Monterey Bay Lodge
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About this property
Monterey Bay Lodge is an independent 2.5-star motel in downtown Monterey, California, positioned within a 5-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Fisherman's Wharf. The property sits 2.4 miles from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and 5 miles from Carmel Beach, making it a convenient base for coastal exploration.
The lodge features 46 guestrooms, including 3 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator, microwave, private patio, and LED television with digital programming. All rooms include complimentary wireless internet access and private bathrooms with showers. Guests rate room comfort at 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Recreation amenities include an outdoor heated pool and hot tub. The lobby features a fireplace, and the property offers a business center, concierge services, safe-deposit box, free newspapers, and a vending machine. Free self-parking is available on-site. Monterey Bay Lodge is smoke-free and wheelchair accessible, though accessibility may have limitations. Nearby golfing opportunities are available for guests interested in the sport. Service animals are welcome and exempt from fees.
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM with flexible arrival times, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. The property maintains a 24-hour front desk. Monterey Airport is the nearest airport at approximately 15 miles away; San Jose and San Francisco airports are also accessible but require longer travel. Pets are not permitted. With a 4.3-star overall rating across 1,000 guest reviews and 100% recommendation rate, the lodge offers reliable accommodations for visitors to the Monterey Peninsula.
Location & nearby attractions
Monterey State Beach - 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Lake El Estero - 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Dennis the Menace Playground - 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
San Carlos Cemetery - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Monterey Peninsula College - 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Monterey County Youth Museum - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
San Carlos Cathedral - 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
Naval Postgraduate School - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Monterey Convention Center - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Monterey Pines Golf Club - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Munras Avenue - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Golden State Theatre - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Maritime Museum - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Stevenson House - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Monterey State Historic Park - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
The nearest airports are:
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 32.4 km / 20.1 mi
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 45.3 km / 28.1 mi
The preferred airport for Monterey Bay Lodge is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY).
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Amenities & features
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Check-in & check-out
- 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
- This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets not allowed
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Only Dogs are allowed
- nightly cleaning fee of $15 per pet
- maximum of 2 Dogs.
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
- Refundable incidentals deposit: USD 150 per accommodation, per stay
- Pet deposit: USD 250 per stay
- Pet fee: USD 40 per pet, per night
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Late check-out fee: USD 20.00 (subject to availability)<
Know before you go
- 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.
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Contactless check-out is available.