Monterey Bay Inn

3.5 star property

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Rooftop terrace
Exterior
View from room
Beach/ocean view
Marina

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Business services
  • Laundry room

Explore the area

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242 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Cannery Row
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Balcony, Harbour View (Ocean)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(31 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Cannery Row)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Harbour View (Ocean)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(155 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, Accessible, Balcony

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Oceanfront (Fireplace)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Oceanfront (Fireplace, Accessible, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Monterey

With a stay at Monterey Bay Inn, you'll be centrally located in Monterey, steps from Cannery Row and 8 minutes by foot from Monterey Bay. .This beach hotel is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Fisherman's Wharf.

What's nearby

  • Cannery Row - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monterey Convention Center - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 11 min walk
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Harvest Fish Market - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Wave Street Café - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪El Torito - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Tipsy Putt - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Bulldog Pub - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Monterey Bay Inn

On beach with 2 hot tubs for sandy fun near Monterey Bay Aquarium
Monterey Bay Inn offers 49 accommodations with DVD players and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 47-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Monterey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and laptop-compatible safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

2 hot tubs are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Make yourself at home in one of the 49 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and LCD televisions. Your bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Satellite programming and DVD players are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Dip into one of the 2 hot tubs or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Take advantage of the hotel's room service. A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Monterey? This hotel has 420 square feet (39 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning between 7 AM and 10 AM.
Room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Parking on site (USD 28.25 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7 AM to 10 AM

Things to do

  • 2 hot tubs
  • Bicycle rentals

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • 420 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 47-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 28.25 per night (in/out privileges)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Monterey Bay Inn
Monterey Bay Hotel Monterey
Monterey Bay Inn Hotel
Monterey Bay Inn Monterey
Monterey Bay Inn Hotel Monterey

Monterey Bay Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 744 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 1016 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1016 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were friendly and helpful, room was clean, and the hotel was in a great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Breakfast service to room, friendly staff, hot tub on top floor was perfect temperature with great views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Margo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and the room clean. View was fine. A bit pricey for the age of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charmaine, Fontana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Breakfast is room service everyday, which is nice. Another thing that made me super delighted of my stay in Monterey Bay Inn is their superb customer service and their genuine care for their guests. We went there for my birthday. I did not tell the Front Desk, she noticed it because she was paying attention to the card that I handed her. I got a nice bottle of champagne complimentary from the hotel. It was beautiful. It made my birthday extra special. I wish to thank the hotel's Front Desk personnel for making all these possible.
I paid for a Cannery Row view but got a partial Ocean View without needing to upgrade.
View from the balcony of Room 302.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Manolis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cost of stay does not reflect the quality of the hotel. Lacking in modernity, cleanliness, and quality. Location is wonderful, the ocean view is not worth the upgrade. There is a nice hot tub with lookout/view on fourth floor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trista

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot to book for visiting Monterey!

Great room right on the water, loved that the front desk mentioned that we would need a sofa bed for our son and talked about the upgrade. It ended up being the best! We are very pleased with our stay and hope to be able to come back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Giovanni, Lemoore

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fix the issue with connecting your phone to the TV. Fixing the AC in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Viviana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home

Only place I stay when visiting Monterey, my daughter and myself having been staying here for years and they remember us every time. Very friendly.
Perfect view from Room
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Parking was nice because it was underneath the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sanela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher and Clarisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Loved it here

Wet nice, clean, comfortable, convenient location and friendly. Amazing place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

hamid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location and amazing stay. We will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Preston

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was an amazing stay in Monterey. The service was top tier and there were so many little amenities that were great. Loved the breakfast service and of course the location is wonderful. Great sights and walkable to many restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful view!!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Reid

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
First rate staff, excellent complementary breakfast brought to the room at requested time. Rooftop hot tub with great view was an unexpected pleasure. Cannot think of a more convenient location. Five stars and kudos to the staff, from management to desk to food service and housekeeping, well done. 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Derek

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dylan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025