El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Motel near Monterey Bay in Monterey

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers
Exterior
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

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2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, North Fremont Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Pines Golf Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 247 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 397 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(118 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Monterey

Casanova Oak Knoll stay.Your stay at this Casanova Oak Knoll motel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • North Fremont Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monterey Pines Golf Course - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Del Monte Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Naval Postgraduate School - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel near Monterey Bay in Monterey
El Castell Motel offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This Monterey motel is smoke free.

  • 52 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
El Castell Motel offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Monterey motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 11.28 per night)

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 33.90
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 11.28 per night
  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Eurocard, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is El Castell Motel to the airport?

El Castell Motel is 0.9 mi (2-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at El Castell Motel?

As of Feb 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at El Castell Motel on Feb 3, 2026 start from $61.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does El Castell Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at El Castell Motel.

How close is El Castell Motel to the beach?

This motel is a short 12-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 14-minute walk from Del Monte Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does El Castell Motel offer free breakfast?

El Castell Motel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at El Castell Motel?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at El Castell Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in costs USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

Is there free parking at El Castell Motel?

Free parking is not available at this motel. Self parking is available for USD 11.28 per night.

Does El Castell Motel have a pool?

El Castell Motel features an indoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Does El Castell Motel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is El Castell Motel to downtown Monterey?

El Castell Motel is 1.9 mi away from Monterey.

El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1199 out of 1941 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 503 out of 1941 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1941 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1941 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 41 out of 1941 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raul

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliana

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

EUGENE, EL CERRITO

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Good personnel, Clean room and quiet stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

MAITONG

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
My little family and Our stay was WONDERFUL for 3 days and 2 nights , we had a great time, the staffs are totally AWESOME. The room was very clean and OMG the Best part is they have MAKEUP REMOVES, My daughter forgot to bring her's hahahaa... Anyhow I would totally stay here again =>
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, bed was comfortable. Location was quiet and this was an excellent choice to break my trip and get some rest in a safe area.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliana

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Disliked: Amenities
Fair for the price
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Lukas, Chapel Hill

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great find in the Monterey area. Large rooms, very clean. Perfect for what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maqboolahmed

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean easy check in and out
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adolfo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Leigha

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The cleaning staff were helpful. Out iron had a burnt plate and was immediately replaced with a brand new iron out of the box. We unfortunately had a very noisy family near us, baby and child cried for for long periods. Maybe families like that need to spaced between rooms. I did not like the remote over a camera for checking in or check out. I prefer a more personalised service. Shower head was very irregular and hard to get fully wet, especially to wash long hair. Otherwise the place was good.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabella

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean, this is a very good motel.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Shower head could have been better
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leonel, North Hollywood

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Rickey

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The rooms were clean, staff not very friendly. My granddaughter fell and busted her mouth and the cleanung crew just watched. No one offered ice a cloth anything. Very disappointing. Tried to call to check in late and the number is invalid.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Johannes

Liked: Cleanliness
Rooms and property very clean. Staff friendly. Laundromat handy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marvin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. Close to the Fishermans warf
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good facility for the price…rooms upgraded and staff attentive…
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly quiet and clean. Pool was heated as advertised. Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Kimberly

Traveled with family and small children
Everything was great except the bathtub wouldn’t plug.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025