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    The chair that almost killed a man
    Amy N.

    I am old enough to remember when Motel 6 was a value chain. Some locations and rooms were actually still 6$ when I was a kid. (which would be about 60$ today) Here's the good stuff: - The room was clean - Check in/out was easy and fast. - The A/C worked really well - The pool looked very clean. Here is what was wrong: - The bed was SO bad. it was hard, the springs were poky, and they made loud squeaks every time one of us moved. - The sink sprayed out of the basin - The Tub was a good size, Partner was looking forward to a soak in it, but when he tried to use it it would not stopper. nothing he could do would make the tub hold water. - The flooring was terrifying for doggo, she was shivering and scared of slipping the whole time and refused to eat or drink. (I get it makes it easy to clean, so if I stay again I will bring her a little slip-proof rug) - There was no obvious place to walk her, which I was expecting at a dog-friendly hotel. - The bed was too close to the wall on the left side, so it was an adventure to get in and out of on that side - The vending machines were broken and when I asked for help I was told to call the number on the machine, because I guess I work there, now, I guess? Not them? The guy at the front desk would not even come look at it, or call them when I said "I am just letting you know it's broken, like no one can use it." And the biggest issue we had: The chair broke AS partner was sitting on it using his phone. He was literally just sitting there, for like an hour, then suddenly the chair broke out from under him sending him crashing to the floor. He narrowly missed bashing his head open, and ended up pulling a muscle in his back and needing help to get up. When we asked if they could bring us a sturdier chair for him, they brought us another of the exact same chair. The take away from this stay is that we paid 173+ tax for barely 60$ worth of room. And their chairs are bloodthirsty and out for revenge.

    Lori H.

    Decent Motel 6 location. Not the cleanest, but not the dirtiest either. Definitely the most expensive, at $150/night, because of the location being so close to the beach in Monterey and right off of highway 1. Check-in was quick and easy. Staff was friendly and accommodating. We were given a corner room on the bottom floor with parking right in front, as requested on reservation. We stayed in a two bed with refrigerator room. They also have monthly rates, as seen on back of bathroom door. The 'resident' rooms are around the back side of the motel. Rooms are pretty old and small. Our non-smoking room didn't smell smoky, which was a plus. More often than not we request a non-smoking room and can still smell smoke. The a/c worked well and wasn't too noisy. No designated pet potty area, but plenty of grassy areas around the building for them to go. The linens could be inspected better. We found numerous hairs on the pillows and stains on wash cloths. A couple of the bath towels had obvious big stains as well. These should not be put out for guests to use! I added a photo for reference. Overall pretty pricey for this chain, and the cleaning needs improvement. Probably wouldn't stay here again.

    Dirty lamp.
    Saundra H.

    The rooms are so small beds as well, the floors don't get mopped, bathroom was nasty. Beds were worse. My pictures will show what I'm taking about.. nasty.... I slept in my car , because they have a no refund policy.. now I know why..... Morel 6's have gone down so much it sad... Find a cleaner place.. it may be cheap but nasty

    BEWARE BED BUG/FLEA INFESTATION Room 103 My mother and I stayed here for one night and she woke up with bed bug or flea bites all over her body. Initially it wasn't too bad so we went about our day sightseeing and whatnot. As the day progressed her bites got worse, they became more and more prominent and spread to more places on her body. She eventually had to be hospitalized because the bites got too painful and she couldn't move or sleep. She had to be hospitalized a second time because it was getting even worse. Today's marks the 6th day and she's still suffering from the painful bites. I've contacted motel 6 corporate and let them know what happened but I have yet to hear anything. My next call will be to the Monterey County health department. Beware of this place. They obviously don't clean the rooms very well or change the sheets. We picked this place because it's pet friendly but these are the repercussions of pet friendly places.

    Idk black mold
    Tatyana C.

    I mean I knew it was going to be cheap for a reason...but IT WAS SOOOOO CHEAP! No fridge or microwaves. Everything is old and very used. The room was pretty gross and didn't feel clean at all. There was no ant infestation right by the beds.. PLUS black mold or something under the ac unit right by the bed

    Non smoking room with Cigarette burn marks. Dirt on the white wash cloth is Mold off the wall!

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    Clean and well managed! Close to the Monterey Fairgrounds AND The Annual JAZZ Festival!

