We are finishing our Cabrillo highway adventure with a stop in Monterey. I made reservations to…read morestay at the Seven Gables, it's been years that I've passed by thinking "that looks like a cool place to stay". So with Valentines in mind...check in at 4 but they sent a text saying our room was ready at 11 or so and asked what time might we expect you? My timing was four and that's about when we arrived. It's a bit complicated but the signage was clear and there were a couple of parking spaces right by the check in office. Wow what a place Old Victorian and absolutely beautiful inside. Check in was easy and fun, we could keep our car where it was parked. There were small socializing events, a champagne pour at 5, cookies at 7...Our room was just off the parking area with no stairs to climb. We were also close to the breakfast spot. (starts at 8-10) Our room was well a large bedroom, tall queen size bed, a very large bathroom, with a Great shower (water pressure) and rainfall shower head. Three large windows gave us a good view of the bay, the window shades were thick enough to block out most of the light. The mattress was super comfortable, we slept well. We took an Uber to the old pier and had dinner, it was very quiet in town, perfect. Free breakfast always has me wondering but today this was a very nice breakfast, egg soufflé, hash browns, lots of real fresh fruit, croissants, various breads, oatmeal, various topping and cereal. Hit flavorful coffee, juices, yogurts...good stuff. The stay was pricy for the off season but sometimes ya gotta spend a few bucks too enjoy the finer things in life. Today we're headed up highway One to Capitola and over to San Jose to Santana Row for dinner with the kids, stay tuned. Foodguy-Martin

We first stayed here years ago and had such a lovely experience. We always stay at places during…read morethe off season to be able to experience the venue and city when it's quiet. I find that service is usually at its best during those times and this was no exception. The staff was great and so was the property, including its proximity to the water, shopping and dining. I love staying at older hotels and inns because the properties are usually small and quaint, with so much charm and character. I like the limited number of rooms because each is different and unique, providing the opportunity for a one of a kind experience each time you visit.

We were going for two days and stay another day because we love the place. So beautiful and…read morepeaceful. No TV.., just spectacular views. Service was GREAT! We highly recommend Blanca and Larry.

My husband and I just had a wonderful stay at The Jabberwock Inn. From the food, to the innkeepers,…read moreto the decor, to the location (close to the Monterey Bay Aquarium)--everything was perfect. It's obvious that a lot of thought went into the inn. Our room (Brillig) had a beautiful view. We also really appreciated he appetizers, and the cookies that were available 24/7, The breakfasts alternated between sweet and savory, and were all delicious. We highly recommend The Jabberwock!

Fantastic! We stayed here for 4 nights on this first visit to Pacific Grove and it was a terrific…read morestay. Our room, and the entire property is historic but well maintained. They've done a great job of keeping the character of the house but also modernizing it. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. Leese was at the front desk for most our stay and she was very kind and helpful. Housekeeping and the cooking staff do a great job as well. We had breakfast every morning and it was hot, fresh and provided variety each day. We stayed in Room 21, La Porte. It included a private side entrance outside the main house which was great. I think our room location was a little noisier than other rooms due to the entrance area outside the room being used by staff and some other guests. This wasn't a bad thing for us but something to note for those looking for quiet. We'll definitely come back to Pacific Grove and the Gosby will definitely be a consideration for lodging.

