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Rate and special offer based on Check-in: May 30, 2012 Check-out: May 31, 2012

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Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.4
out of 5
15 reviews
birthday getaway

very nice,clean. Friendly staff, would stay there again. See full review

  • ARCH562
  • Nov 22, 2011
Perfect Accommodations

The office personal checked me in, issued my room key and since I arrived a bit early, it was... See full review

  • bookworm431
  • Sep 2, 2011
The El Castell Motel is an exquisite lodge located in one of the most beautiful areas in the world, Monterey. The lodge features an indoor seasonally heated pool, continental breakfast, business center and free wifi access. All 48 rooms have been recently remodeled and feature LCD TVs. The lodge is 100% nonsmoking. The hotel also offers free breakfast.

El Castell Motel Rooms

Deluxe room 2 pax
Deluxe 1 Queen bed with nonsmoking room with free continental breakfast, free wi-fi, refrigerator and microwave. 32in LCD cable TV including HBO and ESPN
Deluxe Room 4 pax
Deluxe 2 Queen beds with nonsmoking room with free continental breakfast, free wi-fi, refrigerator and microwave. 32in LCD cable TV with HBO and ESPN.

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Area served
Monterey.
Nearby airports
Located less than 10 minutes away from Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY).
Area description
The El Castell Motel is located in one of the most accessible areas of the Monterey Peninsula. Conveniently situated near downtown Monterey and County Fairgrounds, the El Castell Motel offers the casual or business traveler the convenience of easy access to all the Peninsula's golf courses, restaurants, attractions, and special event locations. They are also less than 10 minutes away from Cannery Row, the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf, Pebble beach golf links and Carmel.

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • Accessible parking
  • Business center
  • Free parking
  • Handicapped parking
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • High-speed Internet
  • Indoor Pool
  • Internet Access
  • No Smoking Rooms/Facilities
  • Pool
  • Wheel Chair Access
  • Wireless Internet

Dining

Monterey Cookhouse
Located across the street, The Monterey Cookhouse is part of a movement towards homeade, fresh and natural cuisine, slow cooked from scratch. Their "comfort cuisine' ranges from casual to fine dining. You may feast on a hearty platter of fried chicken, or a gourmet rib eye,wood fired, and served on a bed of mashed potatoes and green beans,and slathered in a red wine reduction.
Caruso's Corner Restaurant
Also located across the street, Caruso's Corner Restaurant is an Italian restaurant, named one of the best in the peninsula.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
1500
Check-out:
1100

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use. All information has been provided by this hotel and not by Orbitz

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Guest Reviews (15)

Ratings and reviews for El Castell Motel

Overall score

3.4 / 5
15 out of 15
Amenities:
2.8
Room cleanliness:
3.5
Hotel staff:
3.3
Room comfort:
3.5
Location:
3.6
Value:
3.7

80% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

4
ARCH562
Hayward, CA, USA
Nov 22, 2011

birthday getaway

very nice,clean. Friendly staff, would stay there again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

4
bookworm431
Los Angeles, CA, USA
Sep 2, 2011

Perfect Accommodations

The office personal checked me in, issued my room key and since I arrived a bit early, it was suggested by the nice lady in the office that I can either visit the Aquarium, Fisherman's wharf ,or Just hang around until the room was available (they were being cleaned when I arrived)... The aquarium, the Wharf, and local museums were in close proximity to the motel so I was able to sight see, shop, eat, visit the local banks, post office...... It was truly a pleasant experience.... I would HIGHLY recommend El Castell to anyone.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

The Motel offers room service by Dominos Pizza... however the Dominos locations is just down the street..... Its just better to drive there =)

Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

2
Lok
San Jose, Ca
Nov 27, 2010

just OK

when I got in the room, around 10 flies were hanging around, I spent whole night killing them all, I bet some of the flies egg was left in the room, that's why there're so many of them. Breakfast doesn't provide napkins? It's a minor thing, but, it's like a no brainer.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

5
urbtexture
Salt Lake City, Ut
Aug 9, 2010

good value for the money

Right off the freeway, as small as the room we had in Mission Bay, but cleaner, more comfortable, and MUCH nicer!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The Monterey Cookhouse is first rate!!

Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

5
John
Not Provided
Jul 27, 2010

Excellent value, clean and spacious

Excellent value, clean and spacious rooms. Breakfast area is a bit small but that is only a small issue. I would reccomend to anyone.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

3
blues fan
la
Jun 29, 2010

god for blue location

unevenful

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
1
Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

3
cmoca
Morro Bay, CA
May 1, 2010

Good Deal

My husband and I have stayed at the El Castell every September for the Jazz Festival and we have started staying there for other trips to Monterey. It is a basic, clean motel. We are alway too busy to spend a lot of time in a motel room and we don't need a fancy motel room when all we do is shower and sleep there. The staff is nice and accommodating.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
5
Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

3
Ticktock
Roseville CA
Aug 10, 2009

El Castell - Aug Review

The amenities were fine for the price. The outside hallway was over lighted. Our first night was a difficult one. Management did fix the problem the next day and it was no problem

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
4
Shopping tip: Short drive from hotel

Lots of specialty shops and a retail mall within a 15 minute drive. Prices were reasonable considering this was tourist season.

Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

3
lovedthebeach
Business
san jose, ca
Aug 10, 2009

OK.....

Didn't know the adult book store and loud music was right next door...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
2
Location:
1
Value:
2
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of El Castell Motel

Reviewer score

4
Mr. Cheapskate and family
SF Bay Area
Jul 8, 2009

Convenient short drive to Cannery Row

The first night was bad and we missed a lot of sleep due to drunken visitors in the rooms above us, and the manager said he tried but failed to keep them under control. Next two night were quiet and peaceful and saved the stay as far as we were concerned. other wise, a very basic hotel, but a good base for Monterey peninsula activities.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
3
Location:
4
Value:
3
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

This palce is in a row of Motels on N. Fremont St., so it would pay to check the price on all of to get a cheaper price.

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