$79 Avg/night
Rate based on Check-in: Jan 23, 2013 Check-out: Jan 25, 2013

Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

3 stars
1400 DEL MONTE BLVD, SEASIDE, CA 93955
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
3.6
out of 5
86 reviews
Nice Hotel; Great Location; Friendly Staff

Did a quick overnight in Monterey and were glad we selected the Holiday Inn Express at Monterey... See full review

  • theclockguy
  • Nov 19, 2012
family getaway

Hotel staff was friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel was close to beach, aquarium,... See full review

  • mommy001
  • Nov 16, 2012
Two blocks to gorgeous Monterey coastline

Enjoy the convenience of Holiday Inn Express's location, just two blocks from Monterey's coastline and close to Highway 1, Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Bay Aquarium, and world-class golf at Pebble Beach. Tour nearby Carmel-by-the-Sea or visit the Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway. Guests return from touring to find 143 newly redesigned rooms, an outdoor heated pool and Jacuzzi, and a fitness center. Services and amenities, including complimentary wireless Internet access, keep the busy tourist comfortable and relaxed. The hotel is non-smoking.

Highlights
  • Newly redesigned guest rooms
  • Complimentary express hot breakfast
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access
Rooms

Renovated rooms feature one king or two full-size beds with duvets and a choice of soft and firm pillows and Holiday Inn Express signature Simply Smart shower/tub. Complimentary Wi-Fi Internet access and satellite television with pay-per-view movies offer guest entertainment, while the desk, coffee maker, and free local calls enable working.

Features

Guests at this Two Diamond hotel enjoy proximity to some of the Monterey Peninsula's most desirable tourist attractions, including Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row, and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Start the day with a workout at the fitness center or complimentary Express Start hot breakfast, featuring scrambled eggs or cheese omelets, bacon, sausage, gravy and biscuits, hot cinnamon rolls, and over 20 other items.

Transportation
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (1.4 mi/2.2 km)
  • San Jose International Airport (73.1 mi/118 km)
Nearby attractions
  • Dennis the Menace Park (1 mi/1.6 km)
  • Fisherman's Wharf (2 mi/3.2 km)
  • Cannery Row (3 mi/4.9 km)
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium (4 mi/6.4 km)
Business
  • Limited business center offering photocopying and fax services

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Reviewer score 3.3 out of 5

Hotel Map

36.606 -121.8574
Nearby airports
San Francisco International Airport, (SFO), 90.00, MI; Monterey Peninsula Airport, (MRY), 3.00, MI; San Jose International Airport, (SJC), 45.00, MI;
Area description
Resort, resort

Amenities

  • Accessible facilities
  • Business center
  • Children's activities
  • Continental breakfast
  • Executive level
  • FAX
  • FREE breakfast
  • Free local telephone calls
  • FREE parking
  • Golf
  • High-speed internet
  • Ice machine
  • Maid service
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Safe deposit box
  • Shops/Commercial services
  • Tennis

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
03:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

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.

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Guest Reviews (86)

Ratings and reviews for Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Overall score

3.6 / 5
86 out of 86
Amenities:
3.7
Room cleanliness:
4.2
Hotel staff:
4.1
Room comfort:
3.9
Location:
4.1
Value:
3.8

77% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

4
theclockguy
Vista CA
Nov 19, 2012

Nice Hotel; Great Location; Friendly Staff

Did a quick overnight in Monterey and were glad we selected the Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay. Very convenient location. Extremely friendly front desk staff - helpful, too. Nice clean room. Excellent value.

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

We had GREAT Italian food at the St Lucia restaurant in Monterey. Quick, attentive service. Address is 484 Washington St. Highly Recommend. We will go back there on our next trip to Monterey. They offer other fare in addition to the Italian dishes. Lovely atmosphere, too. Owner very present and engaged. It was a wonderful dining experience.

Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

4
mommy001
chico, ca
Nov 16, 2012

family getaway

Hotel staff was friendly. Room was clean and comfortable. Hotel was close to beach, aquarium, highway. Heated spa was nice. Noisy at night with late check ins.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

3
cookwees
Concord, CA, USA
Oct 23, 2012

hotel review

Clean, quiet and in an easy accessible location. Nice little marsh and a short trail nearby too.

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

Passionfish in Pacific Grove is amazing.

Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

4
golf crazy mom
stockton
Oct 6, 2012

relaxing by the bay nice view out the back

had a great room away from the busy street that faced the lagoon beautiful view

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

chilis nearby

Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

3
Sam TS
San Jose, CA
Oct 1, 2012

Okay

Little on the higher $$ for what it is. But I think prices in Monterey are on the high side anyways. Embassy suites next to it seem to be better and has indoor swimming pool. Next time we go, we'll check out the embassy suites. Other then that it was clean and we spent a good night

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
2
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
3
Location:
3
Value:
3
Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

2
Catherinez
san francisco
Aug 5, 2012

Not great

Rooms are too small for the price, freeway noise, not very clean room

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
1
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
2
Room comfort:
1
Location:
3
Value:
2
Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

4
Jen Traveler
Business
New York, New York
Jul 16, 2012

Four stars

Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY is a great hotel -- comfortable, pleasant, convenient, minutes away by car from Cannery Row...

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

4
Disney Queen
West Sacramento, CA, USA
Apr 9, 2012

Monterey Mini getaway~

I choose this hotel by reading the reviews. The most important thing to me when staying at a hotel is cleanliness and that it was it even smelled clean. The beds were comfy with lots of pillows. We stayed in room 329 which was really nice it faced the lake and the last room at the end so no neighbors on our left. We had 6 in our room my 1 year old's pack and play fit perfect next to our bed since the room was small not what we are used to but staying for one night I didn't want to spend to much on a room. My 2 teens shared 1 bed and me and my husband and 7 year old were in the other we were all comfy. The staff was fantastic so nice and quick I called the front desk for a shower cap and another roll of TP and they responded so fast. The room didn't have a fridge, but I called and asked for one and they told me they have them but they are on a first come first serve basis and in less then 10 min they brought us a fridge. They also serve a good full continental breakfast cearel, pastrys, boiled eggs, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, eggs, yogurt, fruit, and cinnamon rolls which my husband loved. Lots of beverage choices too. We were less then 10 min from Cannery Row we visited the Aquarium which was fantastic can't wait to go back. I would stay here again and recommend this hotel for their cleanliness, fast and friendly service.

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

If you are looking for a good meal, nice view, and are on a $50 budget for a family of 5 with 2 adults 1 teen and 2 kids then eat at El Toritos on Cannery Row ask for a booth. We ate at Jhonny Rockets the first day and spent $65 incl tip. We spent $50 incl tip @ El Toritos Mexicain Restaurant with more food and a beautiful view of the Bay.

Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

4
Stay a few days
Business
California, USA
Mar 20, 2012

convenient

Conveniently located to all that I had to do for a business trip. Staff was very helpful.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Review of Holiday Inn Express AT MONTEREY BAY

Reviewer score

4
Kling
California, USA
Feb 22, 2012

Good value in Monterey

The location was extremely convenient and WAY cheaper than nearby hotels (Embassy Suite next door was lots more/night.) There were 8 of us - 5 adults, 3 children ... got 2 rooms. Hotel is adjacent to a beautiful city park - with access to a nice hiking path around a pond. Lots of good bird watching! Only complaint was that the beds could have been larger (double beds) and the mattresses were pretty soft ....

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

Short walk to the beach.

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