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    Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

    3.6 (188 reviews)
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    Breakfast one day
    Angela G.

    Long Story short, this motel provided us a decent no frills stay in Downtown Monterey for a reasonable price. Visually there wasn't much to see. The outside of the inn is maintained but it's very old school. Inside it's updated but the color choices aren't very bright or welcoming. Cleanliness was fine. I always wipe down hotels when we arrive, and everything was pretty client except the hardwood floors. But I didn't expect the floors to be that clean since housekeeping would be cleaning with their shoes on. Location it's very close to downtown. There were plenty of restaurants that we could walk to in 10 minutes There was a Trader Joe's as well. We were also close enough to walk to the free Trolley stop in about 15 minutes (with 2 slowish children.) The trolley takes you to Fisherman's Wharf, the aquarium, and places like that. The staff were very friendly, inviting, and welcoming. Sterling checked us in and he was super upbeat and informative. The free breakfast was just enough to get us going It was very simple, but it was a full breakfast. The highlights for us were the waffles, my son loved the yogurt machine. The bacon is super thin and the eggs were watery/probably powder eggs. Also there are some times when it gets pretty crowded in there. So plan accordingly. They have indoor and outdoor seating. I kind of like the set up of the room with the bathroom and closer "around the corner." However the area for food is right next to the bathroom. So if you're prepping any food, you either need to do it at the bathroom sink or at the table across the room. A small table next to the fridge would've been nice. However it was nice to have the mini fridge and microwave. For the most part it was quiet. We requested an upstairs room on the end of the hotel and they gave us that. We were nervous to walk around because the floors are thin and we didn't want to bother the people under us. But I don't think they put anyone under us. I could see it being loud having people run/walk on the walk way. But thankfully most of the time it was quiet. If you have a large/wide car, it is a tight squeeze to park on the lower lot. We didn't have any problems, we have a 3 row suv. But anything bigger would be a tight squeeze to maneuver around. I wouldn't be totally opposed to staying here again, but if I had a little more money to spend, I'd prefer to stay somewhere a little nicer. But our stay was good and I have no complaints.

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    Yee W.

    I'm glad I decided to book a night here because everything was great. I researched a lot of different hotels in Monterey and Carmel. But this Best Western won me over because 1. Free parking 2. Free breakfast and 3. Pool and jacuzzi for my children. We walked in and pleasantly greeted by Alan right away. Check in was a smooth process. Alan was great and explained everything we needed to know about the hotel. Tony was also very friendly and helped us with the coffee/hot chocolate machine when it ran out. We stayed in room 115 which was perfect because it was the first room just around the corner from the front desk. Next to the hot chocolate machine which my son was addicted to! Ice machine just a few feet away. The pool & jacuzzi was right outside the front doors. The beds were comfortable. The pillows were soft and I didn't wake up with a sore neck. The room was perfect for the 3 of us. There was coffee and fridge in our room. The shower head was very high and couldn't be adjusted. The water pressure was ok. Wasn't too loud during our stay, couldn't hear any neighbors. Breakfast was good. There was a lot of different choices. Pancake machine. Yogurt station (my favorite). Toast. Orange and apple juice. Eggs (kinda watery? No flavor?), hash brown (wish it was crispier) and bacon. Cereal, bananas and apples. A lot of seating inside and outside on the patio. I know we only stayed one night, but it was great. No complaints. It was walking distance to restaurants. Short drive to Carmel beach and fisherman's wharf. The kids really enjoyed the pool & jacuzzi. Jose was very nice and made check out process easy! Thank you BW!

    Sitting on the couch  enjoying the fireplace
    Darleen M.

    Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Upgraded to a king suite with a fire place. I will definitely book again. Very clean Staff friendly and helpful.

    Bed bug on the bed

    This was by far one of the worst hotel experiences we have ever had. During our stay at Best Western Plus Monterey Inn, we found not one, but TWO bed bugs on the bed. This is an extremely serious hygiene issue and completely unacceptable for any hotel, especially a branded property. We immediately reported it to the front desk, but instead of taking responsibility, the staff had a poor attitude and told us to contact the manager ourselves. There was no urgency, no apology, and no proper escalation. We then spent nearly TWO HOURS waiting for a resolution, only to be told that housekeeping would simply replace the bed sheets. This response was shocking and demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of the seriousness of a bed bug issue. At that point, we no longer felt safe staying in the room and requested to check out. Even then, there was no meaningful assistance offered. We were left to find another hotel at the last minute, traveling with children, which made the situation even more stressful and frustrating. Although a refund was eventually provided, it does not make up for the time, stress, and inconvenience caused. The lack of professionalism, poor response, and disregard for guest safety were deeply disappointing. We strongly caution other travelers to think twice before staying here. This experience shows serious issues with cleanliness standards and management response.

    Jessica P.

    I love this hotel for both personal and business travel. It is in a great location where you can still walk to everything downtown or on the wharf and easy to leave in your car and drive in any direction needed. All of the hotel staff is so friendly and helpful. The rooms are always clean and the large slider doors to a normal or small balcony are my favorite. I love being able to open up the door and let fresh air in or enjoy my dinner on the balcony. They also have a fancy coffee machine and 24hr tea bar in the lobby which is perfect on the go or to bring up to your room. Overall, my go to place to stay in Monterey

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    Sara P.

