Just 6.4 km from the Monterey Bay Aquarium, El Castell Motel features an indoor heated pool and all guest rooms feature free WiFi. Guest rooms feature a microwave and a refrigerator. The rooms also include TV with cable channels and a work desk. Laundry facilities are available to guests of this motel. The Monterey County Fairgrounds and Old Fisherman's Wharf are 5 km away. California State University of Monterey Bay and Fort Ord are a short drive from the El Castell Motel. The Monterey Museum is 3.4 km away from El Castell Motel.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.2 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Free parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 sofa bed
and
2 large double beds
3 large double beds
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
3 large double beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.8
Facilities
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Comfort
8.7
Value for money
8.4
Location
8.3
Free WiFi
8.5
High score for Monterey
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Rosey
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Convenient Stay. Great to have a water filter available for drinking water.
  • Gillian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Plenty of parking - big and very clean room. Coffee maker with plenty of supplies, fridge, microwave. Bath & shower. Ice machine ( ice bucket in room. Indoor swimming - great for families. Coffee machine also available free in reception
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, comfortable, convenient. Friendly staff and great pool!

Property surroundings

Facilities of El Castell Motel
Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular facilities
  • Indoor swimming pool
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Coffee machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Vending machine (drinks)
  • Wake-up service
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • 24-hour front desk
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Visual aids: Tactile signs
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Higher level toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Indoor swimming pool
Free!
  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Heated pool
  • Shallow end
  • Pool/beach towels
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Hindi

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

El Castell Motel takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of USD 200 is required on arrival. That's about GBP 159. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 11 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Mastercard Visa Discover American Express El Castell Motel accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform El Castell Motel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of US$200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about El Castell Motel

  • Room options at El Castell Motel include:

    • Double
    • Family
    • Suite
    • Triple
    • Quadruple

  • The nearest beach is just 950 yards from El Castell Motel. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • El Castell Motel is 1.8 miles from the centre of Monterey. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at El Castell Motel is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • The prices at El Castell Motel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • El Castell Motel offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Swimming Pool

  • Yes, El Castell Motel is popular with guests booking family stays.