55 Camino Aguajito, Monterey, California, United States | (727) 241-5756
Within walking distance of the beach and located next
to a restaurant
Homey rooms have microwaves,
mini-fridges, and free bottled water
Some rooms have fireplaces, whirlpools, or patios
Outdoor heated pool and hot tub
Business center with a laptop and printer
Free Wi-Fi and on-site parking
No air-conditioning in rooms
Complaints about in-room smells and the state of pet-friendly
rooms
A heated outdoor pool and hot tub are guest favorites at the Monterey Bay Lodge, a pleasant value motel that sits across from a small lake and park and is a three-minute walk
to the beach. Other amenities offered include a business center and free Wi-Fi. The 46 rooms feature simple, homey decor and include microwaves, mini-fridges, and free
bottled water, plus some have patios. King Rooms have the option of a
fireplace and a whirlpool, while Family Suites include a separate room with
bunk beds. The rooms don’t have air-conditioning, however, and there’s no on-site dining option, though there’s a restaurant next door. Travelers might also want to consider the
contemporary Hotel Abrego, which is closer to downtown Monterey and has an
on-site restaurant.
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Scene
Charming motel that caters to couples and families
The Monterey Bay Lodge is a charming property made up of
motel-style buildings that have gray siding and white trim. Buildings surround
the hotel’s pool, and the grounds feature lovely areas with green grass, trees, and flowers. The lobby has a
homey vibe with a soft blue color scheme that includes blue couches and plush
chairs providing seating near a wooden fireplace. Boat-themed art pieces hang on the yellow walls and behind the wooden
reception desk. Guests are mostly couples, though families stay here too and
can be seen congregating at the pool area or exploring the nearby beach or park
across the street.
Location
Within walking distance of the beach, parks, and downtown Monterey
The hotel is a three-minute walk from the
beach and the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail. Across the road from the hotel is El
Estero Lake and Park Complex and Dennis the Maniac Park. There aren’t a lot of
dining or shopping options on surrounding streets, however Fisherman’s Wharf,
a pier with shops and restaurants, is a six-minute drive or a 17-minute
walk. Downtown Monterey takes 14 minutes to reach on foot. It's a seven-minute drive to Cannery Row, an area with
local shops, nightlife, restaurants, beach activities, and the Monterey Bay
Aquarium. Monterey Regional Airport is a seven-minute drive from the hotel.
Rooms
Homey rooms with microwaves and mini-fridges, but no air-conditioning; some have patios
Much like the lobby, rooms feature homey blue decor that includes blue bedding, floral pillow cases, striped curtains, and blue carpet that's paired with pale yellow walls and dark wooden furniture. A few boat-themed prints hang on the walls. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, coffeemakers, microwaves, mini-fridges, and free
bottles of water. Family Suites are available and have small, separate
rooms with bunk beds, flat-screen TVs, DVD players, and PlayStation2s. Some King Rooms
include fireplaces, while others also have large whirlpools next to the beds. Some rooms also include patios furnished with chairs and a table. In most rooms, bathroom sinks are
separate from the shower/tub combos, providing guests with ample
room and counter space, plus hairdryers and magnifying mirrors. However, King Room
bathrooms differ in that sinks are in the bathrooms, but there’s less counter
space, and there's only showers (no tubs). Complaints have been made about the lack of air-conditioning and smells, while some guests traveling with pets also remark that they receive dated and less clean rooms.
Features
Outdoor heated pool, hot tub, free Wi-Fi, and a restaurant next door
An outdoor heated pool with a fountain and a hot tub
are the highlights of the Monterey Bay Lodge. Loungers and tables and chairs and
tables under sun umbrellas give spots to relax. Guests can make use of a business
center in the lobby that has a laptop and printer. On-site parking and Wi-Fi
throughout the hotel are free. Though there are no dining options on-site, the next door Bay Cafe serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and the front desk often offers vouchers.
