Monterey Fairgrounds Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel in Monterey with free parking

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Exterior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

4.6 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$103
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

Explore the area

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2042 Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪19 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable/satellite channels
Desk
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Monterey

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn puts you in the centre of Monterey, 4.7 km (2.9 mi) from Monterey Bay and 4.5 km (2.8 mi) from Cannery Row. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This hotel has free WiFi in public areas, express check-out and a vending machine. Additionally, you'll find a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Casanova Oak Knoll hotel include 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Del Monte Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 4 min drive - 3.6 km
  • Cannery Row - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 8 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 12 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn

Hotel in Monterey with free parking
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn offers its guests a seasonal outdoor pool, a vending machine, and express check-out. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Monterey hotel.

  • 47 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Express check-out
  • Smoking in designated areas
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn offers 47 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature a hairdryer. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

This Monterey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium cable channels and pay-per-view films. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$103.07, 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.

Is parking available at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

Yep, Monterey Fairgrounds Inn has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

Yep, Monterey Fairgrounds Inn is a short 17-minute walk from Del Monte Beach. Fun beach activities include sailing.

Does Monterey Fairgrounds Inn have a pool?

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

No, Monterey Fairgrounds Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

Check-in begins at 3 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Monterey Fairgrounds Inn?

There isn't one on site, but Monterey Pines Golf Course is a short 11-minute walk away.

Monterey Fairgrounds Inn Reviews

Reviews

4.6
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 705 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 705 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 705 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 135 out of 705 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 311 out of 705 reviews

4.6/10

Cleanliness

6.2/10

Staff & service

4.2/10

Amenities

4.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Crystal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was a decent hotel for the price we got it for, it just was a little dirty, our sheet had some nasty substance on them
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lesia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I liked everything, but was a little bit noisy at night.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald, Danville

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

6/10 Okay

Tracy

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is on the older side and the room we stayed in was simple with two full beds and a table with no chairs. The bathroom had cracked tiles and mildew.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Diana

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

Terrible run down place.

The room had no chairs, just an old table and bed, coffee maker did not work, shower did not have hot water, the bed was so uncomfortable we left after 1st night, would never stay there again, run down, when asked for chairs said no one asked for chairs and brought us I desk chair.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jeff

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was under construction? My room had no lamp, paper keeping cabinets from opening and furniture falling apart. The bathroom had a faucet that needed repairing, cigarette burns on the bathroom counter as well. Im not sure my room had even been cleaned before i checked in. I found a razor and shampoo in my shower from the previous guest when i checked in and a blanket in the closet wadded up in the corner. Guaranteed this room wasnt cleaned. For $125 a night....i expected more.
Blanket wadded up in the closet
Needs a paint job
Cigarette burns
Unclean room
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Vladislav, Staten Island

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was renovated in the 50s or 60s of the XX century… withe the contemporary prices. It is old and run down. It did not have even the simplest amenities like ventilation in the bathroom or the hangers in the closet. The sheets were probably the cheapest they could only find….
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Matthew

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Road hard and put away wet

The only way to describe this property is rough. The room was clean enough to stay, but aside from that everything was old and haggard and location left a lot to be desired.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jitender

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
It was quite comfortable for 1 night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Low cost coast

Kinda what I expected for that price. Little better than camping.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cynthia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
the beds are hard, the place is run down,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeremy

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Decent place to sleep
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
convenient location, There was no pole in the closet to hang my clothes. There is no rubber non slip mat for the bathtub.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

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

DO NOT RECOMMEND

I would not recommend this motel. Our room was a non-smoking room, yet smelled of smoke. The room had beat up furniture and did not appear clean and was poorly lit. No lamps or plugs to charge phones. The bed was terrible, extremely hard as if sleeping on a board. The bathroom was dirty. The heater was noisy. It did not have amenities like an iron or hair dryer. Even though listing said it had hair dryer in the room. The motel did not have liners for the ice bucket either, so unsanitary.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wesley

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Ehab

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The room was so bad it's a smell tobacco. Nobody comes to clean my room at all the bed so bad that matters so bad too.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Abigael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room is outdated and there were minor discrepancies, but overall had a good experience. Well-valued and taken care of as best as it could be working with an old building. I was not a fan of the fact that the bathroom could have been more thoroughly cleaned (water spots on the faucet, unclean towels, strands of hair left in the bathroom) and there was only bedsheets on the bed without a comforter or other over cover. Great & helpful staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Azhar

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Queren

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very old room. No light. Curtain falling. It smells bad
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Julie Ann

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The microwave plate, faucet, tv remote, lamp bed, floor so dirty. The windows were so dusty. There were flies inside the room and all towels smells bad. I will not recommend this place and will never go back to this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gillian

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was so rundown. Holes in the walls, leaking air conditioning unit, no lights in the light fixtures. Beyond that there was a 2 inch gap under the door that made me feel unsafe like someone could stick a camera through or peep through. No blanket just a sheet on the bed. Instead of a regular chair it had an outdoor chair in the room. The hair dryer was covered in brown dirt. For $160 I consider this inn a complete rip off.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Great Experience!

Nice room for the price! Definitely would come here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price it was very good and clean. Staff was friendly. Great for traveling on a budget.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mee

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
NA
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Estaba limpio y espasioso
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025