saturday. Staff didn’t seem to care and said “there’s nothing they can do about people leaving the room or suitcases” well, how about do a better job soundproofing. This is not a 4 star property. We could also hear our neighbors and their baby all night long and any abs every conversation in the hallway. Very, very disappointing. Beds were also uncomfortable and room is dated. Not the amenities and service I would except for a hotel charging these prices. While checking out I mentioned it again to front desk staff, and was met with a very dismissive and unapologetic “yeah there’s lots of construction now “ I clarified it wasn’t construction noise, it’s the terrible location of the room and lack of soundproofing. We will never return and I wish we stayed in Carmel, where the price is justified by the price and amenities.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Great facility

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Kid-friendly with a welcoming atmosphere

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Clean and close to everything

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    A beautiful hotel! We had a great time

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Good

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Perfect location in Monterey. Helpful staff . Very nice, comfortable rooms

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Very clean establishment right at the center of town and a short walking distance from the wharf. Highly recommend especially if you plan to use their spa services

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Clean beautifully appointed room, lovely restaurant and Carmel Coffee/Bake Shop. Nice plaza outside to sit for sites and sounds, Alvarado Street right there, for more walkable restaurants and the Wharf on the opposite side of Portola. Great location for easy access to all of Monterey.

  • Engine customer Sep 2026

    Wonderful stay. Was only there one night and wish it would have been longer! Great location.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Good hotel reception area. Room are dated.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    One thing that was not said upon checking in is that you need your room key to exit the parking. That’s something that should be said when checking in and agreeing to pay the $25 self parking. Lovely hotel but not worth the price unless you’re planning on walking only to the wharf.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Stay was just fine

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    The hotel is super clean and the rooms are very spacious and clean. The location is great!

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Great stay!!! Amazing room and service with outstanding location and restaurant/ staff.

  • Engine customer Aug 2026

    Drew @ Desk,Jonathan @ Valet,Kenny & Joray @ Bar were all Great. Nice,Friendly,Courteous,Helpful

Frequently asked questions about Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have free Wi-Fi?
Yes, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers free Wi-Fi for all guests.
Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offer parking?
Yes, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers both self-parking and valet parking. Fees may apply.
Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have meeting spaces, conference centers, or conference rooms?
Yes. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay features meeting spaces and dedicated conference rooms, suitable for corporate meetings and group gatherings. Banquet and reception facilities are also available.
Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have a fitness center?
Yes, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay features an on-site fitness center for guests. Additional wellness amenities include spa, pool.
Where is Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay located, and how walkable is the area?
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is located at Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940. With a Walk Score of 87, 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 Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
  • Monterey Conference Center 0.0 mi
  • Alta California 0.3 mi
  • Naval Postgraduate School 1.2 mi
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium 1.2 mi
  • Monterey International Pop Festival 1.8 mi
  • Monterey Regional Airport 3.0 mi
  • Pebble Beach Golf Links 3.5 mi

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