Near Monterey Bay Aquarium, Wave Street Inn offers a warm welcome with in-room WiFi and a charming terrace. Unwind by the ocean views or take advantage of luggage storage and concierge services.
San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
Fisherman's Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Lovers Point - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 15 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 40 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 42 min drive
Monterey Station - 6 min walk
Salinas Station - 27 min drive
Restaurants
Gianni's Pizza - 5 min walk
Sea Harvest Fish Market - 1 min walk
Wave Street Café - 2 min walk
The Sardine Factory - 3 min walk
Troya Turkish Delight And Baklava - 3 min walk
About this property
Wave Street Inn
When you stay at Wave Street Inn, you'll be in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Free WiFi is an added perk, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby scuba diving. Also, San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater and American Tin Cannery are within just a 10-minute walk. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location.
At a glance
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Hotel size
32 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite self parking (USD 19.21 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Terrace
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch TV
Premium cable channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Coffee/tea maker
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Free crib/infant bed
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe (laptop compatible)
Access via exterior corridors
Uses some LED lighting
Fees & policies
Parking
Self parking costs USD 19.21 per night
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
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
Otter Inn Monterey
Otter Inn
Otter Monterey
Otter Hotel Monterey
Wave Street Inn Monterey
Wave Street Monterey
Wave Street
Wave Street Inn Hotel
Wave Street Inn Monterey
Wave Street Inn Hotel Monterey
Frequently asked questions
Does Wave Street Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Wave Street Inn 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 Wave Street Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Wave Street Inn?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 19.21 per night.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Wave Street Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Wave Street Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and scuba diving.
What's the area around Wave Street Inn like?
Wave Street Inn is a short 6-minute walk from Monterey Station and 8 minutes' walk from Monterey Bay Aquarium. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
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Reviews
Wave Street Inn Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4
Cleanliness
8.4
Amenities
9.6
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
The hotel is a short 5-10 minute walk from the beach and offers convenient access to the beach. (3 reviews)
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Popular mentions
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Bed
Parking
Restaurant
Aquariums
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2026
very friendly service easy to get to from street would 100 percent stay here next time i come
Raymond
Raymond, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2026
Great staff and place
Kyle
Kyle, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 13, 2026
The room was incredibly clean, and the location was absolutely ideal! We will definitely be back.
Allyson
Allyson, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 1, 2026
Excellent location. Close to several sites and restaurants. Although not a "budget hotel," it is reasonably priced, unlike some others nearby.
SAMUEL
SAMUEL, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 28, 2026
Staff was wonderful and nice. Property well kept .
Shawn
Shawn, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2026
The property was located right in Cannery Row making it very convenient for walking. The room was clean, bed was comfortable, and I appreciated the little coffee machine. The only drawbacks were thin walls, loud birds early in the morning, and limited “extras” (no hair conditioner, few towels, only one day supply of coffee, etc.)
Adena
Adena, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 13, 2026
Nice people, great location and amenities, clean room.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 6, 2026
Great check in staff, great walking location to shops, restaurants and other attractions.
alicia
alicia, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 15, 2026
Staff was extremely friendly, room was spotless, beautiful view. Thank you so much for our stay, will definitely be coming back!
Javier Alejandro
Javier Alejandro, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 8, 2026
Hotel and room clean and had all required amenities. Ideal location just a short walk to the wharf and aquarium. Good parking facilities and helpful staff.
Anne-Marie
Anne-Marie, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 4, 2026
Staff was super nice, ample parking, walking distance to Cannery Row. We would definitely stay there again.
Imran
Imran, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 14, 2026
Very good room and love how it was close to the aquarium if your looking for something close to it and a lot of places to shop and eat
Melissa
Melissa, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2026
The staff was awesome- warm, friendly and helpful. The location is great and the room was very comfortable and spotless to boot. The gas fire pits and noon check out cap it off as a new favorite of mine. Will definitely stay there again on my next Monterey trip.
Christian
Christian, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 25, 2026
Wish there was food and drinks available on site, but they do give you a baggie with snack goodies. Parking is tight, and 20 dollars a day. Room was clean and location was great!
Lanna
Lanna, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Dec 6, 2025
Excellent location, close to many shops and restaurants.
Sandra
Sandra, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2026
Very strategic location, very clean, it is recommended..
Dikdik
Dikdik, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 31, 2026
Nearby to everything. Across the street through a parking lot is Wave Street Cafe. Fabulous food and staff. Short walking distance to Cannery Row shops/restaurants, and the Aquarium. Convenient 24 hour CVS and other shops and restaurants within a block. Short drive to the wharves and beaches.
The staff is wonderful, helpful. Carol at the front desk is a joy, very welcoming. Topping off the evening with some wine by the fire pits is so relaxing. We will definitely revisit.
David
David, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 17, 2026
Downtown steps away. Great location.
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 11, 2026
Nice place and centrally located and at the right price point. Fire pits were a nice touch. Thank you.
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2025
Clean room, helpful staff, great location near shops and restaurants.
Patricia
Patricia, 5-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 11, 2025
My husband and I stayed there for our anniversary. Staff were wonderful, check in was easy, locations was great and room was great as well. We will definitely be staying there again.
Luisa
Luisa, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Jan 21, 2026
The shower and water pressure was amazing. Everyone was friendly and accommodating
John
John, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Feb 13, 2026
Staff was friendly, well located. Rooms were ok, oudated and some weird decisions made for decor. Cleanliness was ok.