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Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
Motel with free parking, near Monterey Bay

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Experience the laid-back vibe at Monterey Surf Inn, a motel near Monterey Bay. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, coffee and tea in the lobby, concierge services for planning your day out. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff and proximity to shopping.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is €57
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec

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

Map
1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940

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 remodelled in 2024 and located near Monterey Bay
Monterey Surf Inn provides a free daily manager's reception and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services and tour/ticket information
  • A 24-hour front desk, smoke-free property and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guest rooms at Monterey Surf Inn offer comforts, such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and shampoo
  • 50-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and housekeeping

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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

  • 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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

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 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
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

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 Monterey Surf Inn pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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

As of 9 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Surf Inn on 10 Dec 2025 start from €56.69, 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.

How much is parking at Monterey Surf Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Monterey Surf Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM.

What time is check-out at Monterey Surf Inn?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Monterey Surf Inn located?

Located in Monterey Vista, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Munras Avenue and Fisherman's Wharf. Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Monterey Surf Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 636 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 278 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 1180 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 80 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

Saira

Good price for good room
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Great service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard R

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

10/10 Excellent

Cindi

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value and location! Just minutes from Cannery Row, clean, quiet, and comfortable. Front desk staff was super nice and there’s free coffee, tea, and biscoff in the office each morning.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Arul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For this hotel class, it is perfect in every aspect.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a lovely stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean. Perfect for a night of rest. Even though it was on a main street it was quiet. The check in was fast and easy and friendly service.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Adriana

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place. if I had some feedback for improvement I would suggest the restroom shower tile and sink needs more cleanliness. I can see soap grime. Overall very comfortable bed and delicious coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah

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

Wanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect! So clean and cozy!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paige

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

10/10 Excellent

Devi Grace

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

10/10 Excellent

rudy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern and clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
All was well
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

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

Go to place to stay

This is my goto place to stay when i head down to Monterey. I come down to dive and very relaxing to stay here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well appointed room. Very good for the money. Will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 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

Elena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice little motel. Has everything you need, very clean, staff is nice, very helpful. Across the street from Del Monte shopping plaza and mall work places to eat and shop, Whole Foods there too. Will definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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