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A modern hotel with a courtyard, multiple floors, and a view of the sunset.

A rooftop pool area with a fire pit, seating, and a glass balustrade.

A modern bar area with multiple seating arrangements, including round tables and bar stools. There are large windows providing views of the outside.

An outdoor patio area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and chairs, and a fire pit.

1. Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

2.8 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Matthew

RM1,025

RM1,161 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.

A fenced outdoor area with artificial grass, a Pacific Inn Monterey sign, and a row of chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

2. Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll, 0.7 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Dannielle

RM338

RM388 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

A person leaning over a pool with a drink, wearing a straw hat with "Hello Sunshine" on it.

A dining area with a long table set for multiple people, surrounded by wooden chairs and a stone wall.

A living room with a fireplace, a television mounted above it, and a kitchen area with dark cabinets.

3. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey, 2.7 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Karl

RM800

RM931 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.

An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.

4. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 2.9 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Anca

RM966

RM1,145 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" and the number "2102" on the facade.

5. El Castell Hotel

Casanova Oak Knoll, 0.1 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

David

RM308

RM355 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.

A reception area with a stone counter, framed pictures, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

A patio area with a sofa, a table, and potted plants.

6. Stage Coach Lodge

Oak Grove, 1.6 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Philip

RM393

RM451 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A garden entrance with a black door, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A building with a covered porch, black-framed windows, and a door with a doormat.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a lamp, and a wall sign.

A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed, a quilt, and a lamp. There is a chair and a sign on the wall.

7. Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey, 3 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Dennis

RM689

RM785 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern hotel with multiple floors, a courtyard, and a view of the sea.

A balcony with a wooden chair, a glass railing, and a view of a hilly landscape with buildings in the distance.

8. Courtyard By Marriott Sand City Monterey

2.8 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Erica

RM898

RM1,012 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The Stevenson Monterey."

A motel with a two-story structure, a neon sign, and a clear entrance.

A reception desk with framed pictures, a clock, and a plant.

9. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey, 2.7 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Sharon

RM342

RM393 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a table.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a computer, and a view of the outside.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a built-in oven.

10. Lone Oak Lodge

Villa Del Monte, 0.5 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Xiaohong

RM364

RM417 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a flower garden, and a sign that reads "Hotel Abrego."

A buffet area with various food options, including pastries, fruits, and breakfast items.

A pool area with a seating area, a patterned wall, and a small garden with flowers.

An outdoor patio area with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a large umbrella providing shade.

11. Hotel Abrego

Alta Mesa, 2.6 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Dave

RM526

RM701 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a chair, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

A building with a stone facade, a large window, and a sign indicating an office.

12. Munras Inn

Monterey Vista, 2.9 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Darla D

RM447

RM559 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a large TV screen.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements, including tables and chairs, and a central wooden table.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent glass facade and a sign reading "EMBASSY SUITES".

A spacious living area with a large flat-screen TV, comfortable seating, and a wooden ceiling structure.

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

1.4 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Shannon

RM830

RM1,013 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a desk with a computer and a payment terminal.

A Best Western Park Crest Inn sign with a yellow building and a landscaped garden in front.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

14. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Alta Mesa, 3 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Luciana

RM551

RM630 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel with a sign reading "Best Western Plus." It features a multi-story building with balconies and a landscaped entrance.

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.

A reception desk with two Apple iMac computers, a printer, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a television, and a ceiling fan.

15. Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

Alta Mesa, 2.7 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Araceli

RM621

RM707 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A sign for the Cotton Inn with a clear view of the building's exterior and a parking lot.

A conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and two vases with flowers.

A compact kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, and a small dining area with a chair and table.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view of greenery.

16. Colton Inn

Downtown Monterey, 3.1 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Edison

RM486

RM555 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A marina with multiple boats docked, a hotel in the background, and a calm waterfront setting.

A modern lounge area with white sofas and a coffee table, large windows with a view of the ocean and cityscape, and a bar area with glasses.

A dining area with round tables set for a formal event, featuring clear glass chairs and table settings.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, wooden paneling, a stone fireplace, and a seating area with sofas and tables.

17. Monterey Marriott

Downtown Monterey, 2.9 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Nicholas

RM796

RM1,050 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A room with two white wicker chairs, a blue vase with a plant, a woven basket, and a patterned rug.

A sign for Sand Castle Inn with a number 1011, a building with orange walls, and a clear sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a nightstand, and a balcony with a view.

A hotel reception area with a white counter, a window with a view of buildings, decorative fish and starfish on the wall, and a doormat with a castle design.

18. Sand Castle Inn

3.1 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Stacy

RM294

RM336 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a door leading to another room.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee machine, and a TV mounted above the counter.

A motel with a two-story structure, a covered parking area, and a row of parked cars.

