The two-pearl Comfort Inn Monterey Bay sits between the Naval Postgraduate School and the airport. It’s ideal for those with a car, as the beach, aquarium, and Cannery Row are about a 15-minute drive away. The 47 rooms are pleasant and come with mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, though the carpets could use replacing and some rooms suffer from some airport traffic noise. Amenities are few, but free, and include a buffet breakfast with waffles, parking, and Wi-Fi. Guests looking for something closer to the beach may consider Monterey Bay Lodge, which also has a pool and a hot tub.
The two-pearl Comfort Inn Monterey Bay sits between the Naval Postgraduate School and the airport. It’s ideal for those with a car, as the beach, aquarium, and Cannery Row are about a 15-minute drive away. The 47 rooms are pleasant and come with mini-fridges, microwaves, and coffeemakers, though the carpets could use replacing and some rooms suffer from some airport traffic noise. Amenities are few, but free, and include a buffet breakfast with waffles, parking, and Wi-Fi. Guests looking for something closer to the beach may consider Monterey Bay Lodge, which also has a pool and a hot tub.
Lone Oak Lodge is a roadside budget motel with a friendly vibe and better rooms and features than most properties in its class. Located a short drive from the regional airport and town, the property is convenient for travelers and divers looking to explore the beautiful coast. The 46 clean, well-maintained rooms have coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves; some rooms have hot tubs and/or fireplaces. Features include an indoor hot tub and a sauna, a small fitness room, and an outdoor patio with barbecue grills. There are also an electric-car charging station and a washing station for divers and surfers. Wi-Fi is free but slow and there's no restaurant or breakfast service. Travelers may want to compare rates at Americas Best Value Stage Coach Lodge, a similarly well-maintained budget property with a free continental breakfast.
Lone Oak Lodge is a roadside budget motel with a friendly vibe and better rooms and features than most properties in its class. Located a short drive from the regional airport and town, the property is convenient for travelers and divers looking to explore the beautiful coast. The 46 clean, well-maintained rooms have coffeemakers, mini-fridges, and microwaves; some rooms have hot tubs and/or fireplaces. Features include an indoor hot tub and a sauna, a small fitness room, and an outdoor patio with barbecue grills. There are also an electric-car charging station and a washing station for divers and surfers. Wi-Fi is free but slow and there's no restaurant or breakfast service. Travelers may want to compare rates at Americas Best Value Stage Coach Lodge, a similarly well-maintained budget property with a free continental breakfast.
The 93-room Hotel Abrego's style lies in the nice middle ground between "family casual" and "acceptably business chic." The spacious guest rooms are painted in muted earth tones and come complete with flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, iPod docks and comfortable bedding. The hotel's fantastic location within walking distance of the beach, downtown, and Fisherman's Wharf is a clear perk.
The 93-room Hotel Abrego's style lies in the nice middle ground between "family casual" and "acceptably business chic." The spacious guest rooms are painted in muted earth tones and come complete with flat-screen TVs, fireplaces, iPod docks and comfortable bedding. The hotel's fantastic location within walking distance of the beach, downtown, and Fisherman's Wharf is a clear perk.
The 18-room Inn at Del Monte Beach doesn't look like much upon arrival -- located on a busy street between a McDonald's and a tattoo parlor, the hotel appears a bit run-down, and the hodge-podge of vintage furniture in the lobby may take some getting used to. But if you can look past the surface, the hotel has a warm feel with a cozy lobby bar, a delicious free breakfast, and an ocean-view rooftop deck where the free cocktail hour sometimes takes place. All rooms have a slightly differently look (and some are more in need of updates than others) and feature flat-screen TVs and fireplaces.
The 18-room Inn at Del Monte Beach doesn't look like much upon arrival -- located on a busy street between a McDonald's and a tattoo parlor, the hotel appears a bit run-down, and the hodge-podge of vintage furniture in the lobby may take some getting used to. But if you can look past the surface, the hotel has a warm feel with a cozy lobby bar, a delicious free breakfast, and an ocean-view rooftop deck where the free cocktail hour sometimes takes place. All rooms have a slightly differently look (and some are more in need of updates than others) and feature flat-screen TVs and fireplaces.
This 319-room hotel is centrally located in Downtown Monterey, connected via sky-bridge to the Convention Center and a few blocks from Fisherman’s Wharf. The airy rooms are less generic than what one would expect from a mid-range chain hotel, but some could use an update. It is a perfectly adequate hotel, but guests might feel nickel-and-dimed (there are fees for Wi-Fi and valet parking), and it is certainly a bit pricey for what it offers: a decent-size pool, a nice fitness center, and a couple standard dining options on-site. Book a room on the top floors for better views and more light.
This 319-room hotel is centrally located in Downtown Monterey, connected via sky-bridge to the Convention Center and a few blocks from Fisherman’s Wharf. The airy rooms are less generic than what one would expect from a mid-range chain hotel, but some could use an update. It is a perfectly adequate hotel, but guests might feel nickel-and-dimed (there are fees for Wi-Fi and valet parking), and it is certainly a bit pricey for what it offers: a decent-size pool, a nice fitness center, and a couple standard dining options on-site. Book a room on the top floors for better views and more light.
