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Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Monterey Bay

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Exterior
Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom sink
Front of property

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr

Explore the area

Map
1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Carmel Beach
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
HDTV
Renovated in 2024
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Monterey

Monterey Surf Inn puts you in the centre of Monterey, 3 km (1.9 mi) from Monterey Bay and 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Cannery Row. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This smoke-free motel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and express check-out. Plus you'll find a free manager's reception and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this Monterey Vista motel, you'll be 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Monterey Bay Aquarium and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from 17-Mile Drive.
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What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 4 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Carmel Plaza - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min drive - 5.5 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 11 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 5 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

Motel with free parking, near Monterey Bay
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Monterey Surf Inn. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Monterey Surf Inn was completed in June 2024.

This Monterey motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Monterey Surf Inn offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable televisions are provided. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include baths or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. 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 smoke detector in all accommodation.

Property is 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

Is parking available at Monterey Surf Inn?

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

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

As of 25 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Surf Inn on 28 Apr 2025 start from AU$142.17, 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 Monterey Surf Inn?

The closest beach to Monterey Surf Inn is Carmel Beach (4.6 km).

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

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Monterey Surf Inn?

No, pets are not allowed.

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

There isn't one on site, but Monterey Pines Golf Club is a short 18-minute walk away.

Monterey Surf Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 501 out of 1122 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 292 out of 1122 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 154 out of 1122 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 70 out of 1122 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 105 out of 1122 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ursula

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

2/10 Terrible

Rebecca

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

NEVER BOOK HERE

This is absolutely one of the worst hotels. They have no sympathy for their guests and no understanding. I booked my weekend here for my nephews birthday back in November, I had until the 7th of January to cancel. The wildfires in Los Angeles started on the 7th and exploded overnight - to the point of a state of emergency. I attempted to cancel my reservation on the morning of the 8th because of how severe the fires had gotten, also the only two freeways for me to get there were closed due to the fires. So not only was there no way to get there, it was completely unsafe and my family was dealing with the wildfires as well. I was reaching out for an update every other day. It took two weeks to get a final response from the hotel. They kept telling me a manager needed to approve and there was never a manager on site for some reason to speak with. I cannot believe that this hotel not only would not refund me for my stay due to extenuating circumstances but they didn’t even offer to change the dates of my visit when travel would have been safe. Absolutely disgusting behavior from this hotel, no compassion for their guests and no willingness to assist during a difficult and stressful time. I would never book here again and will not recommend this hotel to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe, family friendly
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saul Negrete

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Dave

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

8/10 Good

Jessida, richmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean and has all the needs. water takes a while to get hot but for the price, it's sort of expected. heater worked well.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mallory

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

8/10 Good

Sho

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arturo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Patrick

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

kellie

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not the best. Showed looked as if there was mold , lack of water pressure, difficult to receive the basics . Towels or bed sheets
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

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

10/10 Excellent

Bryan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

DeAnna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean but very small room. Parking lot is a nightmare!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jon

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing view!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

6/10 Okay

Mackenzie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pros are good location good customer service and good price. Cons are horrible bed that was sinking, loose toilet that wobbled,cheap towels,cheap soap, and the shower pressure was not great. All in all budget friendly but I would probably not book this place again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anayelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great property, very centric to dinning options, convenient to freeways. property is very quiet.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The room was clean. Quiet area. location was good, mall nearby, Thia restaurant next door. Not to do far from downtown area great if you have a vehicle. parking was tight that only down fall. other than that, I recommended the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Rene

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Weak bathroom and bad smell Room number 3
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Housekeeping services was great and coffee machine was a delicious coffee the front desk was very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superb!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024