A framed black and white photograph of California with the Capitol building, located in a hotel lobby with a carpeted floor and a reception desk.

19. Pelican Inn Monterey

Monterey Vista, 3.2 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Daniel

RM245

RM309 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A snack and beverage vending area with multiple shelves stocked with snacks, drinks, and bottled water.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, microwave, and towel rack.

A swimming pool with a brick edge, surrounded by red and blue lounge chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wooden headboard, a walk-in closet, and a bathroom with a shower and toilet.

20. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Casanova Oak Knoll, 0.2 km from Monterey County Fairgrounds

Chintan Vijaykumar

RM302

RM368 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Monterey County Fairgrounds

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey	9.4 Exceptional 49 reviews	View
Pacific Inn	9.2 Wonderful 1,860 reviews	View
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa	9.2 Wonderful 1,769 reviews	View
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay	9.2 Wonderful 3,683 reviews	View
El Castell Hotel	9.0 Wonderful 2,090 reviews	View

Top Monterey County Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Lone Oak Lodge

8/10 Good

"Parking was great, right outside our room. Also nice to have a mini fridge in our room and the ice machine was right near our room. The rooms have been updated which was nice."

Pacific Inn

10/10 Excellent

"a nice location and easy access, parking is a bit tight.."

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Reasonable place"

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent

"Large room with fireplace with a shower and a tub. Left too early to check out the breakfast. Staff was very kind and helpful. Restaurants are walkable. They rent bikes!"

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

8/10 Good

"A bit more work/conference orientation than we were expecting."

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Our stay was amazing! Very clean and so many amenities to enjoy, one night wasn’t enough. We will definitely be back. Very family friendly also!"

Scottish Fairway Inn

8/10 Good

"Location is convenient and close to attractions. Staff was helpful and resourceful. The hardwood floor vinyl in our room was sticking up in certain parts of the room making it difficult to walk around. Shower was hard to manage but luckily there were instructions included on the wall. TV had some color issues and we weren't able to access the settings. Beds were comfy and parking was accessible. Good stay."

Rodeway Inn Monterey Near Fairgrounds

8/10 Good

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Other attractions near Monterey County Fairgrounds

A paved path leading through a grassy field with trees and a distant mountain range.

Del Monte Golf Course

8.2/10 (78 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Monterey at Del Monte Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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A sandy beach with gentle waves, a grassy dune, and a distant town on the horizon.

Del Monte Beach

9.2/10 (1,649 reviews)

Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.

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North Fremont Street

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to North Fremont Street during your stay in Monterey. Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.

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Monterey Pines Golf Course

8.4/10 (28 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Monterey at Monterey Pines Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Naval Postgraduate School

8.0/10 (176 reviews)

Explore the campus of Naval Postgraduate School during your stay in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Monterey Symphony

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Monterey Symphony in Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Lake El Estero

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake El Estero during your travels in Monterey. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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MPC Theatre Company

You can make plans for a show at MPC Theatre Company during your stay in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Monterey County Fairgrounds?

Monterey County Fairgrounds is located in a welcoming area of Monterey known for its top seafood restaurants and must-see aquarium. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 66 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Monterey County Fairgrounds?

Adjacent to Monterey County Fairgrounds, Scottish Fairway Inn is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free parking and free WiFi. Other good choices within a short distance include Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa and El Castell Motel.

How many hotels can I expect to find close to Monterey County Fairgrounds?

Expedia has 66 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Monterey County Fairgrounds.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Monterey County Fairgrounds, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Monterey County Fairgrounds.

What can I see and do near Monterey County Fairgrounds?

Carmel Mission Basilica, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Golden State Theatre, Point Pinos Lighthouse and Perry House are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can watch performances at Sunset Center, MPC Theatre Company and Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for Monterey County Fairgrounds hotels

1. Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

2. Pacific Inn

3. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

4. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

5. El Castell Hotel

6. Stage Coach Lodge

7. Merritt House Hotel

8. Courtyard By Marriott Sand City Monterey

9. The Stevenson Monterey

10. Lone Oak Lodge

11. Hotel Abrego

12. Munras Inn

13. Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

14. Best Western Park Crest Inn

15. Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

16. Colton Inn

17. Monterey Marriott

18. Sand Castle Inn

19. Pelican Inn Monterey

20. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

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Top Monterey County Fairgrounds Hotel Reviews

Lone Oak Lodge

Pacific Inn

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Hotel Pacific

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Scottish Fairway Inn

Rodeway Inn Monterey Near Fairgrounds

Other attractions near Monterey County Fairgrounds

Del Monte Golf Course

Del Monte Beach

North Fremont Street

Monterey Pines Golf Course

Naval Postgraduate School

Monterey Symphony

Lake El Estero

MPC Theatre Company

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