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El Castell Motel was excellent for our whole stay. The staff was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful during my stay. The room was clean, comfortable, and well kept. The whole experience was smooth and stress-free. I really appreciated the front desk's great service. I would definitely stay at El Castell Motel again. I would recommend it to anyone looking for a pleasant and comfortable place to stay at an affordable price.

The location and overall atmosphere were great, but the room was not cleaned properly. There were hairs in several places, and I was especially shocked to find a long strand of hair under the soap holder by the sink—it looked like it had been there for a very long time.

Great amenities! Friendly staff. Beautiful location and views.

Everything was great!

I had a really enjoyable stay at the Monterey Bay Inn. First, the ocean view is absolutely amazing — waking up to the sound of the waves, seagulls, and sea lions was such a peaceful experience. One of my favorite touches was the complimentary breakfast delivered right to the room every morning. It felt like a little luxury that made the stay extra special. The location is perfect. It’s just steps away from Cannery Row, with easy access to shopping, dining, scenic walking trails, bike paths, and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The room itself was spacious, especially the bathroom with two sinks, and I loved that the bed was positioned facing the ocean view. There are a few things to keep in mind. Parking is $25 per night. The rooftop hot tubs (which overlook the ocean) are beautiful but small — they only fit about four people, and they were always full when I tried to use them. I ended up using the second-floor hot tub, which doesn’t have a view, and still had to wait about 20 minutes for space. You can tell the building has been there a long time, though some upgrades have been made. The elevator made a loud noise every time it closed, and the hallway on the 3rd and 4th floors felt slightly sloped in the middle. the front desk staff were very kind and accommodating — they even allowed us to keep our car parked until 4pm after checkout, which was really helpful. Overall, despite a few minor inconveniences, I would definitely stay here again for the views and location

Centrally located for beaches, aquarium and shops.