Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4.0 star property
4-star spa resort near Monterey Bay, connected to the convention center

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2 restaurants, breakfast served
2 restaurants, breakfast served
2 restaurants, breakfast served

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Monterey Convention Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Golden State Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Portola Room Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(242 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Portola)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(131 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Portola)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed (Partial Harbor View)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(33 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Harbor View)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(21 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Harbor View (Partial)

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Portola)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Monterey

Oceanside stay.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Monterey resort, you'll find Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row. Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Monterey Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Golden State Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dennis the Menace Playground - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Cannery Row - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 9 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Captain + Stoker - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4-star spa resort near Monterey Bay, connected to the convention center
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Monterey resort is smoke free.

  • 379 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 9 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers 379 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period); wired internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per night)

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured self parking on site (USD 29.04 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 40.65 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: USD 8 to 20 for adults and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 58.18 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay), plus a deposit of USD 58.18 per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 58.18 per stay.
  • 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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 29.04 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 40.65 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 58.18 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 58.18 per accommodation (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 58.18 per stay

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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Spa hours are 9 AM-7 PM, Sunday to Thursday, and 9 AM to 9 PM on Friday and Saturday.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Portola
Monterey Bay Portola Hotel
Portola Hotel
Portola Hotel Monterey Bay
Portola Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel And Spa At Monterey Bay
Portola
Portola Hotel Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola & At Monterey Monterey
Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Resort
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Resort Monterey

Frequently asked questions

How close is Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay to the airport?

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is 3.4 mi (13-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 Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

As of Feb 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay on Mar 16, 2026 start from $195.49, 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 Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay.

How close is Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay to the beach?

This resort is a short 9-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 13-minute walk from San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 8 and 20 for adults, USD 5 and 10 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 29.04 per night, and valet parking for USD 40.65 per night.

Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have a pool?

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.

Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have a spa?

This resort has a spa, which features massages.

How close is Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay to downtown Monterey?

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is 0.1 mi away from Monterey.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2054 out of 2965 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 539 out of 2965 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 229 out of 2965 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 2965 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 72 out of 2965 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John, Gilroy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room, great staff at Jacks. Kenny and Daira were great Will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, Lodi

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

GRAHAM, Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were provided with an upgraded harbor view room for a minimal fee. Gorgeous! Can't beat the ambiance.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff member were welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Gerald, Ventura

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theodore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean! Kind. Dog friendly!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Latasha

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyed my stay. Room was nice, bed was comfy (minus the pillows). Great location walking distance to everything. Only downfall were no charging stations for non tesla vehicles when i was told there were.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rizelle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was friendly and very helpful. The rooms and bathrooms were clean. Wonderful location!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
You didn’t have a continental breakfast which I was surprised and the prices on the Jack’s menu was too high for us but overall, we had 99% fantastic day
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liana

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and very accomodating. Very clean, enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

KATHERINE

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our favorite getaway. From start to finish you have all you need. Greeting at front door, valet and bag taken care of right away. Hotel lobby and bar are wonderful. Walking distance to most and many options right at the hotel. Coffee is wonderful at Carmel coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edita

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, clean room, comfortable beds, and an excellent cafe!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorena

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large hotel. Excellent lobby with restaurant. Rooms were clean and cozy. Daily parking fee for self-parking or valet.
Outside of hotel- with short walk to shops and Alvarado Street Brewery.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chwa jin

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The staff were friendly, and the rooms were clean and nice. It's located in the Old Town, making it great for a walk.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaretann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome place. Well maintained & great location! Room was stunning. Property was beautiful & clean. Lots of amenities steps away outside plus restaurants etc. we are at the onsite restaurant which offers breakfast & dinner- it was delicious! My only critique would be that you have to physically leave the hotel into a public courtyard area where there are shoppes etc for fresh brewed coffee or pastries … while they do offer kurieg kcups in room w minimal fixings tho for the easy to please coffee folks. But I prefer a great morning cup of coffee which required me to put myself together to go in public view lol! 😝 minor criticism when all things are considered! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and the staff was always friendly and courteous
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jordan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel is super clean, all the staff is top-notch in their customer service. Location is great!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy, Severna Park

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location near the harbor and great views. Food at restaurant was also very good. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Great time! Great Staff! We would recommend this place to anyone!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great. The hotel is beautiful and convenient. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

arjang

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel located in central downtown Monterey. Close to everything. My only complaint was the shower head water pressure.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The was very clean. The staff were very courteous and helpful. The T-Mobile signal, my carrier, in the hotel was very, very low. One bar at best. Using the hotel's Wi-Fi for phone calls and iPhone internet access was necessary. The only major downside was the room's HVAC system. There was a forced air 24/7 continuous movement of "outside" air into the room, which resulted in air temps of 66-68 deg. F, when one was gone from the room for a period of time, even if the heat was left on. So, it appears that a motion sensor in the room detected one's presence and turned off the heating, when one was gone from the room. This took a while to learn. Once one returned to the room and one's presence was detected, the heat would come back on. It took 10-15 minutes to bring the room back to the thermostat's set temperature.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025