We loved our stay here including our upgraded room to a two bedroom suite. For our family of 5 the…read moreextra space was much appreciated and everyone was able to fully relax after a long day. The breakfast was the star with so many options in the buffet and then an additional "made to order" breakfast window that doled out fresh pancakes, bacon, and omelettes, only added to the experience. You will truly find something for everyone. Our kids also enjoyed the indoor pool and the gift shop downstairs added to our convenience when we needed extra waters and late night snacks. Our room: incredibly spacious. I originally booked a suite with two double beds and was disappointed to discover the room we were in only had a single king bed. But the front desk came through and opened the adjoining room to reveal an additional two double beds. The living area was spacious with a small wet bar with fridge and dining table. And with the addition of the second sleeping quarters, we had access to another bathroom, which we didn't even know we needed until we had it. Big thank you to Pamela because this alone made our stay a 10/10 experience. The breakfast: the buffet had the best hot crispy potatoes of any hotel we have stayed, scrambled eggs, sausage, fruit, yogurt, bagels, muffins and breads, cereal, made to order hot foods, and coffee, juices, and even a soda fountain provided everything anyone could need. 20/10 breakfast just very busy. The pool: we wished it was warmer and it did not open at 8am the next day like posted. We waited for quite a while, closer to 9am but our kids had a blast once there. They supply towels on a rack. We did not partake in the happy hour nor the restaurant but I liked knowing they were available. The gift shop: convenient. The lady who helped us during the night was so helpful. She gave us a spoon set for our ice cream and packed everything for us in a bag. The next morning I returned to buy a mug and the lady did not offer to put it in anything so I carried it out and chose not to tip her because..."what service?" And then I stopped to ask her for a spoon to which she simply answered "no". I had gotten one the night before so I know they have them and I didn't appreciate that she was as about unhelpful as a flower pot. The gift shop also sells speciality--what I believe is starbucks--coffee and you're telling me you can't part with a spoon? It was a little before 9am on Friday June 12th, 2026 and I stand by my decision to not tip her. 1/5 just for her but our previous night experience was a 5/5 so I'm torn. The hotel did charge a $15 resort fee that they gave back to you as credit to use at the gift shop or on food and a $20/night parking fee but we always pay for parking when staying in Monterey so I think it's standard. Overall, great experience. My suggestions: the railings make me nervous. With a kid on the spectrum I worried about her and had to hold her when going to our room. Luckily we were only on the third floor, which also came in handy when the elevators were packed and we had to use the stairs. Additionally, someone needs to brief the gift shop staff on basic customer service and yes I am specifically pointing out the one lady from that morning whose name I don't even remember. But she was the only one there and I'm sure easy to single out. I thought about deducting a star due to our experience with her but I'm not going to let one person overshadow an otherwise great stay. Everyone else from the front desk to the breakfast staff to even the guy testing the pool PH was so friendly and pleasant. Add in the proximity to literally everything including the beach and we will most definitely be staying here again. We like to visit the area at least once a year and have yet to find a hotel we would return to.

When driving from the North into Seaside, I could see this Embassy Suites from "a mile away". This…read morebemouth was a full 12 stories, of which our 2 darling grand girls loved going up and down on the elevators. The 2 highlights for them were the pool and their bacon-infused free hot breakfast. As for the Grandparents, Gayle sat for hours by the pool watching them, having a really good breakfast ourselves, nd enjoying our favorite adult beverages and snacks at the evening reception. The room was Embassy Suites standard, which means main bed room, the separate living room (with sofa bed for the girls), and a single bathroom and counter (with fridge and microwave) in between. There was plenty of room for all of us, and affording just the right degree of semi-privacy. We all slept well too. The only minor complaint was the multiple efforts to get extra coffee and glasses as our stay continued. There's also the observation that the base hotel room, includes a number of local and state tax add-ons, a $20 daily parking charge and a $15 destination fee. But for our party of 4, this was our best and most economical choice that I could figure out at the time.

