Economy Inn Monterey

2.5 star property
Motel in Seaside with free parking

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Welcome to our reception area, featuring a comfortable seating space with a coffee machine and amenities at your fingertips.
Compact living space with a kitchenette area featuring a refrigerator, microwave, and TV.
Welcome to our reception area, where a warm and inviting atmosphere awaits. Guests can check in at the reception desk, which features a telephone and a lamp.
Enjoy a cozy stay in this compact room with a single bed, desk, and TV.
Enter through a beautifully designed archway, surrounded by lush greenery and warm lighting.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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1131 Fremont Blvd, Seaside, CA, 93955
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Del Monte Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min walk‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Seaside

Located within a 5-minute walk of North Fremont Street, Economy Inn Monterey is within a mile (2 km) of Monterey State Beach. This 17-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

What's nearby

  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Del Monte Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Cannery Row - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 8 min drive - 4.9 miles

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Economy Inn Monterey

Motel in Seaside with free parking
Economy Inn Monterey features free WiFi in public areas and a vending machine. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff are standing by 24/7 to assist with any requests.
Guests can enjoy satellite TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, microwaves, and free local calls are also available.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Premium channels
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

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 first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Economy Inn Monterey
Economy Inn Monterey Seaside
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Economy Inn Monterey Seaside
Economy Inn Monterey Motel Seaside

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Economy Inn Monterey?

Economy Inn Monterey provides free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Economy Inn Monterey?

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Economy Inn Monterey on Aug 1, 2025 start from $161.1, 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's there to see close to Economy Inn Monterey?

This motel is located in Seaside, a short 19-minute walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds and also 4 minutes on foot from North Fremont Street. You'll also find Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Economy Inn Monterey?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Economy Inn Monterey have a casino at the property?

No, Economy Inn Monterey doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Economy Inn Monterey?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Is Economy Inn Monterey good for couples?

Amenities at this motel that appeal to couples include a separate bath and shower and a 24-hour front desk.

Are there hot tubs at Economy Inn Monterey?

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

Does Economy Inn Monterey have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Economy Inn Monterey offers breakfast for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Economy Inn Monterey allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Economy Inn Monterey.

Does Economy Inn Monterey have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Economy Inn Monterey?

The closest major airport to Economy Inn Monterey is Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY), which is within a mile. Another top airport is Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal), which is located 18.3 mi away (31-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Economy Inn Monterey?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Economy Inn Monterey.

Economy Inn Monterey Reviews

Reviews

4.0
Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 355 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 22 out of 355 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 355 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 72 out of 355 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 185 out of 355 reviews

4.2/10

Cleanliness

5.0/10

Staff & service

3.4/10

Amenities

3.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

4.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Rob

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I’m surprised that Expedia is listing this as one of the properties. I’ve been to third world country’s with better and cleaner accomodations. Room smelled like smoke, the bedspread had cigarette burn holes in them. The sheets looked like they haven’t been washed, wires sticking out of the walls and paint is peeling of the rooms. We checked in then checked out. It ruined our weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Bobbi

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I guess you get what you pay for. This motel is actually inhabited by some longer term guests. The guy in the next room went back and forth between making phone calls and watching TV, both at max volume until 4am. We had to walk to Walgreens for earplugs. Everything is dirty or stained, from floor to ceiling including the linens and towels. Those are the things that were important to me (a quiet place to sleep and a clean atmosphere). As for the things less important, but equally as terrible- TV color all yellow, no cups in the room, no ice machine. Woke up to a fire truck and ambulance at 5am. Glad they were there to help someone struggling, hope he’s okay. Needless to say, if you have more than $150/night to spend, do it!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robert

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

Avoid this hotel

Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cory

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Floors were sticky. Hair, gravel and stains on and in the sheets. Asked the manager to change the sheets while we were out during the first day, and he only changed one of the beds. There wasnt even a lamp shade on the bedside lamp. Just a dirty and gross experience. Would not recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Shirley

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Enrique

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Kyle

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Liliana

Traveled with family
Don’t stay here
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

crystal

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
When I walked in it immediately smelled like dirt and mildew, there was water damage along the base board of the wall. There were stickers on the head board, stuff smeared on the walls and dirt on top of the air conditioning unit. I tried to get my money back- I left after 10 minutes of being in the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Estrella

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Pablo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Business traveler, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is horrible the housekeeping is horrible there was blood all on the wall sheets look like they haven't been changed from the bed the office management would not give us towels and was very rude to us
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Mandy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was mold in the room and the bedding was filthy .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Make sure when you come here you bring your own pillows. This is what you get when you find the cheapest hotel on the booking site don’t expect the embassy. But it’s a family run operation and the staff is super friendly. They makeup for any of the room issues.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Angel

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was fairly normal, receptions asked me three times for my name and after not “finding” me I gave him my ID card then he “found” me. He kept saying another name thinking I was that person. Paint was coming off the walls, pillows were so flat you needed to use both just to feel like you had a pillow. Towels were barely large enough to cover yourself. Having nextflix was nice. Someone came knocking on our door just before 10 to ask if we were checking out that day. Check out was at 11 and we booked just one night. I don’t know if I would stay there again but they need to invest in their basics and update their rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

David

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very old and almost nothing worked.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Paul

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

John

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms were very dirty no towels
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

ZW

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
VERY Disappointed. The TWO rooms were rather smelly and suck. Did not get sleep at all. I want to get my money back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Xinyu

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Nina

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
felt generally unsafe, worried for my vehicle, and woke up at midnight to people carrying mattresses out of surrounding rooms and yelling
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024