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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Motel with indoor pool, near Fisherman's Wharf

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Relax in the heart of Monterey Bay at El Castell Motel, where guests rave about the indoor pool and helpful staff. Unwind with a dip in the pool or catch some sun on a lounger, then stay connected with free WiFi and enjoy extended parking.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking

Main amenities (7)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Near the beach
  • Indoor pool
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(98 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(117 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • North Fremont Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Monterey Pines Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Del Monte Beach - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Naval Postgraduate School - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 2 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 31 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬12 min walk

About this property

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel puts you just a 5-minute drive from 17-Mile Drive and Fisherman's Wharf. Guests can enjoy the indoor pool, and hiking/biking trails, kayaking, and scuba diving are nearby. Also, Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are within a short drive. The pool and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 52 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
    • You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
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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
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Free onsite extended parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • An indoor pool
  • Heated pool

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free long-distance and local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Access via exterior corridors

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of USD 30 (subject to availability)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard

Also known as

Castell Motel
El Castell
El Castell Monterey
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El Castell Motel Monterey
El Castell Hotel Monterey
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Frequently asked questions

Does El Castell Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, El Castell Motel 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.

Is there a pool at El Castell Motel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool. Guests have pool access from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at El Castell Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at El Castell Motel?

Yes, there's free self and extended parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at El Castell Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge of USD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of USD 30 (subject to availability). Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at El Castell Motel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and kayaking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. El Castell Motel also has an indoor pool.

What's the area around El Castell Motel like?

El Castell Motel is in Casanova Oak Knoll, a short 2-minute drive from Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) and 4 minutes' walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds. Travelers love the motel's prime location.

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El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Room
Service staff
Bed
Location
Family friendly
Parking
Children
Bathroom
Refrigerator
Value

What guests liked

  • The pool was a major highlight, with many guests praising its temperature, cleanliness, and convenience. (105 reviews)
  • The property is close to many nearby restaurants and offers convenient dining options. (10 reviews)
  • The air conditioning was quiet, effective, and worked perfectly in each room. (8 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Very good

The room was clean, bed was comfortable. Location was quiet and this was an excellent choice to break my trip and get some rest in a safe area.
David, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good decent hotel. This time we got a room in the back and it was much quieter than the rooms closer to the street. Small room but just enough for an overnight stay. The room was clean and bed was comfy. Bathrooms came with hair dryer and amenities.
Yasmin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great stay.
matthew, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Spacious and clean room
Oliver, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great traditional motel

We stayed for a night, but would have been happy to stay more nights
Janice, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, would stay again
Samuel, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

No breakfast but clean and comfortable beds
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place for family. Affordable too.

Great place for family to stay. Our family has stayed here each time we visited Monterey.
Malia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Good value for the money. Old mattresses and bath tub, but again, for the price, it is tolerable
Roman, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The motel is in good location, very close to all the attractions and the airport. We enjoyed clean room and the comfortable bed.
ALINA, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly quiet and clean. Pool was heated as advertised. Lovely
Kimberly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff is friendly and helpful.
Lisa, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Safe and clean .
Fernando, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Short stay but nice and clean
Edwardo, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good motel in this area
Xuan Tu, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, quick check in.
Jimmy, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A great place to stay

Very nice, quiet and clean room. The staff was friendly and responsive. It is located within walking distance to downtown Monterey and Seaside and an uber ride to Monterey Airport.
Yvonne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great stay exactly what we were looking for!
tena, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

will definitely stay again
selina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good. Pricey for what you get. Location.
Gina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, great beds, clean, clean, clean, great price
Deanna, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Room was clean and fairly new. However, we were given the wrong room at check in; someone was already staying in the room. Pool was not heated and housekeeping was not an option during stay.
April, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hidden gem for the price especially for families. The only thing is there are no black out curtains so the light from the hallway shined into the room all night long.
Kristen, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Shower head could have been better
John, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice location. Close to 17 miles drive and lots of stores and restaurants nearby.
Kinnar, 1-night trip