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Inn By the Bay Monterey

2.0 star property
Guests relax in the peaceful garden between excursions to nearby attractions, with staff who know exactly which local spots match travelers' interests

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Inn By the Bay Monterey combines charm and practicality near Fisherman's Wharf. Travelers love the tranquil garden for morning coffee, reliable in-room WiFi for planning trips, and the convenient electric car charging station. Staff recommendations enhance stays.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Housekeeping

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds (No Pets)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pet Friendly Room with One King Bed (2 pets only)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (No pets)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Pet Friendly Room with Two Queen Beds

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pet Friendly Room with Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room with 1 King & 1 Twin Bed (No Pets)

Room

Standard Room with 1 King & 1 Twin Bed (No Pets)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Eco-friendly toiletries
Shower/bath combination
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Located in Monterey Vista, a neighbourhood in Monterey, Inn By the Bay Monterey is near the airport and near the beach. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Carmel Beach. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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936 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018
    Munras Avenue
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Monterey, California's marina is filled with sailboats and yachts. Birds fly over the water, while fog partially obscures the distant hills.
    Waterfront
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Golden State Theatre which includes theatre scenes and a city
    Golden State Theatre
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Fisherman\'s Wharf which includes shopping
    Fisherman's Wharf
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Monterey Convention Center
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station
    11 min drive
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    112 min drive

Restaurants

  • Alvarado Street Brewery
    10 min walk
  • Jack in the Box
    1 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill
    7 min walk
  • Rosine's Restaurant
    10 min walk
  • Fieldwork Brewing Company
    7 min walk

About this property

Inn By the Bay Monterey

Motel near Fisherman's Wharf
Inn By the Bay Monterey provides amenities, such as a terrace and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Luggage storage, tour/ticket information and laundry services
  • Smoke-free property and a vegetable garden
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Inn By the Bay Monterey boast perks, such as premium bedding, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling, LED light bulbs and eco-friendly cleaning products
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Vegetable garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 15
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 15

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 10 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 10 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 200 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: USD 25 for check-in between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM
  • Late check-out fee: USD 15 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

Property is also known as

El Adobe Inn
El Adobe Inn Monterey
El Adobe Monterey
Inn Bay Monterey
El Adobe Hotel Monterey
El Adobe Motel
Inn By the Bay Monterey Motel
Inn By the Bay Monterey Monterey
Inn By the Bay Monterey Motel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Is Inn By the Bay Monterey pet-friendly?

Yes, Inn By the Bay Monterey allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 45 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Inn By the Bay Monterey?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Inn By the Bay Monterey?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 15 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM for a fee of USD 25.

What time is check-out at Inn By the Bay Monterey?

Checkout is at 11 AM. Late checkout is available for USD 15 (subject to availability).

Where is Inn By the Bay Monterey located?

Located in Monterey Vista, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Munras Avenue and Fisherman's Wharf. Monterey Bay and Cannery Row are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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Reviews

Inn By the Bay Monterey Reviews

7.6

Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

8.0

Staff & service

7.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 339 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 196 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 67 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Downtown was a 12 min walk. The hotel was clean and modern. The parking was free. definitely worth it for what you pay!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
same day booking at a great price specially at the end of car week !! it was a very clean room i’d definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location thats a short walk to downtown or fishermans warf
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was clean and safe and the location was fine for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was helpful and polite .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quick check in, renovated rooms and cleanliness were all highlights. Located near Monterey Bay Aquarium and minutes from Carmel which was a bonus.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room with upgrades. Only issue was that it was pet-friendly and I thought there was no pet fee. Had to pay $45 for the night when I arrived with my small dog.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay at with family parking is a tight squeeze when people don’t park in between the lines but other then that beds comfortable nice remodel rooms and great easy area to take a five minute five or less to Monterey aquarium and local restaurants. Definitely recommend and would stay again. Staff was very friendly no issues at all.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, quiet and easy parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michael

Liked: Staff & service
Close to restaurants and grocery stores.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Greeted with a smile and appreciated the kind and responsive customer service at check in and duration of my stay. Housekeeping team was very helpful as well. Will book in the future and recommend to friends and family. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean. Check in was easy. Hotel is in a perfect location to get to all the fun things in the area! Great restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly, rooms were clean, would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean amazing shower/bathroom
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Amenities
Nice rooms spacious love it here
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mattress was super comfortable, very quiet and clean area. Close to downtown Monterey.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

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

Recommend

Had a nice stay, everything was clean and tidy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Staff & service
Convenient location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberlee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No frills, but everything was clean and in good repair.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean big rooms. Bed was comfortable will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

rigoberto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice area, quiet and close to reataurants and monterey downtown and beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zayda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we love the stays at Inn By The Bay friendly staff and the most important to us its that is pet friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Clean and as expected. Great bed and bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jepson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay. Convenient location and close enough to walk to most things
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023