Hubby and I stayed here for a quick getaway. I loved the location and our view from the room was…read moreof the lake close by. The room itself was perfect and had a fridge along with the bed, desk and sitting area. They even have ev chargers in the parking garage and daily breakfast buffet that changes along with coffee and juice bar to serve yourself. There is an In n Out across the way too very convenient to the hotel as well as the beach nearby. We plan on staying here again when we return to Monterey next year.

Great hotel. The room was excellent. Very spacious and clean. Had a refrigerator included in the…read moreroom and it's gold in my opinion. The location is good. The parking is odd but it was fine. The breakfast in the morning was decent. Lots of options, something for everyone. Would definitely stay again when visiting.

Very clean room. Nice woman working the front desk…read more About a 4 minute drive from a shopping center with lots of restraints and a Target. Super cute exterior.

The room was sparkling clean and well appointed. They have worked hard on beautifying the landscape…read moreand the rooms themselves. The staff is very attentive and kind. We feel like this is a gem in the Monterey area with reasonable rates and mid century charm. This was our third stay there and when we return to Monterey we will stay there again.

When we arrived we were surprised to see the notice that renovations would be taking place from…read more8a-8p. Our toilet didn't flush well and they said to hold the handle down a few seconds- that made the water quickly rise to the top. When I called back down they sent maintenance quite quickly- but of course the flush worked just fine for him. Go figure. (We appreciated the quick response!) I assume it was a clog from the previous guest. My bed was comfortable and renovation fortunately wasn't overly disruptive on the noise front. We didn't use any of the amenities but the hotel was in a decent location in terms of distance to point of interest. There was a tent popped up right behind the walkway to the marsh area though. If you just need a place to shut your eyes, this was a decent option.

5 stars for the customer service. Our stay, a solid 4…read morestars with a clean comfy room. Picture this: Thanksgiving leftovers are gone, everyone's off work for a few days, and boredom kicks in. So naturally we decided to take an impromptu road trip up the California coast on a holiday weekend with ZERO reservations. Yes. That was our brilliant plan. To be fair, we knew exactly what we were getting ourselves into. Hotel availability would be about as scarce as the leftovers back at home. But honestly? The adventure was the point. We ended up booking this hotel with a "standard room" while sitting in a restaurant eating dinner. My husband kept saying, "It's just one night. BOOK IT" and so I did. When we arrived, the woman at the front desk was incredibly kind and welcoming. She let us know they only had one room left and the bed was a full-size instead of a queen or king. I frowned and my husband gave me the universal exhausted husband look of, I truly do not care, I need sleep. The front desk agent even offered to let us look at the room first and said if we didn't like it, we could cancel with no penalty. That alone was appreciated. Now, I'm not going to lie the setup gave very classic roadside motel vibes. Open walkways, doors facing outside, the kind of place where someone could walk right up from the street to your room. I did my little internal cringe...but I knew Mr. Sleepy Pants wanted to sleep. We checked out the room, accepted our fate, and stayed. The room itself was actually very clean and comfortable. It had both a fridge and microwave, which was a nice surprise. I also asked for extra blankets because even at home in our king size bed we somehow fight like survivalists over blanket territory, and she happily gave us plenty. There was also a small concession area with snacks, which was convenient after a long drive. At the end of the day, if you're passing through and just need a clean, comfy place to sleep for the night, I honestly see nothing wrong with this property. Sometimes road trips aren't about luxury they're about the memories you laugh about later.

There's a lot to like about the Sand Castle Inn. The staff at both check-in and check-out were…read morefriendly and helpful, and the location is ideal--close to Monterey but far enough away to avoid the crowds and tourist congestion. The room looked exactly as pictured and was spotlessly clean, with a very comfortable bed and quality linens. I especially appreciated the small details: a quiet mini fridge (rare!), no overpowering carpet or chemical odors, strong A/C, and reliably hot water. Traveling with a dog can be hit or miss, but they accommodated us with a quiet second-floor room toward the end of the building, which made a big difference. Parking was easy, and having an excellent Italian restaurant next door was a bonus. A few minor drawbacks: there's a food truck behind the building near the Legion of Honor that created a noticeable fish smell outside (though it never made its way into the room), the plantation blinds. while nicer than curtains, let in a bit of light, and there isn't much greenery nearby for dog walking. Overall, this is a clean, comfortable, and well-run property with great hospitality. It's affordable, conveniently located near Highway 1 and local attractions, and offers excellent value for the price. It's hard to beat what you get here at this price point.

