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Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial Monterey hotel in Old Monterey with a marina
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
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Standard, One King Bed | Terrace/patio
Standard, One King Bed
Shower, hair dryer, dressing gowns, towels
Exterior
Premium Suite | Living area

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Breakfast included
    Breakfast included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Monterey Convention Center
    2 min walk
  • Golden State Theatre
    3 min walk
  • Waterfront
    4 min walk
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    9 min drive

Room options

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Standard, One King Bed

Standard, One King Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Honeymoon Suite

Honeymoon Suite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Portable fan
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium Suite | Living area

Premium Suite

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Monterey

Merritt House Hotel puts you in the heart of Monterey, within a 20-minute stroll of Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row. Highlights at this Colonial hotel include a marina and free self-service breakfast. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and a front desk safe. Additionally, you'll find a coffee shop/cafe and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 30-minute walk of this Old Monterey hotel include Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium.

What's nearby

  • Monterey Convention Center - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Cannery Row - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lovers Point - 4 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 6 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Revival Ice Cream - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Colonial Monterey hotel in Old Monterey with a marina
Merritt House Hotel offers its guests a marina. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Merritt House Hotel also features a garden, coffee/tea in common area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Colonial Monterey hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Merritt House Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower, dressing gowns and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and a ceiling fan. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 3 PM to 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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.

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, 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 and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Merritt House
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
Merritt House Monterey
Merritt Inn
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Hotel Hotel
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Hotel Hotel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Merritt House Hotel?

Yep, Merritt House Hotel has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 20.00 per day. Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Merritt House Hotel?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt House Hotel on 2 Dec 2024 start from AU$336.02, 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.

Are there any beaches close to Merritt House Hotel?

Yep, Merritt House Hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Monterey State Beach. Fun beach activities include surfing, snorkelling and scuba diving. You can also find boat tours.

Does Merritt House Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, free self-service breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Merritt House Hotel?

No, Merritt House Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-in is from 3 PM to 6:00 PM, and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Merritt House Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Merritt House Hotel?

There is a golf course next to Merritt House Hotel.

Merritt House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 594 out of 1040 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 302 out of 1040 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1040 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 40 out of 1040 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1040 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patricia, Sacramento

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Professional staff and nicely maintained property.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Raleigh

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic Monterey hotel in perfect location.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sweet cozy place
Always clean and staff is always friendly! Nice continental breakfast to give you a boost!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Birthday and Anniversary getaway
When we arrived at Merritt House hotel, the girls were welcoming, courteous and accommodating.They went out of their way to wish us a Happy Anniversary and my birthday. The best part of our stay was everything is walking distance to restaurants and Fisherman's Wharf. Their is a great Farmer's Market on Tuesdays 4-8pm. For the price of room, I don't feel parking should be charged and more investment needs to be done on more comfortable mattresses. I would consider staying at and recommending to stay there if improvements are made. Otherwise Merritt House Hotel is in a perfect location, nice patio area, includes Continental breakfast and staff are Great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a cute place. Loved the room. Very comfortable and decorated nicely. Parking is available but very tight. Easy walk to the pier. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Colton, Tustin

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Broken tiles on fireplace, loose and flickering lamps, extremely bad smelling fridge, but it was not clear there was no ac. Fine, except the was absolutely ZERO outlets for the fan, unless we plugged it into the bedside alarm clock. And when we opened the balcony, which felt unsafe, the neighbors were smoking all night. It was hot hell to sleep there.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria Lourdes

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was very comfortable and large.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daviana

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great stay! I really had been so happy with this stay! I have been traveling using various hotels for 15 year on now and this one is certainly at the top of my list of a great stays. The room was so expansive, so much room and everything was CLEAN! I am a professional house cleaner and it was at my standards. Everything was wiped down, spotless and in good condition! The other reviews mention needs for updates and I can only say that for the thermostat on the grounds I couldn't tell how to work it, but it wasn't even needed, it never got hotter than 68 F while we were staying there. The staff was wonderful, friendly and helpful. The parking was limited but simple. The whole time we were there we didn't hear much but I also believe not many other guests were there. The design and features of the room were so elegant and beautifully done. It was a great blend of upscale modern with a cottage charm. All the rooms have a balcony, wish they weren't connected, but it had chairs and table and it was so beautiful and peace there. The continental breakfast was lovely and they served it with real bowls, plates and cloth napkins which I have never experienced before. They even had actual keys for the rooms not a card which I found so charming. We only stayed one night so the price was perfect for us and I'm not sure if it would have been as affordable for more days with less of a last minute of a booking, but I would more than likely thinking of this property if we return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Daniel

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room itself was ok aside from the musty dampness. I did like the room layout and the bathroom looked recently updated. For the price of the room I was shocked at having to pay an additional $20.00 a night for parking. I was told I could park in a municipal parking garage a couple blocks away for the same price. Would I stay here again? For the price, not a chance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the major sites were walkable or take the free trolley.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Location
Great stay!! Great Hotel!! Perfect Area!! Walking distance to everything!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Esther

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No comment
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Andrew, Solvang

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a VERY tired hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laudan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Adding beauty to a business trip
Loved my stay at the Merritt hotel, they were extremely friendly and accommodating and beautiful grounds. It was also a stone's throw away from the conference center which made my conference much easier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Richard, Santa Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No hot water!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Monica, West Hills

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice charming little inn. Convenient location however the noise from the street kept me up all night. Lots of loud motorcycles driving through until midnight. Water pressure was decent and place was very clean. Front desk lady was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Matthew

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A nice, non-chain choice that is very convenient to the convention center and waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myongsun

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Stephanie Marie

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Amenities
I probably wouldn’t suggest staying here, especially in the summer. No ac and all you are given is a single stand up fan. It was uncomfortably hot to sleep in the room. The ice machine is outside and contained dirt and small insects. Besides that, it is in a great location and the price is fair- maybe in cooler months it would be worth it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aksana

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family and I stayed there for one night. The location is great. The staff were friendly. It is a quite old facility but very charming.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel in the heart of Monterey
We had a king room that faced the parking lot, which was not ideal, but the furnishings were beautiful. Room was small but comfortable. Great location, we easily walked to Fisherman’s Wharf, Alvarado Street market, and had access to a number of different restaurants. Quick trip by car or tram to Cannery Row.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024