Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Property class: 4.5
Waterfront resort with 2 restaurants, near Monterey Bay

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You'll be in a fantastic location at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, just a 5-minute walk from Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Schooners Monterey, one of 2 restaurants, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious resort. The room service and comfortable beds get great marks from fellow travelers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
$314 nightly
The current price is $363 total
Total with taxes and fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Harbor View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony (Inland View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(42 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a ceiling fan, and a window with curtains.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Balcony (Inland View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a plant, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Inland View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(74 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Inland View)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony (Inland View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Balcony (Inland View)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a small table with a plant, a coffee maker, and a lamp.

Room, 1 King Bed (Inland View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(65 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the water.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a lamp, and a view of the water.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (Harbor View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 401 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Harbor View

  • Harbor view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a seating area with a chair and table.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Harbor View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a computer, a television, and a view of a body of water through large windows.

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (Harbor View)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Harbor view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Inland View)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a plant, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible (Inland View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a balcony with a view of the city.

Room, 1 King Bed, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (Inland View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a balcony with a view, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a seating area with a chair and table.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View (Partial Ocean View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, a chair, a small table with a plant, and a view of the sea through large windows.

Room, Balcony, Partial Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a television, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 1 King Bed, Partial Ocean View (Partial Ocean View)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a balcony with a view, a ceiling fan, and a coffee maker.

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Partial Ocean View (Partial Ocean View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Mobility Accessible, Balcony (Inland View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a balcony with a view, and a small table with a plant.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(47 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a coffee maker, a TV, and a view of the sea.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a seating area with a chair and table.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Inland View)

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk with a plant, and a ceiling fan.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible (Inland View)

  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Ocean View

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Grand Suite (Bay)

A hotel room with a large bed, a fireplace, a dining area, and a view of the sea.

Grand Suite (Bay)

  • Ocean view
  • 1700 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite (Cannery Row)

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

Suite (Cannery Row)

  • City view
  • 1500 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Executive Suite, Ocean View

A hotel room with a balcony, a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a television.

Executive Suite, Ocean View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 890 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Ocean View (Balcony)

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible, Ocean View (Balcony)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Ocean View (Balcony)

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a television, and a seating area with a chair and table.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible, Ocean View (Balcony)

  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (Corner)

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a small table with a plant, and a balcony with a view of the sea.

Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Ocean View (Corner)

  • Ocean view
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

View all photos for Suite, Terrace (Spa)

A bedroom with a large bed, a seating area with a table and chairs, a fireplace, and a view through a sliding glass door.

Suite, Terrace (Spa)

  • Partial ocean view
  • 712 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

Presidential Suite

  • Ocean view
  • 2100 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the neighborhood

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400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Cannery Row - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Monterey Bay - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 14 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 14 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 39 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 41 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 8 min walk
  • Salinas Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gianni's Pizza - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Sea Harvest Fish Market - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wave Street Café - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fish Hopper - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chart House - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

  • You'll be in a fantastic location at Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, just a 5-minute walk from Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. You can visit the spa to be pampered with deep-tissue massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Schooners Monterey, one of 2 restaurants, serves American cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a health club, and a fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious resort. The room service and comfortable beds get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 250 units
    • Arranged over 5 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless 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

Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms

Parking

    • Onsite valet parking (USD 51.12 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

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Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The on-site restaurant, Schooners, served excellent food with beautiful views and outstanding service. (132 reviews)
  • The spa offered a great experience with fabulous treatments, lovely ambiance, and excellent service. (44 reviews)
  • The hotel's beach location offers stunning ocean views, direct access, and the soothing sounds of the waves. (25 reviews)
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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

The staff were so friendly and caring, the accommodations were perfect and the location was ideal. In addition, the spa treatment was top notch!
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10/10 Exceptional

Location was the best, only stayed one night and watched sea otters from our room.
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10/10 Exceptional

Exceptionally well presented hotel with everything very well done and, location, location, location.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean room, friendly staff, and a well-maintained property.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. We had a room over the water and it was very relaxing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff, facilities are beautifully attended to.
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location away from the tourist traffic but near all the attractions. Our room was in the building separate from the main one and it was great. Clean, quiet and easy access to the back courtyard next to the water. When we’re in Monterey, this is always where we stay.
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10/10 Exceptional

Second time staying in this property. Will go back again and again. Great location and staff
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect walking distance to cannery row and the wharf. very clean, accommodating and family friendly
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, staff were fantastic and the amenities were absolutely wonderful.
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10/10 Exceptional

Love the easy access to amenities. I enjoyed the CAR WEEK energy along with wildlife viewing (seals and pelicans)! Bicycle trails nearby are fun (Mad Dog rentals) and I hope to do the kayaking next time!
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolute best place to stay in Monterey. Great rooms, attentive and dedicated staff, restaurant and food options exceptional and the lobby/ Schooner bar terrific
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10/10 Exceptional

The Balcony rooms have an amazing view of the Harbour with playful otters and seals.
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10/10 Exceptional

Clean Room, Water cans in the room, friendly and helpful staff
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10/10 Exceptional

Loved the views! The lovely room had a sliding door that I cracked open to listen to the waves crashing against the shore while I slept. Highly recommend this resort!
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff is very nice to introduce their services and helpful. The room is very clean, location is good and convenient.
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10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming staff with great views and well maintained property
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10/10 Exceptional

The view was amazing. Staff very friendly and the breakfast was delicious with a beautiful view.
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel with incredible views! The staff was incredibly attentive.
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10/10 Exceptional

The whole staff was very helpful and curious. Meal at the restaurant was great! We stayed a week and had a great time.
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10/10 Exceptional

Greatest stay so far anywhere with friendly staff, beautiful views and full ammenities.
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10/10 Exceptional

Everything was great from check in to check out. Lovely room and view
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10/10 Exceptional

the view was fantastic the schooner restaurant had great food , service and view
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely love the entrance area. Staff is very nice and not long wait times. The hot tub was clean and our room was amazing.
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff and helpful. Great views and atmosphere. Really enjoyed our stay.