Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
City-center motel within easy reach of Monterey Bay

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom sink
Experience the laid-back vibe at Monterey Surf Inn, a motel near Monterey Bay. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, coffee and tea in the lobby, concierge services for planning your day out. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff and proximity to shopping.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Premium bedding
The current price is CNY456
CNY526 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 6 - Oct 7

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(141 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2014
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.0 out of 10
Good
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2014
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
Premium bedding
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Munras Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Cannery Row - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Carmel Beach - 6 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 5 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 33 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 11 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill Del Monte - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Monterey Surf Inn

At Monterey Surf Inn, you'll be just a 5-minute drive from 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay. Freebies like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby hiking/biking trails and snorkeling. Also, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are just a 5-minute drive away. Fellow travelers love the comfortable beds and helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 27 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi (speed: 50+ Mbps) and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free daily reception

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 50-inch TV
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi (speed of 50+ Mbps) and free wired internet
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
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, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche

Also known as

Monterey Surf
Monterey Surf Inn
Surf Inn Monterey
Surf Monterey
Monterey Surf Hotel Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel
Monterey Surf Inn Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Monterey Surf Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Monterey Surf Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Monterey Surf Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Monterey Surf Inn and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like fishing, hiking, and horseback riding.

What's the area around Monterey Surf Inn like?

Monterey Surf Inn is in Monterey Vista, a short 5-minute drive from Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) and 19 minutes' walk from Monterey Convention Center. Travelers say that the motel is in a great location.

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Reviews

Monterey Surf Inn Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

7.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property is located near various dining options and offers convenient delivery services. (4 reviews)
  • The property is conveniently located near pebble beach. (3 reviews)
  • The air conditioning worked well and was a comfortable temperature. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Go to place to stay

This is my goto place to stay when i head down to Monterey. I come down to dive and very relaxing to stay here.
Brian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

LOVED THIS PLACE

Liked everything about the place. Super comfy, great location and Mike who checked me in sent me to Kona's for dinner and it was amazing! Will stay here every time in town!
Frank, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay for the cost

Rooms were clean. Beds are comfortable. Shower head could be a little stronger, but overall we will be returning!!👍
Joe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing stay

My fiance and i stayed here. And let me tell you we had an amazing time. Staff are very friendly rooms are clean parking was great 100 percent will come back. Thank you.
Fernando, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great
Ottavio, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean

Nice hotel. Simple. Renovated. Clean.
Vanessa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quite and comfortable place to stay
Dmytro, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It's very clean, modern and in a convenient location.
Olivia, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasant little hotel

Small and good location hotel, service was good, it was very pleasant to stay there, the only thing not good was the door of the bathroom was very hard to close.
Bitmer, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nicely renovated motor inn. Basic amenities—nothing fancy, just a nice, quiet, safe and comfortable place to stay.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Location was excellent
Maria, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good Motel to stay in Montreal
Hari, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice place. Clean and nicely set up and a very reasonable price. Nice outdoor and landscaping seating outside the rooms.
Heidi, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good stay

No coffee machine in room, no wall art window closed shut, can’t open z
Bill, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable stay

Comfortable bed, clean room, coffee and tea in office not in room. Nice upgrades. Basic necessities. Enjoyed our stay.
Rose, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice decent place to stay while in monterey. Not too far from the aquarium. Me and my family enjoy our stay there. Close to everything!
Pa Dee, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The property was very clean.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay while in Monterey. Near everything and also nicely kept. I would definitely stay there again.
Lindsey, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location (good) Basic room but comfortable bed. This place is great for the price. Check-in was quick and efficient.
Bryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean place, easy to find parking. Very quiet, very peaceful staying. I also appreciate they have a good variety of hot drinks in the office for free.
Jimmy, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Area is super safe and nice. The rooms are clean and modern. I absolutely loved my stay here. This is my favorite stay on a two week road trip. Super affordable and relaxing. Highly recommend
Lily, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super friendly and clean.
Tiffany, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

friendly staff, reasonable priced facility
Ozlem, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We loved it so much we stayed another night. The parking was a little weird but plentiful.
Donna, 1-night trip