Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial hotel with a marina and free breakfast

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Courtyard
Courtyard
Terrace/patio
Premium Suite | Living area | 26-inch TV with cable channels
Standard, One King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Cannery Row
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Premium Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard, One King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Monterey

Located in Old Monterey within a short walk of Fisherman's Wharf, Merritt House Hotel is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Cannery Row. This 22-room hotel welcomes guests with free breakfast and conveniences like a marina and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cannery Row - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Lovers Point - 5 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Carmel Beach - 8 min drive - 4.5 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 7 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Plumes Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosine's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Colonial hotel with a marina and free breakfast
Guests of Merritt House Hotel enjoy features like a marina, free WiFi in public areas, and coffee in a common area. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Front-desk staff can help secure valuables, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this golf hotel include a TV in a common area and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 26-inch TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and bathrobes, and beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include coffee makers, ceiling fans, and ironing boards.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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 transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping mall
  • TV 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 elevator
  • 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
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • 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 - 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

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 carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in is between 3 PM to 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
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Merritt House Hotel Monterey
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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to Merritt House Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Old Monterey within a short 18-minute walk of Monterey Bay and also 6 minutes on foot from Fisherman's Wharf. You'll also find Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Merritt House Hotel?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited, accessible parking is also available.

Does Merritt House Hotel include a casino on the premises?

No, Merritt House Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Merritt House Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Merritt House Hotel?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and bathrobes as well as a marina.

Are there hot tubs at Merritt House Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Merritt House Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Merritt House Hotel serves free self-serve breakfast each morning from its cafe.

Does Merritt House Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Merritt House Hotel.

Does Merritt House Hotel have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Merritt House Hotel?

The closest major airport to Merritt House Hotel is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 4.8 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 22.5 mi away (35-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at Merritt House Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at Merritt House Hotel offer a balcony and may feature courtyard views.

Reviews

Merritt House Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 639 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 238 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 35 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was very convenient, we parked our car when we checked in and didn’t use it again until we checked out! We walked and or took the free trolley to the wharf and cannery row. We brought our e-bikes and rode for miles and miles along the coast in either direction. The property was well maintained and the staff were all friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Good
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Merritt House Hotel was beautiful and quaint. The employees were very cordial. The rooms were gorgeous. The seagulls do not sleep. The fireplace and skylight put a beautiful touch on the room as well. We could have used a microwave in the room but we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and comfortable. Easy walk to downtown and fisherman’s pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good for short stay in Monterey.

Quiet at night (we had a room at the back above the carport), close to downtown and the wharf, good selection continental breakfast. Clean, spacious room. As others have noted, no elevator and a fee for parking. Price better than other properties in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Rachel, London

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The location is great but the walls are paper thin and the mattress feels like a springboard
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice and cozy. Cottage feel and centrally located to everything. Staff was really nice at check in and informative. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

MARLENE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sue, Bakersfield

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was cute cozy place to stay with great convenience to many amenities around the town. Remodeled bathrooms were clean and pleasant. The rooms were pretty dark even though we turned on all the lights. Only thing was that the walls were thin so the next room conversations were easy to hear.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paoling

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our getaway. Very quaint historic property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, Colorado springs

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice owner, great breakfast comfortable and large rooms. Great location with parking option for a fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent.

Beautiful old world charm hotel in perfect location. More of a guest house than hotel, so lacking facilities some may require. If you want clean, charming and a perfect location look no farther. Great garden space to one side, with my room having a nice balcony overlook of this space. I ate breakfast there both days of my stay. Perfectly located for the harbour and waterfront options, equally good for the bars and restaurants along Alvarado.
Shady balcony overlooking courtyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Property isn’t wheelchair accessible to ground floor room. There is a stair to the path.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was super comfortable and clean. The gals in the front office were fantastic and super friendly! I would definitely recommend this place as it sits in the middle of everything within walking distance. Very cute atmosphere!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Huge clean room, easy parking! Bed wasn’t extremely comfortable but otherwise a great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kira

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Tyler

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy and Adam

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Loved staying here for a night while passing through Monterey. Friendly staff, great little continental breakfast, cozy rooms and picturesque grounds with beautiful garden. Great value for a quick stay. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025