Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Cannery Row

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Exterior
Front of property
Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom sink

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$94
includes taxes & fees
1 Feb - 2 Feb

Explore the area

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1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Munras Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Monte Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(147 reviews)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.2 out of 10
Good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

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

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About the area

Monterey

Monterey Surf Inn puts you in the centre of Monterey, 2.8 km (1.8 mi) from Cannery Row and 3 km (1.9 mi) from Monterey Bay. 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 a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a free manager's reception, express check-out and a vending machine. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this Monterey Vista motel include Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf.

What's nearby

  • Munras Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Del Monte Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Golden State Theatre - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • 17-Mile Drive - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 13 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill Del Monte - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Monterey Surf Inn

Motel with free parking, near Cannery Row
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)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • 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.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free daily manager's reception

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Renovated entire property - June 2024
  • Smoke-free property

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 30 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Surf Inn on 1 Feb 2026 start from AU$93.76, 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

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 671 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 274 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1205 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 77 out of 1205 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice room, pleasant staff and great coffee!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Last minute booking from a road trip and needed some rest. The staff was friendly and welcoming at check in. The rooms were cute and very clean , I would definitely stay here again .. thanks !!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lupe

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is an excellent motel. Rooms are clean, comfortable and quiet. Location is great and easy to get to. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
N/a
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

yen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property and room was cleaned. Bed was very comfortable. Close to mall and minutes drive to Camel of the sea. Rooms are not sound proof.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check-in was fast and efficient. The coffee machine was a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonnie

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room was clean and comfortable. Parking was good. Management was excellent, responsive to guests' needs. Would definitely recommend to fellow travelers.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maryna

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the room were clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janeth

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

10/10 Excellent

Lavonne

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

Nice room

The room was comfortable and very nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ginny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paola

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the quaint feel of the property. Needs some closet space though.

10/10 Excellent

Eduardo H

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely experience. We would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient, great price, shops nearby, close to freeway without hearing it!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Del Monte Center, just up the street has a lot of stores!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gary, Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, parking right outside of the room, quiet, shopping mall just down the street,comfortable bed, small refrigerator & microwave oven to keep & reheat my leftovers.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a very comfortable stay and very comfortable bed. Only issue I had was the water pressure in the shower.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025