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    Great people understanding staff and wonderful atmosphere:) close to other restaurants right across from denny's beautiful scenery.

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    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa - Courtyard Facing Room, 2nd Floor

    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

    (1.3k reviews)

    $$$

    Very well run hotel, all around. Very good view rooms. Excellent restaurants. Good service…read more The piano player, Scott Brown, is excellent! So talented, very wide repertoire from Frank Sinatra to Beatles to Billy Joel to Bruno Mars! And both great singing and piano playing! He performs for 4 1/2 hours on Saturdays, from 5:30pm until at least 10pm. Also fantastic location, walking distance to local restaurants, Fishermans Wharf, Aquarium, and Cannery Row.

    This hotel stay was plain and simple, not a good one. It was my last night in California during my…read morePacific Coast road trip starting in San Diego and it was my least favorite hotel. I was torn about whether to stay in Carmel by the Sea or Monterey so when I did a google search for hotels and saw this one had great reviews I picked it. I was on day 9 of my trip, was exhausted and flying back to New York the next day so I really just wanted a quality, safe, clean, nice hotel to end my trip and that didn't happen. The hotel is massive, it gave me real old school, resort vibes. Enormous lobby with televisions, dark wood chairs, giant bar and restaurant but it was horribly outdated. I mean, green carpet, I felt like I was back in the 90's. I checked in they could not find my reservation. I had booked on hotel tonight and they asked me what kind of room I booked. I told them one with a view and a manager came out and told me they didn't have any ocean view rooms. It was 10:30 at night, at this point I didn't care I just wanted to go to sleep. Eventually, after waiting at the front desk for a half hour they were able to locate my reservation. In the meantime I had left my luggage with the bell hop. They told me they would bring my suitcase up for me. I asked the guy to take it out of my trunk because I had just had surgery and couldn't do any lifting. Remember that for later. They gave me directions to my room and I couldn't believe the path I had to take to get there. Elevator up to the fourth floor, then I had to walk down an extremely long hallway, down another hall to ANOTHER elevator. Then I was to take that elevator DOWN a floor to get to my room. It felt like a joke. It was so unbelievably inconvenient. Throughout my journey to my room I noticed all of the windows in the hallway were cracked open. I realized quickly this was to air out the moldy musky smell of the hotel that desperately needed renovating. The carpet was filthy. My hotel room was so bleh. So outdated, the bed was so high I had to jump out of it my feet didn't touch the ground and I'm 5'8. The furniture was old, the carpet, I wouldn't take my socks off. I set up the luggage rack right in the front of the room so that when the bellhop brought my luggage up he could rest it on there for me since I made it clear I couldn't lift. I saw two bugs when I pulled down the comforter and at that point I was done. I went down to the front desk and told them about the bugs and that I wanted a new room. They couldn't help me. Completely ignored my request so I called the booking agency to tell them what was going on. I went back up to my room and saw my luggage in my room, horizontal on the floor despite the luggage rack being open and set up, right, next to it. Cool. I had to call someone up just to lift my luggage onto the rack because again, couldn't lift, post-surgical, made that clear. Whatever. Long story short by this time it was 11:30 pm I just wanted to sleep so I did that and left first thing in the morning. This hotel has absolutely no business charging the rates that they do. None. I would not stay here again.

    Monterey Bay Inn - View from our room (#206).

    Monterey Bay Inn

    (461 reviews)

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    We have not stayed at this hotel in about 7 years, so it's been a while. The elevator is very slow…read moreat times, but they do have stairs to take if you don't feel like waiting. Hotel staff were very friendly and professional. This time we had the oceanfront room with the sofa bed. Beautiful views, of course, from the balcony. The room was clean, however there is an ant problem in the bathroom. It was not too bad, but we still weren't thrilled to see an ant here and there crawling on our things in the bathroom. It is strange that they use cloth shower curtains, so every time you take a shower they get soaked. Some toiletries are provided, but not as many as they used to. They used to give lotion, shower caps, shower gel, etc. Now it's just bar of soap, shampoo and conditioner. The bathroom is nice, though, with double sinks. Sofa bed worked out great for our 8 year old. She said it was comfortable, and we were also comfortable in the king size bed, which had a firm mattress. It can get noisy in the room with the balcony door open due to the seals and seagulls, but closing the door blocks most of the sound. We kept it open in the day and shut it when we went to bed. Breakfast - well, I guess you can't really complain too much when it's complimentary with the room, but it's really nothing to write home about. Hard boiled eggs, fruit plate, yogurt, and some muffins. Me, being a diabetic, I couldn't really eat any of it, except the eggs. Our daughter enjoyed it, though she is pretty easygoing. We had been hoping to save some money by eating breakfast at the hotel but we ended up eating breakfast out every day we were there. Be prepared to do A LOT of walking because this hotel is at the very end of Cannery Row -- although it's great exercise, and gave us a chance to work off all the calories from our meals. lol. The room was nice, we'd probably stay there again. One thing we were disappointed about was the hotel used to offer a discount if you bought aquarium tickets through them. They no longer do that. They also used to offer free bottled water in the room, which they also no longer do.

