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The 10 Best Design Hotels in Monterey, USA

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Situated directly on the beach, the Spindrift Inn offers elegant accommodations in the heart of Monterey. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, and a complimentary continental breakfast is provided.

Stunning location. Large room. View of the ocean, watching the otters in the bay. Fire place.

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9.1
Superb
374 reviews

Located in Old Town Monterey and 3.2 km from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa features a full-service spa and an on-site restaurant. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Very Nice room. Wife particularly liked the counter space and bathroom design. The bed was very comfortable.

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8.4
Very good
1,879 reviews

Located in Monterey just 2.6 km from Fisherman's Wharf, the Stage Coach Lodge offers an outdoor pool and putting green. Free Wi-Fi is available on site.

All guest rooms include a 40" flat screen TV, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a coffee machine. Spacious bathrooms feature granite counter-tops.

The motel is super comfortable and the staffs are lovely and helpfull. If I need to stay in Monterey another time, I will definitely stay this hotel.

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8.4
Very good
1,594 reviews
Price from
£112
per night

The Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa features an elevated dinner restaurant, a casual all-day oceanfront restaurant, a lively lobby bar and a café. The elegant Coastal Kitchen restaurant offers an ever-evolving tasting menu with wine pairings. Schooners Monterey features contemporary American cuisine with a focus on seafood and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. The Lobby Lounge serves local beers, wine, craft cocktails and light bites with live music in the evening. Tidal Coffee offers Golden Bean award-winning coffee blends, fresh pastries, breakfast and lunch items.

Great location, spacious room, cozy atmosphere

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8.8
Fabulous
1,040 reviews
Price from
£297
per night

With a variety of area attractions, including Fisherman's Wharf nearby, this Monterey Peninsula, California hotel offers cosy accommodations and is ideal location for exploring area beaches, shopping and more.

The staff were great, and accommodating our special request. The room was comfortable and clean. The complimentary glass of wine was a nice bonus!

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8.5
Very good
1,348 reviews
Price from
£189
per night

Within 5 minutes' walk of Fisherman's Wharf, the Portola Hotel & Spa is 1.6 km from the historic Cannery Row.

Guest rooms feature a flat-screen TV and a refrigerator. The private bathroom include eco-friendly amenities and a make-up mirror. Select rooms offer views of the harbour.

We like the room the moment we step in, the room is cosy and comfortable. The bed is comfortable and location is good.

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8.1
Very good
2,520 reviews
Price from
£235
per night

Located 10 minutes’ walk from Monterey town centre, the Villa Franca Inn offers charming guest rooms which include free WiFi.

All rooms include TV with cable channels and an en suite bathroom with free eco-friendly toiletries. A refrigerator and a microwave is also provided.

Location, cleanliness, staff, comfy

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8
Very good
974 reviews

This hotel offers individually decorated rooms with free WiFi and a cable TV. Fisherman’s Wharf is within easy walking distance from Merritt House Hotel.

Guests of this boutique hotel can enjoy the garden or relax in the common room. A continental breakfast is served each morning.

Staff were very helpful. We loved the room ( maybe not so much the decorations!) and found it comfortable, spacious and warm. Very good location. Late check out served us very well. We would absolutely come again.

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8.4
Very good
568 reviews

The heart of Cannery Row is 5 minutes' walk from this Monterey hotel. The Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman’s Wharf are 10 minutes’ walk away. Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Each room at Cannery Row Inn offers a flat-screen cable TV. Guest rooms include a refrigerator, a microwave, a coffee machine, a desk and a patio or balcony with seating area. Select rooms offer a fireplace. The bathroom includes a hairdryer and free toiletries.

Perfect location, spacious and clean rooms. Perfect spot for exploring Monterey with plenty of places to eat nearby. Close to aquarium and Fisherman’s Wharf as well as only 1 minute walk from the sea. Allowed us to park when we arrived early before check in which was really appreciated.

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7.6
Good
1,548 reviews

Hotel Pacific is a boutique hotel located in the centre of Monterey just steps away from the Monterey Conference Center. The Monterey Bay Aquarium and other top area attractions are located within 3 km.

The location was perfect and the hotel was quiet, well kept and clean.

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7.6
Good
1,843 reviews
Price from
£175
per night

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These hotels offer something a little different in the way of design and usually sit in a trendy, urban part of town. More intimate than your average hotel, they offer high standards with a homely vibe.
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  • Avg. price/night: £114.50
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,632 reviews
    Excellent experience overall The rooms are cozy, well designed and very clean. My stay was restful. Wonderful staff. Ricardo runs this place well. And it's a great safe location. I highly recommend. I will definitely return. A++
    F
    FLAVIA
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £234.97
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,522 reviews
    This was our favourite hotel in a long trip across Arizona and California. The design is beautiful which gives a real sense of attention to detail. The staff were helpful and well informed. The location was quiet but also full of possibilities for walking and exploring. A stylish place which made for a relaxing stay.
    ANNABEL
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £248.95
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 112 reviews
    I stayed for a conference since the conference hotel was booked and I’m so glad I did. My room had a cozy fireplace and a stunning view of the bay. The whole property is charming, as are the staff. Plenty of nooks to settle into in the public areas, too, though I didn’t have time for that. This is a lovely inn, and I’ve already rebooked for next year.
    Kristine
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £262.51
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 568 reviews
    We really liked this boutique hotel. Room was so cozy, very clean and spacious. Location is great and staff are nice. Breakfast was ok. Highly recommended for sure! If we are in the area again we would definitely come back.
    Stefdewild78
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £207.86
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 619 reviews
    Very friendly staff, big rooms, clean, also the bathroom. Excelent location. Great parking. They do not have breakfast facilities, but there is scrioss the street a splendid restaurant, with great breakfast and lovely design.
    Necefor
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £234.97
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,522 reviews
    The design of the hotel (the hall is very nice), the cleaness of the rooms, the location in the center of Monterey, the availability of the parking very close to the hotel
    CLAUDIA
    Group
  • Avg. price/night: £234.97
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 2,522 reviews
    The location, the overall design of the hotel, the pool area and the room are all excellent. The staff was very helpful.
    Stephane
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £114.50
    7.3
    Scored 7.3
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,632 reviews
    It was listed as including breakfast - was literally just a cereal bar and coffee at reception. Needed an update throughout and staff seemed a bit fed up. Monterey itself was amazing so just used the room as a base but not a room designed to go back and relax in. Balcony was just a door to the road. Was cheep tho so kept the holiday budget down.
    Leah
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £258.39
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,292 reviews
    Walking distance to both Cannery Row and to Fisherman's Wharf. Access to the beach. The property had an interesting design to it. Great for getting moving!
    Deanne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £149.08
    7.9
    Scored 7.9
    Good
    Rated good
     · 3,202 reviews
    We had a big, airy room on the second floor with view on the lovely (warm!!) pool and hot tub. We loved every second of your stay! Comfortable beds and pillows, luxury toileteries, coffee maker with coffee and cream, soft towels… The location is great too, very close to the beach and kajak rental and close to a lake and park. Our best stay on the West Coast! We would definitely love to stay here again.
    Maud
    Family with young children

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