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Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Monterey Bay

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is NZ$115
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

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

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

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
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 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, 3 km (1.9 mi) from Monterey Bay and 3.8 km (2.4 mi) from Monterey Bay Aquarium. 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 Fisherman's Wharf and 17-Mile Drive.
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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 - 11 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 5 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill Del Monte - ‬10 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 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)
  • 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 21 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Surf Inn on 22 Dec 2025 start from NZ$114.63, 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. 643 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 273 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 133 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1180 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Clean, updated, responsive staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

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

LOVED THIS PLACE

Liked everything about the place. Super comfy, great location and Mike who checked me in sent me to Kona's for dinner and it was amazing! Will stay here every time in town!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

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

Clean

Nice hotel. Simple. Renovated. Clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina, Hesperia

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

F Ashley

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

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, friendly! And very reasonably priced! What wasn't so great: Towels are kinda small, hot water wasn't great, and desk wasn't great for working on.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devi Grace

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s nice stayed there for a night. Overall nice hotel inn
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

JONG

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

6/10 Okay

Haoru

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
…
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

George

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The stay was fine until the day after I checked out. The Motel clerk apparently thought that I had gone back home to Oregon to that
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

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

Great stay for the cost

Rooms were clean. Beds are comfortable. Shower head could be a little stronger, but overall we will be returning!!👍
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cadel

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

F Ashley

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

8/10 Good

brian

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sangki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cliff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this hotel was great the staff, air conditioning, heating, good bed and tv, a fully functional bathroom. All the pictures online looked good and in real life it was. I also think it was exceptional to see that they had solar renewable energy. I highly recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ed

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

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

Amazing stay

My fiance and i stayed here. And let me tell you we had an amazing time. Staff are very friendly rooms are clean parking was great 100 percent will come back. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha

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