Older property, well and thoughtfully maintained. May well have changed owners since these other…read morereviews were posted. Nice tech features: HDMI aux hookup for the TV, good WiFi, coded door locks. A dozen EV charging stations being installed. Laminate floors. Plantation blinds on the windows instead of dumb curtains. Very friendly staff. We would definitely book there again.

Rooms are nice but not stocked with enough towels for three guests only 2 drinking glasses in room…read more There is only ice at the north end of building Would be nice if it was more central Room coffee is good but not enough coffee cups we had a double room with capacity for four Hot tub and pool very nice Beach is nicely manicured

We came here to celebrate our daughter's last day of 2nd grade and kick off summer. Like many…read moreothers, we saw the influencer videos and thought we found a hidden beachfront gem. The stay started off great with a suite upgrade from the front desk. Unfortunately, our dog accidentally knocked over my daughter's drink in the lobby. We immediately took ownership of it, but one employee made us feel more like an inconvenience than a guest. The next day our daughter wanted to eat in the lobby and honestly my wife and I were hesitant after the night before. Thankfully, we met Tanya. Tanya was fantastic. She took care of us, made us feel welcome, and reminded us what hospitality is supposed to look like. The difference between her and our earlier experience was night and day. The hotel itself is okay, but social media definitely did it a few favors. Between the maintenance issues, extra fees, and inconsistent service, it wasn't quite the luxury experience we expected. To the hotel's credit, Ian from management personally called after our stay, listened to our concerns, and genuinely seemed to care. Overall, not a bad stay, but not quite what we expected. Monterey and Carmel have a lot of great options. Tanya deserves a raise.

We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back!…read moreThe staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating. When we decided to extend our stay by an extra night, our harbor-view room wasn't available for the additional night, but they went out of their way to make it work so we didn't have to switch rooms. We really appreciated that! Parking was also very reasonably priced at $25, especially compared to other hotels in the area. The room itself was spacious, the bed was very comfortable (firm, just how we like it), and the harbor view was absolutely perfect. We were a little concerned after reading reviews about the sea lions being noisy, but we actually loved hearing them from the balcony! Once the balcony door was closed, we couldn't hear them at all, and they never disturbed our sleep. One of our favorite perks was the complimentary binoculars available to guests--they were a fun touch for watching the harbor. And don't miss the sunrise from the fourth-floor rooftop terrace--it's absolutely beautiful! There were just a few minor things that could be improved. The hotel only has one elevator, and it can be quite slow during busy times. We also wish the freshly baked cookies were available throughout the day. They were put out around 3:00 p.m., but they disappeared almost immediately because they were so popular. When we arrived, our room temperature was around 78°F. We called the front desk to ask about the A/C and were told someone would come up. Security arrived and explained that the hotel doesn't have air conditioning, so the options are to use the fan or open the balcony door. It would have been helpful if the front desk had shared that information when we called. We left the screened balcony door open while we were out the next day, and the room cooled down nicely. The only other thing we wished the room had was a microwave. Overall, these were very minor issues compared to everything we loved about our stay. The location, views, comfortable rooms, and outstanding customer service made for a wonderful experience.

My wife and I stayed for 3 nights. We had an excellent time at the Inn for your wedding…read moreanniversary. Thanks to Michelle. Congratulations for her well deserved promotion! Thanks to all the fantastic day & night staff they're the best, that is why we keep coming back. P.S. Love the new balconies.

