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.
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Pool
Laundry facilities
24/7 front desk
Non-smoking
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 curtains
Room options
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds
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115 reviews
(115 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
33 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
9.29.2 out of 10
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64 reviews
(64 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
23 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
6 reviews
(6 reviews)
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
28 sq m
Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds
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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds
Highlights
Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
33 sq m
Sleeps 8
2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds
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Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 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
In-N-Out Burger - 18 min walk
Starbucks - 14 min walk
Chili's Grill & Bar - 2 min drive
Black Bear Diner
Burger King - 15 min walk
About this property
El Castell Motel
El Castell Motel puts you a short five-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 travellers.
Languages
English, Hindi, Spanish
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: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in/out available
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions
An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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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 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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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
Free on-site self-parking
Free on-site extended parking
On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bike 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 worktop and 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 curtains
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Free long-distance and local calls
Food and drink
Fridge
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 20 (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 lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that 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
El Castell Motel Monterey
El Castell Motel
El Castell Monterey
El Castell Hotel Monterey
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El Castell Motel Motel Monterey
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 that you 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: midnight. There's a charge of USD 20 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at El Castell Motel and nearby?
Have fun with activities such as cycling, hiking and kayaking, and practise 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, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) and 4 minutes' walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds. Travellers love the motel's prime location.
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El Castell Motel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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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
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Service staff
Bed
Location
Family friendly
Parking
Children
Bathroom
Refrigerator
Value
What guests liked
The property is conveniently located near several beaches, making it an ideal spot for beachgoers. (6 reviews)
The air conditioning and heating systems worked perfectly and were quiet while running. (6 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
8 Aug 2025
great stay.
matthew
matthew, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
8 Aug 2025
Great location, staff is friendly and helpful.
Lisa
Lisa, 4-night trip
8/10 Good
12 Aug 2025
Good motel in this area
Xuan Tu
Xuan Tu, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
24 Jul 2025
Great location, great beds, clean, clean, clean, great price
Deanna
Deanna, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jul 2025
will definitely stay again
selina
selina, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
11 Jun 2025
Great stay exactly what we were looking for!
tena
tena, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Aug 2025
The rooms were very clean. We enjoyed our stay and would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Tim
Tim, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
7 Aug 2025
This was my first time staying here and I would definitely stay again! Room was the perfect size and very clean! The heated pool was nice as well!
Tabbytha
Tabbytha, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Jul 2025
Second time staying here.
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Aug 2025
Fun bungalow feel, next to attractions ,pool was a plus! So glad we were able to stay. Highly recommend
Kristy
Kristy, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
23 Jul 2025
Friendly Staff that makes you feel welcome and their Pool kept my kidos wanting to come back again.
Jesus
Jesus, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
3 Aug 2025
Good spot for the price
Martino
Martino, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
4 Aug 2025
The room was clean, beds were comfortable and the price was unbeatable. I would stay again 🤗
Jose A.
Jose A., 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
9 Aug 2025
Super clean modern rooms. Easy parking. Have stayed here a few times and would again.
JULIA
JULIA, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
13 Aug 2025
Very nice and quaint
Michael
Michael, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
16 Jun 2025
Clean nice place to stay
freckles
freckles, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
21 Jul 2025
Clean and they have friendly staff
Geneva
Geneva, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
15 Jul 2025
Very clean, nice staff.
debi
debi, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
6 Aug 2025
Pool was awesome!
Karen
Karen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
17 Jul 2025
Very cute place to stay! Our room was clean and comfortable for the night that we stayed in town. Staff was friendly and room was easy to access.
Katrina
Katrina, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
12 Jul 2025
We enjoyed our stay. Would go back!
Kasey
Kasey, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
18 Jul 2025
This was a great place to stay. Heated pool, nice and clean for an older hotel. Great staff
Brittney
Brittney, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
12 Jun 2025
Very easy to get to and conveniently located near some great restaurants and attractions.
Nicole
Nicole, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
21 Jul 2025
We had a great stay. I recommend without hesitation!