    This has been the nicest Best Western we have stayed in so far. We always have pretty good luck with cleanliness and price with BW, so we usually stay in them if they look pretty good. This was our first visit to Monterey for 4 nights. I was pleasantly surprised at how nice our stay was. The positives: - The front desk staff were very nice and friendly. - They have easy underground parking with an elevator which has access to your floor. - Coffee espresso machine and regular coffee 24 hours a day. - Room was very clean. Separate sink from shower. - Nicely decorated. Plug ins on the lamps make for easy charging. - Great price for Monterey. - Great location for walking to downtown and the cathedral. - Decent breakfast. Better than others. A yogurt machine to make parfaits. A nice way to reduce plastic single use containers. - Very close walk to liquor store and convenience store. A little further to Trader Joe's. The cons: - No bathroom in lobby. I got sent to the basement which is the employee bathroom. Kinda scary and not very nice or clean. Why no lobby bathroom?!? - No air conditioning. Luckily we were able to open a balcony door to let cool air in. Be aware if you like to have full climate control. - Walls are very thin. It is very easy to hear neighbors talk and tv's. - The door to the room lets in a lot of light and noise. I wish there was a better way to make that tighter. The positives definitely outweigh the negatives to us and we will definitely be staying here again.

    Kyoo C.

    Had a great stay here earlier this year. Searched plenty of places to stay ahead of time of course, and this Best Western Plus seemed to have the best balance of requirements. This location had many great things going for it and I would gladly stay here again if ever visit Monterey again. - Convenient location for hitting the aquarium/cannery area, as well as hopping on freeway to explore Carmel and on south. (fyi. Point Lobos State park was awesome) - Great value in the area. No real need to pay the high prices near cannery for a room you just come in to sleep in. - Spacious and clean room. Separate sink outside of shower/toilet area. * only negative was the loud exhaust fan in the bathroom, but wasn't bad at all when door is shut:) - Ample wide parking under the building (give them the car License Plate# when checking in). The lot was open and airy and had direct elevator access to rooms. - Included breakfast was great! I was a snob and didn't think breakfast would be any good, so went out to eat at the famous breakfast place near the aquarium. The next day, kid was hungry early so went down to try the breakfast. Wow! Everything was fresh and delicous! sausage bacon hash brown the breads and the spreads were fantastic! sourdough slice toasted great and was excellent with the butter. bagel toasted with cream cheese was so good. Not sure where they get the breads and creameries, but I was especially delighted by the butter and cream cheese... coffee was plenty good too. there was a pancake machine, but I don't really eat pancakes. kid enjoyed it:) Definitely regretted paying for the pricey breakfast outside the first morning. The Best Western Plus breakfast had the necessary core food items that were quality and delicious. My kid LOVES BW Plus, it's all he talks about. Had to go to another BW Plus in Socal recently so he could have his favorite breakfast. (I secretly became a fan of BW Plus breakfast myself. was great at 2nd location too, lol)

    Amy S.

    Decent and affordable. The front desk was very friendly. We arrived a little early on a Saturday and had an easy check in. Our room was an upgraded king with a gas powered fireplace and a balcony. A little ways from the wharf but you can still catch the horizon of the ocean. Not thrilled with the breakfast but you get what you pay for... free.

    Jan K.

    After traveling all day.....from Napa to Monterey..... & many stops in between.....we were so happy to find our home for the night.... BW was clean, comfy and pretty close to downtown Cannery row..... Beds were really comfortable.... Parking is plentiful.....This BW has its own parking structure..... No air conditioner though...... we opened our patio room door & it cooled down pretty fast... only problem, we couldn't leave it open for fresh air all night because of the noise from the traffic down below... Check in was pretty quick...... He was also courteous.....

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    Good location, good price, clean, friendly staff and the landscape is gorgeous! Close enough to the Aquarium and Cannery Row.

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    Ask the Community - Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

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    Do all King rooms have a balcony?

    I have only stayed in the 2 bedroom suite with King beds. The one on the 3rd floor, Room 305, has a sliding door leading out to a large balcony with a table & some chairs. The one on the 2nd floor, Room 205, has sliding doors to a faux balcony (you… 

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    Review Highlights - Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

    This place is very close to Fisherman's Warf and within a good walking distance to Cannery Row!

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    The location is worth every penny, especially if you get an ocean view. The rooms are right above…read morethe water. And it's such a neat feeling to wake up to the sound of waves, the seagulls and to see the sea lions frolicking right outside your balcony.. the continental breakfast is adequate. Rooms are clean. There is plenty of parking. It's right between the fisherman's wharf and cannery row. So easy access to all everything

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    Our stay here was absolutely amazing! We usually stay at another nearby hotel when visiting…read moreMonterey Bay, but this time we wanted something within walking distance to the aquarium and this place delivered perfectly. No driving needed at all! We opted for valet since it's the same price as self parking, and from the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding. The valet team and front desk staff were all incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful, making check-in smooth and stress free. The hotel itself is beautiful, and the ocean views from our room were a huge highlight. The room was very clean and thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed and more. The fireplace, tub, and private deck really elevated the whole experience. It was also great having a spa and restaurant right on site, adding even more convenience and relaxation to our stay. Overall, this has been one of the best hotel experiences we've had. We visit Monterey Bay often, and we'll definitely be staying here again!

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    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.

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