We had such a wonderful stay at Hotel Del Monte in Monterrey! From the moment we arrived, the staff…read moremade us feel welcomed and taken care of. The rooms were clean, comfortable, and had a warm charm that made it easy to relax after a day of exploring the city. One of the highlights of our stay was how the hotel carried such a unique atmosphere and history. It wasn't just a place to sleep--it felt like part of the adventure. Between the ocean views, cozy spaces, and local touches, it really captured the spirit of Monterrey. And then there were the ghost stories. Whether you're a believer or just love a good tale, they add an extra layer of fun and mystery to the stay. If you're someone that believes (or not), go to the front desk and ask for the "book". It had 78 pages of first hand accounts of unexplained happenings from guests. We had a very small moment ourselves, while I was sharing what I uncovered about the ghosts with my significant other in the morning, suddenly the bathroom light just turned on. Nobody was around and they do run on sensors. Not a significant event but certainly was well timed. Overall, Hotel Del Monte struck the perfect balance between comfort, history, and a touch of playful spookiness. I would absolutely recommend it to anyone visiting Monterrey that has access to a military installation--especially if you're looking for more than just a hotel, but a memorable experience.

We stayed for a weekend wedding and got one of their queen suites. Pulling up to the building, we…read morewere both pleasantly surprised by how beautiful it was. The interior is also gorgeous, and it's amazing how well they've kept up the history of this place. We stayed in a queen suite, which was very outdated. Because of how old the buildings are, there is no A/C, which is typically fine, but we happened to be there on one of the warmest days of the year. Our room had an odd smell to it, and the amenities are pretty minimal. However, we expected this due to the age of the building. Our only negative was that we were given the first room next to the entrance and stairwell, which was not fun to hear folks stomping up and down the stairs and slamming the doors. On Friday morning, several people we knew were awoken by the "active shooter drill" announcement at 8:00am. I understand this will happen on a naval academy base, but I wish we were warned about upon check-in just so we were aware and not startled in the morning.

This place was very reasonably priced, clean, and spacious. Just a short drive from Cannery Row, we…read morefound it peaceful and it met all our needs. The only things I'd suggest are slightly softer towels and better Wi-Fi. Overall, it was a great find, and I'd definitely choose to stay here again.

My fiancé and I stayed at this Inn for a weekend getaway. To celebrate us experiencing our first…read morebaby. Everything was going so good till it was time to leave. Right after we left my bank card was charged $200.00 and when I called the front desk the lady was very rude, and would not listen to what I had to say. So that next day I called back and the same lady answered the phone but with a bigger attitude. But at least she did hear me out this time. But then today called and the rude lady says "oh you're the one that keeps calling about the 200.00 refund". Then she lied and said her cleaning people said that they smelled drugs in the room but we don't do any type of drugs. But they never called to tell me nothing I had to keep calling and dealing with the rudeness of these people. And there still not giving me back my money I asked for the information to file a complaint and they said that I had to email them at the hotel and they will look at to see if a complaint can be made. My advice to everyone is check their accounts because after talking to a few other people they said how the same place got them like that too. Just because am young does not mean you can advantage of people. Yes, I want to know if I can have the information to the management team because when I was on the phone going back-and-forth with your front desk lady in between her being rude, she act like she wasn't trying to hear what I had to say at first it wasn't until our call back the third time and she was listening to me and she made it seem like if we email the Inn they will take it in consideration if they feel like it was a complaint or not, and if it would get passed through to whoever he needs to go to, because I asked for information to file a formal complaint and as of yet they have not called me or told me anything. Because at this point, I am starting to get upset and frustrated when I should be celebrating my happy news, but if I have to, I will have to take legal action because they are trying to accuse me of something that definitely did not happen if you would like to continue on this conversation please me back or send me your information and we can go from there.

Stayed a couple nights and loved the hotel for its location, friendly staff, and views from the…read morebalcony in the room. The restaurant in the hotel feels like you are on a boat which is cute. The food was perfect for a quick lunch before exploring the area. Pros: Perfect location to have as a home base when exploring Monterey and the surrounding areas. Close to Carmel and has a great bike rental shop onsite, Mad Dog & Englishmen. They also have a coffee shop in Carmel that has cute shirts and cozy seating. Cons: NA

The Plaza is an incredibly beautiful hotel that overlooks the ocean. It has multiple restaurants…read moreand the customer service is fantastic. The location is key as you can walk right down to cannery row to access restaurants, shopping, and entertainment including the aquarium. Furthermore, the gym and hot tubs on the 5th floor are superb. The views are incredible and the equipment is all very nice. We have had a lovely stay at the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa.