Wave Street Inn

2.5 star property
Hotel near Cannery Row in Monterey

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In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, free cribs/infant beds
50-inch TV with cable channels, iPod dock
Interior entrance
Exterior
Courtyard

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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571 Wave Street, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Cannery Row
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Cannery Row)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Cannery Row)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(112 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite (The Wave Suite)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Monterey

Seaside stay .You'll be steps from Cannery Row and within a 10-minute walk of Monterey Bay Aquarium with a stay at this New Monterey hotel. American Tin Cannery and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Cannery Row - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lovers Point - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 6 min walk
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Sea Harvest Fish Market - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Torito - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Wave Street Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Sardine Factory - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Wave Street Inn

Hotel near Cannery Row in Monterey
As a guest of Wave Street Inn, you'll find a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. WiFi is free in public spaces. Wave Street Inn also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and an elevator. Parking is available for a fee.
  • 32 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
Wave Street Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature iPod docking stations and laptop-compatible safes. Premium cable television is provided. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Monterey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 19.21 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Self parking fee: USD 19.21 per night

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 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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or 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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Otter Inn Monterey
Otter Inn
Otter Monterey
Otter Hotel Monterey
Wave Street Inn Monterey
Wave Street Monterey
Wave Street
Wave Street Inn Hotel
Wave Street Inn Monterey
Wave Street Inn Hotel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

How close is Wave Street Inn to the airport?

Wave Street Inn is 4.3 mi (15-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 Wave Street Inn?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Wave Street Inn on Dec 15, 2025 start from $128.0, 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 Wave Street Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Wave Street Inn.

How close is Wave Street Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 8-minute walk from San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater and 4-minute walk from McAbee Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Wave Street Inn offer free breakfast?

Wave Street Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Wave Street Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Wave Street Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Wave Street Inn?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 19.21 per night.

Does Wave Street Inn have a pool?

Wave Street Inn does not have a pool.

Does Wave Street Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Wave Street Inn to downtown Monterey?

Wave Street Inn is 0.9 mi away from Monterey.

Reviews

Wave Street Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 681 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 230 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 24 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1004 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The property looks much better in the pictures than in reality. It's a few blocks from the ocean but has no ocean view. Check-in is at a desk from the garage, and the rooms are motel-style, with only windows facing the outdoor hallways.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

Great location! Walking distance to the Aquarium. The bed was very comfortable. Bring ear plugs the seagulls can be quite loud. We enjoyed the fire pits on level 2.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay here, wish it had been longer! Beds were comfortable and location perfect - would highly recommend to anyone going to Monterey
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaye and Al

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wave Street Inn is a wonderful hotel: very convenient to everything on Cannery Row, the Aquarium, and excellent restaurants. The parking is reasonable plentiful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Rebecca J

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Comfortable bed, kind and helpful staff. Thin walls and noisy people unfortunately.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

James

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good price for being so close to cannery row. The blinds were frayed as were the bath towels. Furniture was pretty beat up. Staff was very helpful and friendly. Seagulls on the tin roof might keep you up at night if you’re on the top floor
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Jose

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location was great and check in was was easy but wife saw a flea jump on her and daughter ended up with a couple of bug bites that we're now assuming were flea bites. its unfortunate because it couldve otherwise been a better stay
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Teri

Traveled with family
The property smelled weird and there were flys around the elevator near the trash can. It had a nice shower head. It was close to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, helpful staff, daily room service and convenient location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuyen

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Steps away from all the shops/restaurants of Cannery Row at an affordable price. Staff was great. We were able to do early check-in on a busy 4th of July weekend at no extra charge! We were Also given a good bag at check in with a bunch of snacks which was perfect when we went to explore the 17 mile drive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ma Louella Medina

Liked: Amenities
Nice staff,clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jereme

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice and conveniente
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Monterey - Cannery Row

Great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fire pit wax awesome!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Theresa

Traveled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Sorry, not a special location. Rooms dated, poor lighting. Courtyard was LOUD late and early.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great layout, and very comfortable beds. The service was great and had amazing ocean views. The only issue was the ceiling was noisy when upstairs tenants walked so it was tough when they walked into their room after midnight. Otherwise, we highly recommend staying on top level floors and enjoying the great eats recommended by the concierge.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location & nice property

Parking was a plus! They charge for parking but all parking in the area is paid. Service was great! Front desk staff friendly & helpful. Room was clean & updated. Close to all the tourists spots. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025