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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4.0 star property
Adventure resort with full-service spa, connected to the convention center, near Monterey Bay

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Located on the shores of Monterey Bay, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers an inviting retreat. Treat yourself to a rejuvenating massage at the onsite spa, take a leisurely bike ride along Cannery Row or Fisherman's Wharf, and unwind by the outdoor pool with sun loungers. With two restaurants serving breakfast and dinner, shopping on site and in-room WiFi for staying connected.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Internet access

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • WiFi in the lobby
  • Fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Terrace
$247 nightly
The total price is $293
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Work and play balance
Strategically located in the city center, this resort offers in-room desks and convention center access. After work, guests enjoy spa services and happy hour.
Dining and drinks
Culinary adventures await at 2 restaurants and 2 bars. This resort adds a morning bonus with delicious cooked-to-order breakfast options.

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a window with blinds, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Portola Room Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(310 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with fruit, a lamp, and a view through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed (Portola)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(157 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a laptop, a chair, a TV, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Portola)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(17 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Partial Harbor View)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a painting on the wall.

Room, 1 King Bed (Partial Harbor View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a large window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a small table with a chair.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Harbor View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(28 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with two chairs, a window with blinds, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Harbor View (Partial)

A hotel room with a bed, desk, laptop, chair, and two armchairs.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Harbor View (Partial)

  • Harbor view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Portola)

A hotel room with a large bed, two armchairs, a small table with fruit, a lamp, and a view through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Portola)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

DOUBLE TWO DOUBLE BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE TWO QUEEN BEDS

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE CITY VIEW QUEEN BED

  • Sleeps 4

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About the neighborhood

Map
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Monterey Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Golden State Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dennis the Menace Playground - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cannery Row - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 13 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 37 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 40 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 25 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 26 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Captain + Stoker - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dust Bowl Tap Depot - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Manasiri’s Crepes and Sandwiches - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

  • Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay puts you in a great location, within just a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf and Monterey Bay. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa, and Jacks Monterey, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include 2 bars/lounges, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. The comfortable beds and helpful staff get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 379 units
    • Arranged over 7 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets allowed*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • WiFi in public areas*
    • WiFi and wired internet access in rooms*
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured onsite self parking (USD 29.04 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Secured onsite valet parking (USD 40.65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite garage
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property
    • No stag/bachelor or hen/bachelorette parties

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Shopping
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • 9 buildings/towers
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Pool hoist on site

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • WiFi and wired internet for a surcharge
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Housekeeping on request
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

Dining

Jacks Monterey - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Peter B's Brewpub - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • WiFi is available in guestrooms for USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • WiFi is available in public areas for USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Wired internet access is available in guestrooms for USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 58.18 per stay

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pet deposit: USD 58.18 per night
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 58.18 per accommodation (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Secured self parking costs USD 29.04 per night with in/out privileges
  • Secured valet parking costs USD 40.65 per night with in/out privileges
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.
Spa hours are 9 AM-7 PM, Sunday to Thursday, and 9 AM to 9 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Also known as

Hotel Portola
Monterey Bay Portola Hotel
Portola Hotel
Portola Hotel Monterey Bay
Portola Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel And Spa At Monterey Bay
Portola
Portola Hotel Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola & At Monterey Monterey
Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Resort
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Resort Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Are pets allowed at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes, pets are welcome. There's a charge of USD 58.18 per accommodation, per night, and there's also a deposit of USD 58.18 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 29.04 per night. Valet parking costs USD 40.65 per night. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and fishing, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay also has 2 bars and a fitness center, as well as spa services.

Are there restaurants at or near Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.

What's the area around Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay like?

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is in Downtown Monterey, a short 10-minute walk from Monterey Bay and 15 minutes' walk from Cannery Row. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The hotel restaurant offered great food, including breakfast and dinner options, with some reviewers praising the grilled cheese and other dishes. (199 reviews)
  • The hotel is extremely dog friendly with accommodating staff and many amenities for pets. (42 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently described as delicious, good, and amazing by multiple guests. (33 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location, comfortable room. Had a great time
Gary, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely beautiful!
Joan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was clean and quite, Walking distance to the pier and downtown.
Douglas, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is ideally located next to fisherman’s wharf & downtown. Walking distance to attractions. Overall had a great stay!
Christine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was great - beds super comfy, nice restroom, nice lighting. Our room was a bit far from the pool, so if that matters to see ask if you can get a room near the pool, but wasn’t that big a problem. I liked that there were water bottle refill stations around the hotel too!
Leslie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location and staff was very friendly and helpful
Heather, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing views treatment from staff was top notch and very close to everything
David, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Front staff was very kind and helpful. Our room no was clean and nice.
Patricia, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

nice, clean room and good, walkable location to fisherman's wharf. spa available, but we did not use. nearby restaurants and bike rental were handy.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hotel was beautiful and location is great!
Julie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location. Clean rooms . Love this hotel
Pallavi, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room. Staff was very courteous, knowledgeable and helpful. Would definitely stay again
Kathleen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, walking distance to a lot of dining.
Arin, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Such a great property. Clean, centrally located and the staff was friendly and helpful. Definitely will be coming back!
Claudine, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, great restaurant and nice staff.
Melissa, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and staff. We look forward to staying at this property again!!
Nora, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

yes nice rooms and lots to do around town
Kevin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean hotel, and modern rooms.
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Hotel was very good and clean. Breakfast was great. Enjoyed our stay.
Neha, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, Welcoming staff, Quick and friendly valets, Shops and Dining nearby
Martin, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

My family of 4 enjoyed our stay, clean room and nice hotel staff.
Wendy, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and staff was nice
Tania, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Pet friendly and Family friendly.
Sheena, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very beautiful property, convenient and comfortable!
Taavia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was clean and staff very nice
Heidi, 1-night trip