Monterey accommodations range from luxurious four-star hotels to very affordable hostels. You will also find some great bed and breakfast options as well as short-term apartment and house rentals.
Read on for my reviews of 14 great options for all budgets.
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1. Spindrift Inn
Address: 652 Cannery Row
Neighborhood: Cannery Row District
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $230 - $425
The Spindrift Inn is my top pick of Monterey accommodations. This cute 45-room hotel offers complimentary breakfast and Wifi in a comfortable place to stay, right in the heart of the action.
2. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Address: 400 Cannery Row
Neighborhood: Cannery Row District
Rating: 4 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $275 - $500
The Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is another guest favorite. This gorgeous hotel is so close to the water that the waves wash in under the backside of the hotel. It's a fun thing to watch from the waterfront rooms.
3. Inter Continental The Clement Monterey
Address: 750 Cannery Row
Neighborhood: Cannery Row District
Rating: 4 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $220 - $600
The Inter Continental Hotel is another one of the luxurious Monterey accommodations with several rooms right on the waterfront. In addition, many rooms feature a fireplace and/or a balcony over the water. Make sure you stop by their waterfront patio with two fire pits where you can grab a drink with friends or just hang out and enjoy the views.
4. Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay
Address: 2 Portola Plaza
Neighborhood: Downtown Monterey
Rating: 4 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $175 - $380
The Portola Hotel and Spa is between downtown Monterey and Old Fisherman's Wharf. This makes it the ideal location for both business travelers and vacationers. They have several rooms with a sea view, which is well worth the extra cost! They also have a restaurant and fitness center on site, as well as a pool and hot tub to lounge around.
5. Monterey Marriott
Address: 350 Calle Principal
Neighborhood: Downtown Monterey
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $210 - $400
The Monterey Marriott in downtown Monterey is another high-end guest favorite. This hotel sits just a few blocks from the famed Old Fisherman's Wharf area. It's also only a mile from Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
As you can see from the list above, Monterey accommodations can be very pricey. You can save some money by visiting during the low season, which consists of non-holiday weeks from November to March.
You can also find a hotel that has fewer amenities or is a little farther from the town center to bring down the price. Here are the top five budget friendly hotels that allow you to visit Monterey without breaking your budget.
1. Best Western De Anza Inn
Address: 2141 North Fremont Street
Rating: 2.5 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $98 - $285
The Best Western De Anza Inn is a 2.5-star hotel and a great option for the budget traveler. It's clean and affordable, and the customer service is top notch.
2. Super 8 Monterey/Carmel
Address: 1300 Munras Avenue
Rating: 2 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $70 - $240
The Monterey accommodations at the Super 8 are simple, but comfortable. It's hard to beat this hotel for the price. It's perfect for the budget traveler who doesn't mind driving or taking public transit to get to the heart of the action.
3. Stage Coach Lodge
Address: 1111 10th Street
Rating: 2.5 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $85 - $285
This small, clean hotel has 25 large rooms. It's in a quiet area, allowing you to get plenty of sleep. It's about a mile outside of downtown, so driving is your best bet to get here or to the other Monterey attractions.
4. Hampton Inn Monterey
Address: 2401 Del Monte Avenue
Rating: 2 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $175 - $275
Formerly La Quinta Inn, this Hampton hotel has been completely refurbished in the last couple of years and is another one of the top budget friendly Monterey accommodations. You'll find it near Hwy 1, close to the waterfront, and about 2.5 miles from the downtown area and Old Fisherman's Wharf.
5. Super 8 Monterey
Address: 2120 N. Fremont Street
Rating: 2 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $60 - $230
This budget friendly Super 8 motel offers you the standard 2-star experience. It's clean, the rooms are a good size for the price, and the staff is friendly. It's near Hwy 1 and close to several other budget hotels and motels.
Enhance your experience in the cute town of Monterey by staying at a bed and breakfast. Many are in local neighborhoods, yet still close enough to the tourist action. Here are just a few of my favorites.
Old Monterey Inn
Address: 500 Martin Street
Rating: 4 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $220 - $420
This popular bed and breakfast in Monterey offers you a home away from home. Located just a few blocks from downtown, you will be close enough to the action, yet in a quiet serene environment. Every morning, you'll enjoy a full, gourmet, home-cooked breakfast and in the evenings, you'll love the sunset wine and hors d'oeuvers. All rooms include a private bath as well as other luxurious amenities.
The Jabberwock Inn
Address: 598 Laine Street
Rating: 3.5 Stars
Estimates Room Rates: $240 - $420
The Jabberwock Inn offers both a comfortable place to stay and an amazing location. It is just a few blocks from the famed Cannery Row, where you can shop, eat, and sip wines all day. It's also only about a half mile from the waterfront, so you can easily enjoy all the activities Monterey Bay has to offer.
Merritt House Inn
Address: 386 Pacific Avenue
Rating: 2 Stars
Estimated Room Rates: $165 - $210
This very cozy inn offers 22 rooms. It's a great alternative to staying in a hotel, as you will get a more personal experience. The reason I like this place is that it is a great value for the money. It doesn't offer many amenities, but is clean, comfy, and centrally located.
If you are looking for the ultimate cheap place to stay, then check out this hostel in Monterey.
HI Monterey Hostel
Address: 778 Hawthorne Street
Estimated Room Rates: $48 - $250
This hostel offers private rooms, dorm beds, and group dorms. It's just three blocks to the beach, the Monterey Aquarium, and Cannery Row—an excellent location for the cheapest accommodation in town.
Another alternative to the standard Monterey accommodations is to rent a house or an apartment from a local. While in the past it was a difficult process to find and contact landlords, TripAdvisor now makes this easy.
They currently list more than a dozen places in Monterey (and almost 400 including the surrounding areas) that you can rent. On TripAdvisor, you can see reviews from past guests and get a sense for the experience.
You can find current openings on the calendars on TripAdvisor. During the booking process and after, you will then work directly with the landlord on all details.
If you are traveling with a large group or looking for an experience that is more like being at home, then this is a great alternative.
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