Gateway Lodge

Property class: 2
Hotel near Eolian Dunes Preserve in Seaside

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A Gateway Lodge building with a visible entrance, a parking area, and a sign indicating the presence of a dental office.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a window with blinds, and a dining area with two wooden chairs.
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a stainless steel sink, and a window with blinds.
A modern kitchen with a built-in oven, microwave, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
An outdoor patio area with a seating arrangement and string lights.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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1909 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA, 93955
  • Place, Eolian Dunes Preserve
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey State Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Fort Ord Dunes State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪4 min drive‬

Room options

Basic Single Room, 1 King Bed

7.4 out of 10
Good
(39 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Single Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Classic Room, 2 Double Beds

  • 279 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Double Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Classic Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Seaside

City center stay.A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Eolian Dunes Preserve and 6 miles (10 km) of Fisherman's Wharf. Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Eolian Dunes Preserve - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Monterey State Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Fort Ord Dunes State Park - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • North Fremont Street - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Pacchetti Dog Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 19 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Panda Express - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Barba Azul - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Gateway Lodge

Hotel near Eolian Dunes Preserve in Seaside
As a guest of Gateway Lodge, you'll find express check-in and express check-out. The front desk is open around the clock. Self parking is free.

This Seaside hotel is smoke free.

  • 33 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • No smoking on site
Gateway Lodge offers 33 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Irons/ironing boards, change of towels, and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van 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.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (32 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk, lockbox

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Gateway Lodge Hotel
Gateway Lodge Seaside
Gateway Lodge Hotel Seaside

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gateway Lodge to the airport?

Gateway Lodge is 2.6 mi (11-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 Gateway Lodge?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gateway Lodge on Sep 7, 2026 start from $96, 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 Gateway Lodge have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Gateway Lodge.

How close is Gateway Lodge to the beach?

This hotel is a short 11-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 8.4 mi (21-min drive) from Carmel Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gateway Lodge offer free breakfast?

Gateway Lodge does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Gateway Lodge?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Gateway Lodge?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Gateway Lodge?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Gateway Lodge have a pool?

Gateway Lodge does not have a pool.

Does Gateway Lodge have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Gateway Lodge to downtown Seaside?

Gateway Lodge is 0.2 mi away from Seaside.

Gateway Lodge Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 361 out of 864 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 174 out of 864 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 864 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 100 out of 864 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 94 out of 864 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.8/10

Staff & service

6.4/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Michelle

Overall great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ana C

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. Clean and convenient
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jose-Mario

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms can be cleaner but overall not a bad stay and a great Mexican restaurant across the street of the hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was very comfortable and accommodating due to the nature that we're disabled. And the front desk clerk was extremely friendly and he remembered us from a previous visit. We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect for an affordable stay near Monterey and NorCal! I'm super grateful for the Gateway Lodge's prices in a sea of pretty overpriced hotels and motels!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rosa

It was nice easy access feels secure
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The parking was excellent. It was right next to our room so it made things easy for us to move our stuff inside. We had an issue with our water knob being hot in our bathtub, but they quickly resolve the issue. I would definitely return again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, nice room. Friendly staff. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Minseok

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good location, affordable price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Eva

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fine rooms that need an update and a good clean. Noisy area, but ok for a night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Hector

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay overall. The room was clean, comfortable, and well-maintained, and the bed was especially comfortable after a long day. The staff was friendly and helpful, making check-in and check-out quick and easy. The location was convenient, with easy access to nearby restaurants and attractions. I also appreciated the quiet atmosphere—it made it easy to relax. There were a few small things that could be improved, but nothing that took away from the overall experience. I would definitely consider staying here again and would recommend it to others looking for a reliable and comfortable place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Glen

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Less than desirable location, run down and would not choose to stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Best to call ahead to see if you will have in -room microwave. There is an accessible microwave in common space as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs places to hang garments
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Jose

Cool lil spot
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Emil

Liked: Staff & service
Easy parking. Helpful staff. Disfunctional tub, hole in the wall covered by odd poster.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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8/10 Good

Alma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over all the stay was good. With the exception of the room next to our room they were playing loud music and making loud noises up to 2:30 am
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The room was very small and shabby but clean, and the bed was comfortable. Walls are paper thin. Very overpriced.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, fair price, clean rooms, rooms have everything but a microwave, beds and pillows aren't uncomfortable but not fluffy, check in takes a bit longer than usual, outside isn't as clean as in the rooms but the area feels safe and secure. Shower pressure is non existent. Would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Yulisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a good experience
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

BERNADETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff at front desk are nice...our room is clean and spacious. Convenient location, close to Costco and restaurants. Will definitely recommend and will definitely come back.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Shakar

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
About what you would expect from a 2-star place. Our room had an extra room inside of it with bunk beds with 2 twin-size beds in the main room. could sleep 6 to 7 people with double bunking. Great plus. The rooms themselves need a facelift for sure. Sheets seemed clean. bathroom was under par - water issues at the sink and shower.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hands down if you’re just looking for a place without any of the over the top expectations because the vacation you’re looking for is somewhat filled with more simplicity than I would say this is the place for you. Had a very easy and simple check-in process. Simple no hassle card key to the room. And as wonderful, clean and plain property to enjoy on my vacation. I am most definitely recommending this place to anyone who is looking for convenience, and once again without anything extra…
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very clean room and a great bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025