With a stay at Stargazer Inn and Suites in Monterey (Monterey Vista), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and 17-Mile Drive. .This motel is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium and 1.6 mi (2.5 km) from Cannery Row.
Stargazer Inn and Suites offers 52 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 55-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Guests have access to shared bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.
Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 52 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. 55-inch Smart televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, as well as phones with free local calls.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as an indoor pool or take in the view from a terrace.
Featured amenities include express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Things to do
Heated pool
Indoor pool
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Guest services
Housekeeping (daily)
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
No lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
More
1 building
2 floors
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shared bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
55-inch smart TV with cable channels
Netflix
Streaming services
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Desk
Free local calls
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Renovations and closures
The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 10 2025 to November 20 2025 (dates subject to change):
Swimming pool
Access methods
Access code, staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Deposit: USD 200.00 per accommodation, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Property is also known as
Clarion Hotel Monterey
Clarion Monterey
Monterey Clarion Hotel
Monterey Clarion
Stargazer Inn Monterey
Stargazer Inn
Stargazer Monterey
Stargazer Inn Suites
Stargazer Inn and Suites Motel
Stargazer Inn and Suites Monterey
Stargazer Inn and Suites Motel Monterey
Stargazer Inn and Suites Reviews
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
We were given pet friendly room and it stink so bad to the point we had to get another room. We were told that it was out fault for not making it known that we wouldn’t want that room even though the room we booked was obliously not
We traveled with family and little kids. We picked this location for the pool and hot tub. We booked a one bedroom so that the kids could nap in peace while we watched TV. The room is spacious with fridge and microwave. It's a 10 minute drive to the aquarium. I recommend this place.
Vanessa
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Jeff
Travelled with family
28 Jul 2025
Jeff
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Ken
28 Jul 2025
Ken
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Verified traveller
Travelled with family
28 Jul 2025
TV did not work in bedroom. After being serviced it worked for about 5 minutes after the maintenance guy left. The room does not have independent temp control. I like my room cool and it was a warm weekend and had no way to cool down room aside from slider open and it was not enough. Beds are very springy, pillows were very nice tho. Parking is tight but not ridiculous. It’s an old place that has been somewhat updated. It’s not bad but I will pay the little xtra for Hilton (I’ve stayed before )next time. Enclosed is a photo of our view of the bay which is better than nothing. There was nothing about the hotel that made me want to take any pictures good or bad.
Even though they were sold out, and had a little issue with parking due to street parking being prevented by construction activity, we ended up having a spot each night and it was nice.
This property is not walkable to fisherman's wharf, but unless you can't walk very far. You could easily do downtown by foot. Is also a trader Joe's and some restaurants within walking distance. The pool and jacuzzi were nice and the staff was very helpful. It's not a snazzy place, but very adequate and I would definitely stay there again
We only stayed a night, but the room was well kept. The room was dated, but clean and kept my fanily of 5 together in one room which we loved.
Claudia
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Alicia
Travelled with family
25 Jul 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There isn't very good sound insulation so when other people are talking/moving around you can hear everything. The room was pretty small. The pool/hot tub were nice. Overall everything was okay, no major complaints.
Nice property! Overall a really good stay with easy check in and a nice, clean room. Only thing is that I wish the pool was open later since there isn’t a life guard there anyways.