242 Cannery Row, Monterey, California, United States | (618) 248-8274
Location on Cannery Row is a quick walk from shopping and restaurants
Outstanding water views for spotting sea life
Every room has a balcony; some have ocean views
Rooms are spacious with large flat-screen TVs and free Wi-Fo
Free in-room continental breakfast daily
Outdoor patio with a whirlpool and tables and chairs
Rooftop whirlpool overlooks the ocean
In-room massage services available
Small conference room and business center
Room decor is chain-like and bland for a boutique
Though near the action, some may prefer a hotel right in the heart of it
No on-site restaurant or gym
Fee for nearby parking
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.
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Scene
Minimalist and open, with an outdoorsy feel
Geared primarily towards couples exploring the coast, the Monterey Bay Inn features minimalist decor and few public gathering spaces. The hotel lobby, while simple in design, is far more attractive that the property's 1970s-style exterior would lead a person to believe it might be. Neutral and coastal hues and plantation-style furniture are the backdrop for the free coffee and lemon-infused water offered in the lobby. There's also an tranquil outdoor patio with tables, chairs, and a whirlpool, as well as a rooftop whirlpool with ocean views.
Location
On a quiet end of Cannery Row with direct access to San Carlos Beach
Located on a quiet part of Cannery Row but within a quick walk of the shops and restaurants the area offers, Monterey Bay Inn has a convenient location for tourists. It's well-situated for guests looking for a great view and wanting to be near the heart of thing,s but not surrounded by touristy shops and restaurants. Outdoor acitvities, including kayak rentals and the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreational Trail, are a very short walk from the inn, and the it's less than one mile from Old Fisherman's Wharf and the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium. The hotel offers direct access to San Carlos Beach.
Rooms
Forty-nine guest rooms with balconies, marble bathrooms, and free breakfast delivered each day.
The Inn takes full advantage of it's location on the beautiful, rocky Monterey Bay by offering a balcony in each guest room. Views vary from the 49 rooms, but for the most dramatic ocean views, the Panoramic Ocean Front Rooms are hard to beat. Every room features marble and granite bathrooms, and free breakfast is delivered each morning. 47-inch flat screen TVs and free Wi-Fi are standard, as are in-room coffee makers, hair dryers, and binoculars for wildlife spotting. Decor is neutral in both color and style with white bedding, beige walls, and little artwork of note.
Features
Daily, in-room continental breakfast is a favorite guest amenity.
Monterey Bay Inn's stand-out feature is the views it offers, and the hotel has tried to maximize guest enjoyment of those with a balcony in every room and a rooftop whirlpool. The balconies are a great place to enjoy the free in-room continental breakfast served on fine china each day and is a favorite amenity of hotel guests. The hotel has no spa, but does offer in-room massages. There's free Wi-Fi, a business center, and an adjacent parking facility for an additional fee. There's no gym or full restaurant.