My boyfriend and I had a nice time at the Gosby House. We stayed in the Poppy Hill room which is…read moreupstairs in the back part of the inn. The room had a nice jacuzzi bathtub which we both enjoyed. The bed was big and comfortable. There was a cool antique wardrobe in the room which we used to store our clothes. The only downside was that it got a little cool in our room at times (it would be fine in the summer probably but this was in mid February). I put 2 extra blankets on top and we turned on both heaters, the one in the bathroom and the one in our room. Once the heaters had been on for a while it got quite warm and cozy. I would recommend they purchase a nice big down comforter for the room because then we would not need to use as much heat. There was an imitation down comforter but those are not as warm. The service was excellent and everyone was very friendly and nice and helpful. The inn was very clean. The food was excellent. I ate way too many calories for the breakfast but it was so delicious. I didn't gain weight on this trip though, maybe because of all the walking I did, Pacific Grove is an adorable little town and the Lovers Point walking trail is delightful. Make sure to admire the cute houses in the town. So many fun little details. There is a combo bookstore/coffee shop next door to the Gosby House and it was so nice to head over there one morning and get a cappuccino and chat with the other people in the cafe. We also went to the aquarium which is close by and to the Sardine Factory restaurant, which is very nice. One of the perks of staying at the Gosby House is their fresh baked cookies and wine hour. We don't drink alcohol but the fresh baked cookies were delicious, we definitely enjoyed! My favorite was the chocolate/chocolate. Yum. I would definitely return to the Gosby House or back to another 4 sisters inn. I got a really good impression. We also went to the Pacific Thai restaurant which is about 1 block away from the Gosby House. That was great too and I had a good artichoke soup. Parking was quite easy for the Gosby House. They don't have their own lot but it was easy to find parking very close. Check in time was 4pm I think but we got there a little early and our room was ready. The other guests were peaceful and nice and clearly having a good time. The inn was mostly quiet and peaceful. It was quiet at night. I would highly recommend this Inn. Overall it was a very good experience.

I really enjoyed staying here for our little weekend trip to Monterey!…read more I got the Walnut room. Its quaint with direct access to the courtyard. When we got there, an inn keeper greeted us warmly and gave us a quick tour of the place before showing us to our room. The room was clean and provided everything you would expect from a hotel room (towels, soaps, robes, etc.). I only wish there were more counter space for the bathroom. The breakfast was very good too; they served us a bread pudding with scrambled eggs and bacon. The inn itself had a comforting, vintage feel (without feeling dilapidated). In case you decided to go with one of the less expensive rooms (like I did) the inn also has rooms where you can sit and view the ocean. The inn is located close to the aquarium and local shops, so it was very convenient. Parking was easy to find- there is a parking lot in front of the inn, or you can find plenty of street parking. I found that the parking lot was almost empty when I went a few hours before my check-in time. I would definitely come back here for any future stays. :)

I love this place but there are a few things that could be improved. This has incredible potential…read morethat is not being utilized. Pros: Spectacular historical property, perfect oceanfront location, the sound of the ocean from your bedroom window, a beautiful courtyard, incredible antiques in every room, pretty wallpaper, good breakfast served in a wonderful room with panoramic ocean view. I also really liked Yuri and Casey. They were both lovely and friendly. Cons: The lobby is odd, dark and uninviting. There should be a check in desk and it should be welcoming. There could be a luxury candle burning to make it smell nice. The piano room is strange too. There should be a small bar and lively music or classical music. The sofas should be useable. It should be a place for socializing. The wood burning fireplaces are outdated and should be gas with a switch. My room was nice but smokey because of the fireplace, which I didn't use. Fresh baked cookies in the evening would be nice. Whatever their plans are, I hope the owners make improvements but don't over-modernize.

This was our 2nd annual girls trip in the Rancho Riposo unit. This year we had 8 women and 3 dogs…read more The unit has 5 bedrooms with a total of 7 beds and 2 1/2 baths. The huge totally fenced yard was perfect for the dogs and playing ping pong and other outdoor games. We're all friends through pickleball and hiking which we enjoyed one or both on our 3 night stay. We did most of our eating at the unit by assigning meals for each night... great food!!! The kitchen is well stocked making do with what we found. There's a nice big table in the dining room we could all fit around and the living room is spacious with an enormous couch. The staff is friendly and accommodating! For 8 women and 3 dogs I don't think we caused any trouble or were too loud... just the sound of laughter and fun! Hopefully we can make it a yearly event!!!

Andril's was a yearly visit for the family for a long while. With life and the loss of some key…read morefamily members, visits became farther apart, and this past November, when we lost our mother, her final wish was that we revisit the old cabin, bring family and friends together, and celebrate being together. Both my sister and I stayed at Rancho Reposo in the late 70's as kids, and some of the other cabins in the 80s as teenagers. All that remains are faded photos and a ton of memories, so this past weekend was full of nostalgia. We introduced people to someplace new and flooded a few memory banks with new adventures and walks on the beach. The rental process was super easy, the accommodations were all that we remembered, and our pup loved it too! The house was pretty well stocked with supplies, so a quick trip to the local grocery store got us everything else we desired. This was truly a flawless weekend away and was exactly what our mom would have appreciated. I think we're all committed to returning every year, as we did as kids.

