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Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial hotel within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf

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Merritt House Hotel offers a warm welcome near Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Tee off at the 27-hole golf course, grab a coffee from the on-site cafe, or simply unwind with hiking/biking nearby. With free self-serve breakfast and high-speed WiFi, this hotel is perfect for active travelers who appreciate helpful staff.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Marina
  • Near the beach
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Limited hour front desk
  • TV in a common area
  • Hiking/biking trails

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Premium bedding
$223 nightly
The total price is $254
Jun 2 - Jun 3
Total with taxes and fees

Room options

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Showing 5 of 5 rooms

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Premium Suite | Living area | 26-inch TV with cable channels

Premium Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Honeymoon Suite | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard, One King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard, One King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(60 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(43 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Monterey Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Golden State Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Waterfront - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 37 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 40 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 93 min drive
  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 118 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 25 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Rosine's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel features a marina and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf. Guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi and self-serve breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. This Colonial hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 22 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in from 3 PM - 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 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 5:00 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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
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Parking

    • Covered onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite parking limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Discount at nearby fitness center
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Whale-watching nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 4 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1979
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • Shopping mall on site
  • Marina
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Colonial architecture

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 26-inch TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Soap and shampoo
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Desk chair

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Fees & policies

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

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 does not have elevators.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Merritt House

Merritt House Inn

Merritt House Inn Monterey

Merritt House Monterey

Merritt Inn

Merritt House Hotel Monterey

Merritt House Inn

Merritt House Hotel Hotel

Merritt House Hotel Monterey

Merritt House Hotel Hotel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Merritt House Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Merritt House Hotel?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Merritt House Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Merritt House Hotel also has a garden.

What's the area around Merritt House Hotel like?

Merritt House Hotel is in Old Monterey, a short 18-minute walk from Monterey Bay and 6 minutes' walk from Fisherman's Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Merritt House Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a nice touch with a variety of options including coffee, tea, bagels, eggs, yogurt, and pastries. (39 reviews)
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Gardens

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great staff, clean large room, quiet area, easily walkable to many interesting attractions
Roy, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Parking was easy, although crowded for a large truck. The room was clean and the property was nice. Easy access to the wharf and local restaurants.
Elliott, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Breakfast was yummy! Staff were friendly! Beds were uncomfortable.
Jamie, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A beautiful place surrounded by lovely gardens. Very tranquil and perfect for relaxing after a long drive. The room was beautiful, the breakfast was excellent and the staff were super friendly. Wished I could stay another night!
Lovely bedroom with comfy beds and log fire for cosy evenings
Modern bathroom with gorgeous large shower
Beautiful gardens right outside our door
Janet, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and convenient location to downtown and restaurants! The staff was great and I felt safe. The place is very cute as well!
Jennifer, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, room was great, staff very pleasant.
Thomas, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was decent, but nothing hot. Staff were very helpful and friendly. Parking is very tight and $20 per night. Limited street parking. Great location next to downtown.
Joyce, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great location, huge room.
Siegfried, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

We loved it! The location was perfect. The staff were super friendly and the room was very comfortable!
Beth, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

clean room, great courtyard for eating breakfast or having a coffee
Keon, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Great staff
Chang, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Cute place to stay! We loved the fireplace and cozy charm.
Shanna, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

beautiful historical spot with easy access to all of Monterey Bay
Jacki, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was great Room was big and clean Great location
Cheryl, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

One of our favorite places to stay! We love the fireplaces and how centrally located it is.
TANYA, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Our room was great! The fireplace was amazing and they offered a complimentary log for the fire!
Kassandra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was spacious, comfortable and clean. Sfatt was very friendly and the location was perfect.
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staff at welcome was great.
LISA, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Parking was tight but a well maintained spot, very walkable to downtown amenities and the fireplace availability was a nice touch in the winter
Trevor, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff. Great location.
Petra, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great rooms, lovely staff, very convenient location particularly for the convention center.
Jill, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

excellent location and quaint
Anna, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The room was clean, and the staff were friendly and helpful. The bathroom could use some improvement—specifically more hooks and repair work where a hook had fallen off the door. We did have a minor issue with housekeeping plugging in alarm clocks in both our room and the adjacent empty room, which woke us up twice. On the plus side, the on-site parking is convenient, though the spaces are quite tight and not ideal for larger vehicles.
Judy, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was as shown in the pictures. Great fireplace. They even gave us a free fire log for the stay.
Mary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room decor and bed frame... Had a nice fireplace we enjoyed!
David, 3-night trip