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Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial hotel with marina and free breakfast

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Courtyard
Standard, One King Bed
Terrace/patio
Premium Suite | Living area
Courtyard

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$323
includes taxes & fees
6 Nov - 7 Nov

Explore the area

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386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannery Row
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium Suite | Living area

Premium Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard, One King Bed

Standard, One King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Monterey

Merritt House Hotel puts you in the heart of Monterey, within a 20-minute stroll of Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a marina and free self-service breakfast. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a front desk safe. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Old Monterey hotel include Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 5 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lovers Point - 7 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Carmel Beach - 8 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 7 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Plumes Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosine's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Colonial hotel with marina and free breakfast
Merritt House Hotel offers its guests a marina. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Merritt House Hotel also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Colonial Monterey hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Merritt House Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, bathrobes and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 3 PM to 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Merritt House
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
Merritt House Monterey
Merritt Inn
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Hotel Hotel
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Hotel Hotel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Merritt House Hotel?

Yep, Merritt House Hotel has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Merritt House Hotel?

As of 3 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt House Hotel on 6 Nov 2025 start from AU$322.84, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to Merritt House Hotel?

Yep, Merritt House Hotel is a short 14-minute walk from San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Does Merritt House Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free self-service breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Merritt House Hotel?

No, Merritt House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-in is from 3 PM to 6:00 PM, and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Merritt House Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Merritt House Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Merritt House Hotel.

Reviews

Merritt House Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was very convenient, we parked our car when we checked in and didn’t use it again until we checked out! We walked and or took the free trolley to the wharf and cannery row. We brought our e-bikes and rode for miles and miles along the coast in either direction. The property was well maintained and the staff were all friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Merritt House Hotel was beautiful and quaint. The employees were very cordial. The rooms were gorgeous. The seagulls do not sleep. The fireplace and skylight put a beautiful touch on the room as well. We could have used a microwave in the room but we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and comfortable. Easy walk to downtown and fisherman’s pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for short stay in Monterey.

Quiet at night (we had a room at the back above the carport), close to downtown and the wharf, good selection continental breakfast. Clean, spacious room. As others have noted, no elevator and a fee for parking. Price better than other properties in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great but the walls are paper thin and the mattress feels like a springboard
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice and cozy. Cottage feel and centrally located to everything. Staff was really nice at check in and informative. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sue, Bakersfield

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cute cozy place to stay with great convenience to many amenities around the town. Remodeled bathrooms were clean and pleasant. The rooms were pretty dark even though we turned on all the lights. Only thing was that the walls were thin so the next room conversations were easy to hear.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paoling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our getaway. Very quaint historic property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, Colorado springs

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice owner, great breakfast comfortable and large rooms. Great location with parking option for a fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent.

Beautiful old world charm hotel in perfect location. More of a guest house than hotel, so lacking facilities some may require. If you want clean, charming and a perfect location look no farther. Great garden space to one side, with my room having a nice balcony overlook of this space. I ate breakfast there both days of my stay. Perfectly located for the harbour and waterfront options, equally good for the bars and restaurants along Alvarado.
Shady balcony overlooking courtyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Property isn’t wheelchair accessible to ground floor room. There is a stair to the path.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was super comfortable and clean. The gals in the front office were fantastic and super friendly! I would definitely recommend this place as it sits in the middle of everything within walking distance. Very cute atmosphere!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Huge clean room, easy parking! Bed wasn’t extremely comfortable but otherwise a great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy and Adam

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Loved staying here for a night while passing through Monterey. Friendly staff, great little continental breakfast, cozy rooms and picturesque grounds with beautiful garden. Great value for a quick stay. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025