Room was clean, cute and comfortable. Owners very attentive. Great location, great price in the off…read moreseason. Breakfast was a bit disappointing as they cook the French toast to order but it's very basic thin sliced white bread - reminiscent of my childhood. Also seems to be the only option they ever have. Fruit would be better cut up and mixed rather than slightly dried out in slices. A nice selection of carbs and hard boiled eggs though.

Quaint little bed & breakfast two blocks from the beach. Great location, easy parking, quiet area…read more The owners are really nice, they make you a small breakfast in the morning. The rooms are dated but if you are out and about most of the day this is a great spot, they have a living room area and garden area where you can hang. Great value, nice people- we just stumbled upon this place after visiting the aquarium.

Loved our stay! Ivy was such a wonderful host and made us feel so very welcome. Thank you so much…read morefor making our anniversary special. We will definitely be back soon!

Location is what you are paying for here. Just stayed the other night, 2 star review is because of…read morelocation being across the ocean. No hot water, beds were uncomfortable left my partner and I with pain I the morning. Pillows deflated I slept, without using them. Our lady Ivy was a joy to be hosted by, but not much else to adore especially for the price. Just know its because of the location.

I really wanted to love this hotel but the day we checked in the lady at the front desk was…read moreincredibly rude. It felt like we were inconveniencing her by having the audacity to check into our room. The room was small but that's fine, it's to be expected. Note that the walls are THIN AS CAN BE. I could hear the room next to us flush their toilet. I wish I was joking. The worst part was the shower head. The first day it was spraying a bit to the sides and got the bathroom floor a little wet. The second day all hell broke loose and the entire bathroom was soaked after a 5 minute shower. I had to wipe down the counter, the toilet, and the sink from all the shower water. I've never experienced anything like it. The "continental breakfast" is pathetic. Cold and tiny pastries and blueberry bagels. So expect to eat elsewhere for breakfast. I recommend Winston's around the corner (it's outstanding). The lady at the front desk the day we checked out and that I reported the shower leak to was very hospitable. To be honest, she was the only positive part of this entire experience. I'm just so disappointed in this place. I was really looking forward to our stay but it fell short in every way plus some. For around $200 a night during off season on a week day GO ELSEWHERE TRUST ME.

We were thrilled with our accommodations. We had a cottage and it was sparkling clean. The…read morekitchenet had a table for four, a microwave, small refrigerator and electric tea pot (nice touch!) We enjoyed the fireplace as evenings in PG can be quite chilly. We enjoyed being able to walk everywhere and we loved the historical aspect of the Inn. There is a small parking lot on the property, but we chose to park on the street (it's free) because there was a space right in front of our cottage door. The staff is very friendly. The star was lost because of the poor breakfast. Cold bagels, no butter, tiny, tasteless cold pastries. Sad because the little breakfast room with its cozy seating is very inviting.

Really engaged staff and super helpful. Breakfast was great. Cute victorian in the Classic B ana B…read morestyle. Remodeled nicely throughout. But.. no closet-just one 8 inch pole on the wall to hang clothes and 2 modest drawers in a chest for all other things. Very small rooms.

The Four Sisters Inns were created by a family who wanted nothing more than to run a couple of cute…read morebed and breakfast inns here and there. They started off small, and the public ate it up...the cute decorations, the shabby chic...it was perfect for the times. After a while, they expanded and grew...and grew. And now, there are several strategically planted all over California, and two or three in Carmel and Pacific Grove alone that are known to be lovely and quaint. The Green Gables is a favorite, probably due to its' fabulous location right by the ocean. But The Cobblestone Inn in Carmel is my first choice, and it's not just because my friend worked there and gave me free chocolate and snacks... (cough, cough) ...well...