The Monterey Hotel, Monterey

The Monterey Hotel - A historic Victorian-inspired boutique hotel with modern amenities near downtown attractions

The Monterey Hotel offers 69 guest rooms and suites blending Victorian-era charm with contemporary comforts, including hand-carved wood furnishings, ceiling fans, and plantation shutters. Select rooms feature fireplaces, bay views, or ADA-compliant amenities like roll-in showers. A continental breakfast is available each morning at The Monterey Hotel, with nearby dining options including Alvarado Street Brewery and Rosine’s Restaurant. The hotel provides free high-speed Wi-Fi, a business center, and two meeting rooms for events. Located on Alvarado Street, it is within walking distance of the Monterey Conference Center, Monterey Museum of Art (0.5 miles), and Old Fisherman’s Wharf. The Monterey Bay Aquarium is 1 mile away, and the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail is accessible 0.3 miles from the property. Pet-friendly rooms are available upon request.

Pros

The historic Victorian design includes hand-carved wood furnishings and ceiling fans in all rooms.

Prime downtown location within walking distance of Cannery Row, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and local restaurants.

Pet-friendly accommodations available for guests traveling with dogs.

Complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and a business center cater to work-related needs.

Two on-site meeting rooms (688 sq ft and 454 sq ft) with audiovisual equipment for events.

Cons

No air conditioning due to the building’s historic structure; fans are provided instead.

Some rooms may experience occasional street noise from the bustling downtown area.