    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.

    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel - Spa time

    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel

    (1.2k reviews)

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    We had a wonderful time staying at The Clement for our wedding anniversary for two nights this past…read moreweekend! This was our second time staying in Monterey and I had been looking forward to staying at this hotel someday. It was everything I imagined and more! The service was exceptional from the valet to the bellhop to registration and restaurant staff. We are also IHG elite members and we were given a room upgrade with a thoughtful card and gift for our anniversary. Our room was facing the ocean on Cannery Row with a balcony. It was a very nice, spacious and clean room with alot of thoughtful attention like providing refillable water bottles, robes and an amazing Nespresso machine. There was also a wine bar and snacks available for purchase. The hotel had a wonderful scent throughout and we enjoyed walking through the ocean vibes staircase featuring a jellyfish. Definitely look for that! We loved having our anniversary dinner at The C Restaurant, but that will be another well earned review on it's own. However, we did have two negative experiences, one was that we waited a bit too long for our car at the valet once and there was an accidental spa charge on our receipt when checking out. I still gave them 5 stars because they rectified it right away and even removed the valet charge for us, which was much appreciated. I would love to come back to this hotel someday to bring my parents and we hope you love it too!!

    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!

    Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row - King bed

    Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row

    (223 reviews)

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    This is an interesting hotel to say the least. Most of the rooms do not have access via elevator…read morenor is there a bellhop. If you have mobility issues I would not recommend this hotel without confirming you have one of the rooms with elevator access. You should also understand that you will need to walk your bags to your room up and down stairs to your room. There is a massive upside to this hotel. It is right next to the Monterey Plaza Hotel with costs at least $1,200 a night to stay at. This hotel is about $300 a night. While this hotel is not fancy, it is clean, comfortable, and has FREE PARKING. As long as you have no mobility issues or can guarantee an accessible room, this hotel is a great option for getting around Monterey and Cannery Row.

    This review will be TODDLER focused (aged 2). If you are single/couple/no kids, this hotel will…read moresuit your needs as it is in a convenient location and a typical Holiday Inn Chain. Toddler Notes for the Hotel: [[ Pro's ]] 1.) The room we got on the 3rd floor corner was very spacious and had a ton of room. We were able to set up a pack and play and still had a generous amount of room left to walk around. 2.) Blackout shades and see-through shades for double coverage which keeps the room nice and dark at night. 3.) Location is great as it's super close to Cannery Row, lots of restaurants, and Monterey Bay Aquarium which was our ultimate destination. 4.) Parking Garage is free and decently sized and can fit a mid-size SUV with no issues. It will get tighter if you have a humongous full-SUV though (see pictures). [[ Con's ]] 1.) So Many STAIRS. Like legitimately, there are so many stairs. I took a ton of pictures to give you an idea. Stairs coming down from the elevator, stairs between floors, etc. This is not very young kid friendly when you have a stroller, a bunch of kid items, etc. I'm not sure I would stay here again due to the amount of stairs and inconvenience. 2.) Noise Level - If your kid is sensitive to noise, be prepared to have a ton of sound machines because you really could hear a ton of things. Cars, honking, other people's rooms, etc. 3.) Shower - It did seem a bit rusty in certain places and our shower wouldn't drain so there was a big puddle the whole time we were showering. The steam also set off the fire alarm like another person mentioned. Quick conclusion - I think it's an okay IHG hotel but not very good for families with young kids. Good for the location though.

    Navy Gateway Inns & Suites - The main hall leading into the beautiful ballroom

    Navy Gateway Inns & Suites

    (62 reviews)

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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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