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Our top choices for Monterey Bay Aquarium hotels

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and a dining area.

1. Andril Fireplace Cottages

Andril Fireplace Cottages
2.5 star property
Grove Acres, 3 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (725 reviews)
"Great property Very enjoyable quiet stay Highly recommend"
United States
Gregory
The price is RM822
RM951 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Andril Fireplace Cottages
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

2. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
0.7 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,727 reviews)
"Fantastic hotel in every eay and food is phenomenal"
United States
Martin
The price is RM1,275
RM1,471 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a wooden chair, a small round table, and a chandelier.

3. Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
3.5 star property
Retreat, 1.3 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (599 reviews)
"Nice room, great view, good breakfast spread, great location"
United States
Randall
The price is RM633
RM721 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
A large, two-story house with a prominent turret and a wrap-around porch.

4. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn
3.0 star property
Town Center, 1.5 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (224 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay"
United States
Baihan
The price is RM458
RM524 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

5. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
4.5 star property
0.2 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,198 reviews)
"Great comfortable hotel with a great bar and food"
United States
FABIAN
The price is RM978
RM1,134 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

6. Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
1 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,201 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Valentin
The price is RM986
RM1,121 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Dec - 4 Dec
Monterey Bay Inn
A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

7. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
0.7 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,555 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay! It was clean, quiet, breakfast was good, and a great place to explore from!"
United States
Erin
The price is RM617
RM704 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Victorian Inn
A two-story building with a covered patio area, stone planters, and outdoor lighting.

8. Sunset Inn

Sunset Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,072 reviews)
"Quaint hotel with easy access to the beach. The staff was so gracious and kind. Would stay again."
United States
Jane
The price is RM528
RM625 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Sunset Inn
A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a view of the ocean.

9. Spindrift Inn

Spindrift Inn
3.5 star property
0.4 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location and super friendly staff will stay here again"
United States
Cadee
The price is RM1,035
RM1,198 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Spindrift Inn
A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

10. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
2 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (3,760 reviews)
"Fantastic stay ."
United States
Jessica
The price is RM744
RM886 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Wave Street Inn.

11. Wave Street Inn

Wave Street Inn
3.0 star property
0.5 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great location, the staff was very kind and helpful."
United States
Felicia
The price is RM544
RM622 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wave Street Inn
An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

12. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
2.7 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,780 reviews)
"Great location and wonderful breakfast"
Canada
Steven
The price is RM552
RM649 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
A residential area with a narrow pathway flanked by blue flowering plants and neatly trimmed hedges, leading to houses with red roofs.

13. Bide-A-Wee Inn

Bide-A-Wee Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres, 3.1 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Always a wonderful stay. A few more items for breakfast as they ran out, but very kind helpful staff!"
United States
Teresa
The price is RM494
RM564 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Bide-A-Wee Inn
A large, white Victorian-style house with multiple windows, a prominent turret, and a well-maintained garden.

14. Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn

Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
3.5 star property
Town Center, 1.6 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very charming inn with a great location convenient to restaurants, shops and the waterfront. Excellent staff and yummy breakfast!"
United States
Scott
The price is RM731
RM831 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Gosby House Inn, A Four Sisters Inn
A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and sofas, a central fireplace, and a view of a white building with arched windows.

15. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
4.0 star property
Retreat, 1.3 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (120 reviews)
"Polite staff that gave us tons of local recommendations!"
United States
Lucas
The price is RM1,047
RM1,477 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG
A building with a covered porch, black-framed windows, and a door with a doormat.

16. Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel
2.0 star property
2.1 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff great location Comfortable beds"
United States
Steven
The price is RM760
RM865 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Merritt House Hotel
A laptop on a glass table with a vase of white orchids and a potted plant.

17. Butterfly Grove Inn

Butterfly Grove Inn
2.0 star property
Grove Acres, 2.6 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"wonderful location and staff"
United States
Daniel
The price is RM462
RM531 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Butterfly Grove Inn
A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a chair, and a decorative lamp.

18. Martine Inn

Martine Inn
4.0 star property
Retreat, 0.6 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (649 reviews)
"Beautiful and charming inn! Carpets and breakfast could be better but we loved our time there and enjoyed the beautiful views."
United States
Laura
The price is RM1,112
RM1,256 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Martine Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

19. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
3.2 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Nice staff, clean, Modern room"
United States
Scott
The price is RM435
RM498 total
includes taxes & fees
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Best Western Park Crest Inn
A residential area with houses, a parking lot, and a red car.

20. Pacific Gardens Inn

Pacific Gardens Inn
2.5 star property
Grove Acres, 3 km from Monterey Bay Aquarium
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (740 reviews)
"Offers breakfast, staffs were kind !"
United States
young boo
The price is RM384
RM441 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Pacific Gardens Inn
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Compare popular hotels close to Monterey Bay Aquarium

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and a dining area.
Andril Fireplace Cottages
2.5 star property
9.8
Exceptional
725 reviews
View
A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
1,727 reviews
View
A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a wooden chair, a small round table, and a chandelier.
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
599 reviews
View
A large, two-story house with a prominent turret and a wrap-around porch.
The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
224 reviews
View
A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
4.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
1,198 reviews
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Top Monterey Bay Aquarium Hotel Reviews

Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

8/10 Good
"Great location and crema next door is delicious for breakfast. Good room and okay customer service."
Carlos Antony 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Lovers Point Inn

Other attractions near Monterey Bay Aquarium

A wooden pier extending into calm waters with a small boat in the distance and a cloudy sky.
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Pacific Biological Laboratories

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pacific Biological Laboratories during your travels in Monterey. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey Bay Aquarium?
Monterey Bay Aquarium is located in a welcoming area of Pacific Grove known for its beautiful ocean views and top seafood restaurants. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 136 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Monterey Bay Aquarium?
Adjacent to Monterey Bay Aquarium, InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa and Victorian Inn.
How many hotels will I be able to find close to Monterey Bay Aquarium?
Expedia has 136 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey Bay Aquarium.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey Bay Aquarium, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Monterey Bay Aquarium.
What can I see and do near Monterey Bay Aquarium?
You'll want to browse the collections at Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, Pacific Biological Laboratories and Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum. Golden State Theatre, Point Pinos Lighthouse and Perry House are landmarks that you won't want to miss. You can watch performances at Sunset Center, Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater and California's First Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.
How can I get to Monterey Bay Aquarium?
With so many choices for transport, seeing all of the area near Monterey Bay Aquarium is a breeze. If you want to explore the larger area, hop aboard a train at Monterey Station. You can learn about options for water transport at the local marina.