Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial hotel with marina and free breakfast

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$365
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct

Explore the area

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

Room options

Standard, One King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(52 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

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

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

Premium Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 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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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 - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lovers Point - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Carmel Beach - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Monterey Crepe Company - ‬3 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

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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 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt House Hotel on 13 Oct 2025 start from AU$364.88, 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.