Step into Inn By the Bay Monterey, where charm meets convenience near Fisherman's Wharf. Stroll through the garden, connect to in-room WiFi, and recharge at the electric car charging station. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.
Reviews
7.67.6 out of 10
Good
Popular amenities
Non-smoking
Free parking
Free WiFi
Main amenities (8)
Daily housekeeping
Near the beach
Terrace
Garden
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Limited hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home (6)
Microwave
Private bathroom
Premium TV channels
Garden
Terrace
Daily housekeeping
Room options
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Pet Friendly Room with One King Bed (2 pets only)
7.47.4 out of 10
Good
9 reviews
(9 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, Two Queen Beds (No Pets)
8.28.2 out of 10
Very good
15 reviews
(15 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)
8.48.4 out of 10
Very good
47 reviews
(47 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed
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Pet Friendly Room with Two Queen Beds
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/tub combination
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Standard Room with One King & One Twin Bed (No Pets)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 31 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 32 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 112 min drive
Monterey Station - 11 min drive
Salinas Station - 24 min drive
Restaurants
Alvarado Street Brewery - 10 min walk
Peet's Coffee & Tea - 7 min walk
Turn 12 - 10 min walk
Revival Ice Cream - 9 min walk
Captain + Stoker - 11 min walk
About this property
Inn By the Bay Monterey
Inn By the Bay Monterey puts you just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails, scuba diving, and snorkeling. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say good things about the helpful staff and location.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
26 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Pets must be supervised
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Sailing nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Laundry service
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Picnic area
Terrace
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
Local artist showcase
Double-glazed windows
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
Comprehensive food waste policy
Comprehensive recycling policy
No plastic soda bottles
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups only
Reusable tableware only
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch flat-screen TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Alarm clock
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Eco-friendly toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Eco-friendly toiletries
Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
LED light bulbs
Recycling
Water-efficient showers only
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay
Optional extras
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 15 (subject to availability)
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 15 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per pet, per day
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Also known as
El Adobe Inn
El Adobe Inn Monterey
El Adobe Monterey
Inn Bay Monterey
El Adobe Hotel Monterey
El Adobe Motel
Inn By the Bay Monterey Motel
Inn By the Bay Monterey Monterey
Inn By the Bay Monterey Motel Monterey
Frequently asked questions
Does Inn By the Bay Monterey offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Inn By the Bay Monterey does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Inn By the Bay Monterey?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 45 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Inn By the Bay Monterey?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Inn By the Bay Monterey?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. There's a charge of USD 15 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 15 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Inn By the Bay Monterey and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Enjoy amenities like a picnic area and a garden.
What's the area around Inn By the Bay Monterey like?
Inn By the Bay Monterey is in Monterey Vista, a short 5-minute drive from Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) and 16 minutes' walk from Fisherman's Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Inn By the Bay Monterey Reviews
Reviews
7.6
Good
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8.0/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.6/10
Amenities
7.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Bed
Service staff
Location
Parking
Bathroom
Shower
Downtown
Children
Refrigerator
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2025
Room was nice and clean amazing shower/bathroom
Raul
Raul, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jun 8, 2025
Not worth the price until they get staffed proper.
Honestly our room was dirty to where I brought our own chemicals and cleaned the restrooms. The floor was dirty don’t worry I’ll show pictures the only thing I can say is it’s pet friendly and the bed was comfortable.
Vicente
Vicente, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2025
Recommend
Had a nice stay, everything was clean and tidy.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 21, 2025
Nice rooms spacious love it here
Judith
Judith, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2024
Staff was super friendly, rooms were clean, would stay here again!
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 5, 2025
Clean, quiet, affordable and walkable
Tory
Tory, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 9, 2025
Convenient location
Maria
Maria, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 17, 2025
Hotel room appliances were a bit dated, but otherwise was a clean and pleasant experience. Very well priced. Overall glad with how it turned out.
Eduardo
Eduardo, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
The closeness of the beach to the property.
Micheline
Micheline, 3-night trip
8/10 Very good
Oct 21, 2024
Easy to find and some great pizza just down the street walking distance.
LORI
LORI, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 8, 2025
Clean and as expected. Great bed and bathroom.
Adam
Adam, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 16, 2024
Nice area, quiet and close to reataurants and monterey downtown and beach.
rigoberto
rigoberto, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 9, 2024
Nice and quiet even though off a main street
Trina
Trina, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 6, 2024
we love the stays at Inn By The Bay friendly staff and the most important to us its that is pet friendly.
Zayda
Zayda, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 15, 2024
Love this place
Mario
Mario, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 18, 2024
We love Monterey . We have stayed here 2 times and it was perfect . Cleaned and beautiful rooms .
Fausto
Fausto, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 1, 2024
Laguna Seca Stay
Nice overnight stay before Laguna Seca Indycar event
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 16, 2024
Great property. Newly refurbished rooms, very clean & modern. Perfect location to walk to Fishermans Warf & downtown. Staff very friendly. Perfect price point! Thanks for the stay!
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2024
Easy, clean and friendly
Staff was nice and helpful. Room was clean and good for my dog. Parking lot was secure so I felt comfortable leaving kayaks on the roof overnight.
Bradley
Bradley, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 24, 2024
Loved everything. Location is close to downtown
Galit
Galit, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2024
Nice apartment to have a good time in Monterey.
Dominic
Dominic, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 17, 2024
one of the best places I've stayed! amazing price for an even better stay, i highly recommend! the room was clean, very modern/chic, and had great amenities
Gabrielle
8/10 Very good
Aug 28, 2023
Enjoyed our stay. Convenient location and close enough to walk to most things
Jepson
Jepson, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 26, 2023
Very nice, affordable, clean and comfortable hotel. It was also a safe easy walk to downtown and Fisherman’s Wharf.