The 290-room Monterey Plaza is as close to the ocean as it gets: Built on pillars above the water, it offers an ocean experience like few other hotels in the area do. From the gorgeous views from the spa and the fitness center, to the wonderful outdoor seating in both on-site restaurants, the property blends with the sea in every possible way. The upscale rooms have the elegant, classic decor and modern amenities that you might expect to find in a hotel at this price point -- but bathrooms, though nice, are slightly sub-par compared to the rest of the room, and the property lacks a pool.
The 290-room Monterey Plaza is as close to the ocean as it gets: Built on pillars above the water, it offers an ocean experience like few other hotels in the area do. From the gorgeous views from the spa and the fitness center, to the wonderful outdoor seating in both on-site restaurants, the property blends with the sea in every possible way. The upscale rooms have the elegant, classic decor and modern amenities that you might expect to find in a hotel at this price point -- but bathrooms, though nice, are slightly sub-par compared to the rest of the room, and the property lacks a pool.
An upper-middle-range, 45-room hotel, Spindrift Inn has a prime location on Cannery Row, right along the ocean and near several tourist sights. Pink-painted guest rooms, either facing Cannery Row or the water, have plush beds, feminine fabrics, and (in most) cozy wood-burning fireplaces. Though there's no on-site restaurant, the hotel delivers a continental breakfast to each room and there's a daily wine and cheese reception in the lobby. Rates are high due to the location, but it's a great option for a romantic getaway.
An upper-middle-range, 45-room hotel, Spindrift Inn has a prime location on Cannery Row, right along the ocean and near several tourist sights. Pink-painted guest rooms, either facing Cannery Row or the water, have plush beds, feminine fabrics, and (in most) cozy wood-burning fireplaces. Though there's no on-site restaurant, the hotel delivers a continental breakfast to each room and there's a daily wine and cheese reception in the lobby. Rates are high due to the location, but it's a great option for a romantic getaway.
This mid-range 70-room hotel is located in a prime area for exploring Monterey, as it's a short five-minute walk from Cannery Row. It's not your average Best Western: Rooms are outfitted in Victorian-inspired furnishings, and have gas-lit fireplaces, in addition to large flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Some rooms have balconies and vaulted wood ceilings. Amenities are few, but a daily wine and cheese reception and generous free breakfast add value. For a cozy option right on Cannery Row, consider the oceanside Spindrift Inn instead, though rates will be higher due to the location.
This mid-range 70-room hotel is located in a prime area for exploring Monterey, as it's a short five-minute walk from Cannery Row. It's not your average Best Western: Rooms are outfitted in Victorian-inspired furnishings, and have gas-lit fireplaces, in addition to large flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, and mini-fridges. Some rooms have balconies and vaulted wood ceilings. Amenities are few, but a daily wine and cheese reception and generous free breakfast add value. For a cozy option right on Cannery Row, consider the oceanside Spindrift Inn instead, though rates will be higher due to the location.
Situated a five-minute drive from Monterey's main attractions like Cannery Row, the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa is a three-and-a-half pearl with lots of Spanish flare. The 163 rooms feature warm decor and nice amenities such as Keurig coffeemakers and flat-screen TVs, and many come with gas fireplaces. Features aren't too shabby, either, with an outdoor pool, a spa with a garden hot tub area, and a fitness center, not to mention a paella and seafood spot, Esteban Restaurant, though it's only open for breakfast and dinner. Overall, the only real downside is the property's location is about a 15-minute drive from Fisherman's Wharf. Travelers looking to be closer to the action should consider the ocean-facing Monterey Bay Inn instead.
Situated a five-minute drive from Monterey's main attractions like Cannery Row, the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa is a three-and-a-half pearl with lots of Spanish flare. The 163 rooms feature warm decor and nice amenities such as Keurig coffeemakers and flat-screen TVs, and many come with gas fireplaces. Features aren't too shabby, either, with an outdoor pool, a spa with a garden hot tub area, and a fitness center, not to mention a paella and seafood spot, Esteban Restaurant, though it's only open for breakfast and dinner. Overall, the only real downside is the property's location is about a 15-minute drive from Fisherman's Wharf. Travelers looking to be closer to the action should consider the ocean-facing Monterey Bay Inn instead.
Boasting some of the best views in the area (that can be seen from most of the balconies off each room), the Monteray Bay Inn is a popular choice for tourists looking for a calm waterfront hotel not too far from the action. Located on a quiet end of Cannery Row, the inn is within walking distance of most of the area's attractions, including Old Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. There are 49 clean and simple rooms, some with ocean views (choose the panoramic ocean front rooms for the best), and an in-room continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi come standard. While repeat visitors enjoy the inn-like vibe, some have complained of the rates being too high for a property lacking amenities like a full restaurant or gym.
Boasting some of the best views in the area (that can be seen from most of the balconies off each room), the Monteray Bay Inn is a popular choice for tourists looking for a calm waterfront hotel not too far from the action. Located on a quiet end of Cannery Row, the inn is within walking distance of most of the area's attractions, including Old Fisherman's Wharf and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. There are 49 clean and simple rooms, some with ocean views (choose the panoramic ocean front rooms for the best), and an in-room continental breakfast and free Wi-Fi come standard. While repeat visitors enjoy the inn-like vibe, some have complained of the rates being too high for a property lacking amenities like a full restaurant or gym.