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Sanctuary Beach Resort

4.5 star property
Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Dinner served, farm to table cuisine
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA, 93933
  • Place, Marina State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Marina Dunes Preserve
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Coastal View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Coastal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Coastal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Marina

Located within a 5-minute drive of California State University Monterey Bay, Sanctuary Beach Resort is within a 15-minute drive of other popular sights like Fisherman's Wharf. This 60-room, 4.5-star resort has a private beach, a full-service spa, and a restaurant.
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What's nearby

  • Marina State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marina Dunes Preserve - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Cannery Row - 14 min drive - 12.8 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 17 min drive - 13.7 miles
  • WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca - 22 min drive - 16.8 miles

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Aki Fresh Mex - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Beach Resort

Luxury resort on the beach, with outdoor pool
Guests of Sanctuary Beach Resort have access to a private beach, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with luggage storage, tours or tickets, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this beach resort include a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a hot tub.
50-inch LED TVs come with cable channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and designer toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets and down comforters ensure a restful night. Other standard amenities include fireplaces, balconies, and iPod docks.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a private beach.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 10 to 35 for adults and USD 10 to 35 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt Wood Kitchen

Things to do

  • Beach yoga
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 460 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On a private beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • 20 buildings
  • Built in 1999
  • Electric bike charging
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch LED TV with cable channels
  • iPod dock
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total pets
  • Pets may not be left unsupervised
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 55 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 10 to 35 for adults, and USD 10 to 35 for children
  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • 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 security system, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the resort at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • 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

Beach Sanctuary
Beach Sanctuary Resort
Sanctuary Beach
Sanctuary Beach Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort Marina
Sanctuary Resort
Sanctuary Beach Hotel Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort Resort Marina

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Sanctuary Beach Resort offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

As of Jan 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sanctuary Beach Resort on Jan 6, 2026 start from $292.49, excluding 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.

What is there to do around Sanctuary Beach Resort?

This resort is located in Marina, a short 13-minute walk from Marina Dunes Preserve and also 5 minutes on foot from Marina State Beach. You'll also find Fort Ord Dunes State Park and Cinemark Century Marina within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the resort. Accessible parking, electric car charging, and electric bike charging are also available.

Is there a spa available at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, and couples treatments.

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort include a casino?

No, Sanctuary Beach Resort doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

No, this resort doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there are an outdoor pool and a hot tub. Guests have pool access between 10:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

Is Sanctuary Beach Resort a good place to stay for couples?

At this waterfront resort, there are many amenities for couples, including a fireplace and Champagne service in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort have a hot tub?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this resort.

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Sanctuary Beach Resort serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Salt Wood Kitchen.

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at Sanctuary Beach Resort for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

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

Where is the closest airport to Sanctuary Beach Resort?

The closest major airport to Sanctuary Beach Resort is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is 9.4 mi away (11 minutes by car). Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 13.7 mi away (25-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Sanctuary Beach Resort comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort offer wedding services?

If wedding bells are in your future, take advantage of the wedding venue at Sanctuary Beach Resort.

Sanctuary Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 650 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 189 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 97 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1004 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 24 out of 1004 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very nice getaway here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great view of the ocean and nightly bonfire from our patio. We had a short walk to the shore. The dinners in room and at the restaurant we both super delicious. If you like spicy I recommend the crudo. They have golf cart rides from the car to your room. Once your bags are dropped off, walking around resort is no problem. My wife thinks we’re making this a yearly stay
From our patio
Nightly bonfire from our patio
The office patio
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Our room was beautiful and the ocean view was wonderful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad Imtiaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful views, tasteful rooms and service. Excellent overall experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Yen-Ting

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stay away! Not a good choice.

The room was on the surface fine but lots of problems. The shower handle on the tub didn’t work. The faucets on the tub required a lot of force. The standalone shower didn’t drain. The bathroom door frequently jammed. The curtains were inoperable. Not at all consistent with the price point of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celina

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great view. Amazing staff. Good food. Definitely will be making a return to the sanctuary!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Relaxing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and a
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Todd

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

Amazing stay except the dinner!

Our stay was amazing. The staff were friendly and very responsive. The rooms were beautiful and literally right on the sand. The tension to detail was pretty impressive. Personalized bowls for our dogs and assign that welcomed our dogs as we entered the lobby. The lobby by the way is very beautiful on the outside area next to the lobby is also equally as beautiful, lots of places to sit and relax next to fire pits and fireplaces. Cute boutique type shopping is also available in the lobby.The rugs in the room were a little bit worn, which was the only reason I didn’t give it a perfect score. Also, the restaurant that we had dinner out for my husband‘s birthday was an epic fail. it took over an hour just to get our appetizers which was steamed clams. One of the clams was completely rotten and bad once we finally got our entrées. They were just OK. I got a crab pasta, but I ate the crab out of them left the rest service was very slow, but friendly. It was very disappointing considering the prices were very high. We did have brunch there earlier and brunch was amazing so I’m not sure what happened with the dinner service. Definitely was not worth the money and kind of put a bad taste on the end of our stay. Everything else was great though.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Faye

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Minus the actual pool is not functioning it’s not heated. I was hoping to enjoy swimming. The hot tube is nice. The staff are amazing! The Salt Wood restaurant is worth going out of your way to enjoy! Incredible service 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julian

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

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly professional staff, very clean, comfortable bed and amazing location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed an oceanfront king suite with pull out sofa. What an absolutely amazing experience. The room was right on the beach, the sand literally up to the patio. Everything was perfect, from the room and amenities to our meal at Saltwood!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, wish it was longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Neelam

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

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

10/10 Excellent

Dyver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Gurjit

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean bathroom, convenient location and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cortney

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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