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
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
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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

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 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 $63
includes taxes & fees
$54 per night
Feb 19 - Feb 20

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

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About the neighborhood

Map
1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Munras Avenue - 1 min walk
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive
  • Cannery Row - 3 min drive
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 4 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min drive

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 - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee & Tea - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Monterey Surf Inn

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

Languages

English, Hindi

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

    • Onsite parking available only on request
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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

  • 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

Parking

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking

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.

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

Does Monterey Surf Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Monterey Surf 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 Monterey Surf Inn?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

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 hiking, horseback riding, and snorkeling.

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.

Monterey Surf Inn Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was very friendly, and the place is very quaint and clean.
Rickey, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Check in was quick and easy, the host was very friendly. The property was was nice and clean, and the bed was VERY comfortable! Will definitely be staying here again!
Regina, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Safe, family friendly
Tamara, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was in a great location, very clean, and reasonable. Would stay here again.
1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pretty affordable, decent place, for needing a roof over your head passing through town, with some sight seeing. The remodel looks really good. Easy and friendly check in
Kara, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for a one-night stay. The location is near restaurants and local shopping.
Eli, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always a great stay
Fabian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay, great price
I loved everything about my stay. The front desk staff was so friendly and helpful. The room was spacious and clean and comfortable. It was quiet enough for me to get good rest. The bed was big and comfy. The shower was perfect. There was plenty of parking. The prices were super reasonable. I would 100% stay here again!
jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in clean comfortable budget motel. Some of the furniture had seen better days, but beds were good and room was clean. Price was good. Would definitely stay again for quick trips.
Bryan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love staying here
Jason, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The gentleman who checked us in was very friendly, the room we had was nice and quite. Loved the coffee machine in the lobby but wish the rooms had coffee as well. We will definitely stay here again.
Cynthia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean room, good value on expedia for stay in Monterey.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Superb!
christy, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place
Khalilah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very lovely staff and affordable.
Taylor, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Updated property, safe and excellent place to stay for the price. Would stay again.
Sandra, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Room was fine but was closed in side. that room was hard for my to find a places to put my clothes
Miguel F, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet place to stay
Fabian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent value
Very good affordable hotel, well kept, comfortable beds, friendly owners and staff, highly reomend.
Jesse, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Peter, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Comfortable stay
Clean, comfortable, nicely remodeled outside and inside. Need new beds.
Michael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very quiet and clean 👌. Bed was super comfy. Shower was spacious as well.
Mariela, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The room was fine and in a good area. The only problem really was the unpleasant smell. It smelled like dogs.
Tarik, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place! Quiet and there is a warm comfortable feeling you get staying here.
Ciarra, 4-night trip