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Monterey Surf Inn

2.0 star property
Motel near Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey

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Front of property
Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Bathroom sink

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1200 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Munras Avenue
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Monte Shopping Center
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(158 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

7.4 out of 10
Good
(23 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Monterey

Monterey Vista stay.Your stay at this Monterey Vista motel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row. Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Munras Avenue - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Del Monte Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Waterfront - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Golden State Theatre - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 13 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizza My Heart - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Lalla Grill Del Monte - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Little Korea - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Monterey Surf Inn

Motel near Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey
A free manager's reception is offered daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at Monterey Surf Inn. Free self parking is available. A complete renovation of Monterey Surf Inn was completed in June 2024.

This Monterey motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Monterey Surf Inn offers 27 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature blackout drapes/curtains. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps). Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is offered on request and hair dryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free daily manager's reception

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Monterey Surf Inn
Surf Inn Monterey
Surf Monterey
Monterey Surf Hotel Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel
Monterey Surf Inn Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

How close is Monterey Surf Inn to the airport?

Monterey Surf Inn is 3.9 mi (7-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 Monterey Surf Inn?

As of May 27, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Monterey Surf Inn on May 28, 2026 start from $85, including 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 Monterey Surf Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Monterey Surf Inn.

How close is Monterey Surf Inn to the beach?

This motel is 3.4 mi (11-min drive) from Carmel Beach and 1.2 mi (6-min drive) from Monterey State Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Monterey Surf Inn offer free breakfast?

Monterey Surf Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Monterey Surf Inn?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at Monterey Surf Inn?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.

Is there free parking at Monterey Surf Inn?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Monterey Surf Inn have a pool?

Monterey Surf Inn does not have a pool.

Does Monterey Surf Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Monterey Surf Inn to downtown Monterey?

Monterey Surf Inn is 0.9 mi away from Monterey.

Monterey Surf Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 705 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1237 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 68 out of 1237 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean room, comfortable bed. Only complaint is the thin thin walls where you can hear people talking in the next room and playing music. But for $65.99 a night, I shouldn't complain.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was good and clean but the bathroom door didn't say shut and there's things on the mattress and it was really loud last night
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

pedro

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfy
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Cathie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a lovely stay! The room was very clean and comfortable. I love the new upgrades such as the floor and the outside! The coffee machine inside the lobby was the bomb!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Jazmin

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
For the most beds are clean and comfortable, although floor feels like need better cleaning there was few dirty spots on the floor and lots of hair in the shower, fridge was making a sound whole night, parking is good no extra charge!!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Rhonda

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I know they are trying hard to make this place nice, however they need to focus on the guest service. The banging of the doors is so obnoxious and loud! Construction on a room with the guys trucks parked sideways in the lot cant get to the room, loud Construction it was terrible. The room is sterile, no blow dryer for hair, just a bed and sink, Tv not inviting at all, the room is stark white with blinding lights. Ugh its not good at all. Thin walls you van hear everything!!!!!!! Needs a lot of work
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

Diana

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
I got a much smaller room in a corner with no windows. The size advertised was not what I got. I asked why and I was told all tooms are the same. That is not true. I haved stayed thete befire. And just the fact if no window makes it incorrect tesponse. Never staying here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Laurie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
The room was fine. Very small, but functional. It had a refrigerator and microwave, but no coffee maker. I'd rather have a coffee maker than a microwave. The shower was very low pressure, but we did always have hot water. The parking is very tight. All in all it was fine for what we needed. Nothing fancy, but clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

2/10 Terrible

Andrew

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst place to stay Room was bare not worth the money, don’t stay here. I got bites on my ankles, we had booked 2 nights but left after 1. I guess in Monterey $200 a night is bottom of the barrel hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

4/10 Poor

RAJA

Traveled with family
Disliked: Amenities
Overall Okay, The room we stayed in was not comfortable, Restroom is straight up trash from the toilet to the shower and sink very outdated. Needs Improvement. The bed is not comfortable. Check in was easy, Will not recommend to anyone nor will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ernest L, Oviedo

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great people there
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Alexandru

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Hyun Ho

It would have been better if they had a chair and a desk to sit down and do the work.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Eliseo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are great for the price , bed was very comfortable, clean rooms as well . The only downside is the parking , spaces are very small and seems like there’s not enough parking for the amount of rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very easy check-in, clean room. My experience was pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Stella, Novato

Liked: Cleanliness
Sink was in the room making it impossible to brush teeth without waking others up. Otherwise, the room was clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable bed
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is top notch. Quiet busy location, clean surroundings and insides, and a responsive staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was easy and quick. Room was spotless, loved parking at my room,(motorcycle).I recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

6/10 Okay

Hannah

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
There wasn't always someone available at the front desk. Room was clean, but our non-smoking room had a leftover scent of smoke.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Doug

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026