Top 10 Hotels Near Waterfront in Monterey for 2026

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A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a body of water, featuring wicker furniture and a bar area.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

1. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey, 1.7 km from Waterfront

Abraham

RM1,344

RM1,549 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A large, two-story house with a covered porch and a garden.

A sunlit room with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a potted plant.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and trees.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a candle, a vase of flowers, and various food items.

2. Jabberwock Inn

New Monterey, 1.8 km from Waterfront

Julie

RM1,205

RM1,366 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A large, two-story house with a prominent turret and a wrap-around porch.

A dining area with a long table, ornate chairs, a chandelier, and a bookshelf.

A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

A luxurious living room with a brown leather sofa, floral armchairs, and a glass coffee table.

3. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

3.1 km from Waterfront

Michael

RM641

RM729 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a view of the sea.

A waterfront hotel with a balcony, a covered outdoor seating area, and a view of the water.

A spacious lobby with modern furniture, large windows, and a central fireplace.

A restaurant with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the sea. Tables are set with white tablecloths, plates, and glasses.

4. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey, 2.2 km from Waterfront

John E

RM1,028

RM1,190 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

A modern building with multiple balconies overlooking a coastal view.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies, a well-maintained outdoor area with greenery, and a view of the water.

A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

5. Monterey Bay Inn

New Monterey, 1.5 km from Waterfront

Keven

RM1,056

RM1,200 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a TV, and a dining area with a tray of breakfast.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two pink armchairs, a patterned sofa, and a marble coffee table.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a round table with chairs, a large window with a view of the ocean, and a television mounted on the wall.

6. Spindrift Inn

New Monterey, 2 km from Waterfront

Paul

RM1,300

RM1,500 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a comfortable seating area with a patterned carpet.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a TV, and a painting.

7. Victorian Inn

Lighthouse District, 1.7 km from Waterfront

Sandy

RM761

RM867 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.

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

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

8. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 0.5 km from Waterfront

Blanca

RM1,029

RM1,218 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

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

9. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey, 0.4 km from Waterfront

Fabian

RM870

RM1,011 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.

A reception area with a modern counter, a seating area with a chair and a rug, a large window with blinds, and a door leading outside.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Wave Street Inn.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV on a dark wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a sliding door closet.

10. Wave Street Inn

Lighthouse District, 1.9 km from Waterfront

Juana

RM943

RM1,072 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

A motel with a sign, a paved driveway, and landscaped areas with various plants.

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.

11. El Castell Motel

Casanova Oak Knoll, 3.1 km from Waterfront

Justin

RM382

RM438 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

A bathroom with a sink, mirror, towel rack, toilet, and a window.

An outdoor ice dispenser with a digital display of tropical fish.

12. Padre Oaks

Monterey Vista, 1.2 km from Waterfront

Navpreet

RM352

RM436 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

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

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

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

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

13. Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey, 0.4 km from Waterfront

Tauffyt

RM696

RM794 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

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

14. Stage Coach Lodge

Oak Grove, 1.5 km from Waterfront

Nils

RM455

RM522 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a chair, and a decorative lamp.

A patio area with outdoor seating, including chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, and a view of the sea through a window with floral curtains.

A room with a large arched window, a wooden chair, a small table with a lamp, and a floor lamp.

15. Martine Inn

2.8 km from Waterfront

Stephen

RM718

RM815 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

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

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

16. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey, 0.4 km from Waterfront

Rudy

RM444

RM508 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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.

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

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

17. Hotel Abrego

Alta Mesa, 0.5 km from Waterfront

Dave

RM600

RM784 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

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

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

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

18. Munras Inn

Monterey Vista, 0.7 km from Waterfront

McKennah

RM512

RM632 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

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

A modern building with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas.

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

19. Colton Inn

Downtown Monterey, 0.3 km from Waterfront

Khaled

RM603

RM687 total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 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.

20. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Alta Mesa, 0.8 km from Waterfront

Luciana

RM581

RM664 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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Compare popular hotels close to Waterfront

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa	9.6 Exceptional 1,674 reviews	View
Jabberwock Inn	9.8 Exceptional 143 reviews	View
The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn	9.6 Exceptional 191 reviews	View
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,182 reviews	View
Monterey Bay Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,171 reviews	View

Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Great facility"

Arbor Inn Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to the downtown area. Its great when you can stay at a hotel and walk to your destinations. I like how the windows open to fresh air. Fast wifi and friendly owners. Thank you for a great stay.See you next year."

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"I had an amazing stay. The building itself was beautiful with high ceilings and friendly staff. There are plenty of places to eat close by and the hotel is not too far from Cannery Row. There is only street parking available but I had not problem finding parking nearby for overnight. If you like staying in hotels with charm and history I would highly recommend this location."

The Stevenson Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"Good location in town. Staff was very friendly and helpful."

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"All staff did a great job making our stay wonderful. From the lobby staff, parking staff, restaurant staff to the housekeeping staff."

Hotel Pacific

8/10 Good

"Easy entry and communication with the host. The parking is really easy on the street. The shower was not clean, but the rest was."

Monterey Surf Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect"

Monterey Marriott

8/10 Good

"Great location"

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautifully maintained. Staff very helpful. There as a leak by the pool and when notified the staff immediately took care of the issue."

Other attractions near Waterfront

A two-story stone building with a central entrance, a balcony, and a flagpole.

Colton Hall Museum

Find out about the early days of Californian state rules via the displays and guides in this historic 19th-century building.

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A theater with a marquee advertising a live stage show.

Golden State Theatre

8.0/10 (131 reviews)

Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.

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Monterey Museum of Art

7.0/10 (4 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Larkin House

You can learn about the history of Monterey with a stop at Larkin House. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

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Cooper-Molera Adobe

You can learn about the history of Monterey with a trip to Cooper-Molera Adobe. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Stevenson House

You can learn about the history of Monterey with a trip to Stevenson House. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Monterey Pines Golf Club

7.6/10 (5 reviews)

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

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Monterey County Youth Museum

Enjoy a trip to Monterey County Youth Museum and popular activities such as golfing 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 Waterfront?

Waterfront is located in an area of Monterey known for its beautiful ocean views, top seafood restaurants and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 103 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay close to Waterfront?

Adjacent to Waterfront, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include The Monterey Hotel and Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Waterfront?

Expedia has 103 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Waterfront.

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

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Waterfront.

What can I see and do near Waterfront?

Study the collections at Carmel Mission Basilica, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History or Monterey Museum of Art. Golden State Theatre, Point Pinos Lighthouse and Perry House are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can check out the local talent at Sunset Center, California's First Theatre and Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater.

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Our top choices for Waterfront hotels

1. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

2. Jabberwock Inn

3. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

4. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

5. Monterey Bay Inn

6. Spindrift Inn

7. Victorian Inn

8. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

9. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10. Wave Street Inn

11. El Castell Motel

12. Padre Oaks

13. Merritt House Hotel

14. Stage Coach Lodge

15. Martine Inn

16. The Stevenson Monterey

17. Hotel Abrego

18. Munras Inn

19. Colton Inn

20. Best Western Park Crest Inn

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Top Waterfront Hotel Reviews

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Arbor Inn Monterey

The Monterey Hotel

The Stevenson Monterey

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Hotel Pacific

Monterey Surf Inn

Monterey Marriott

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Other attractions near Waterfront

Colton Hall Museum

Golden State Theatre

Monterey Museum of Art

Larkin House

Cooper-Molera Adobe

Stevenson House

Monterey Pines Golf Club

Monterey County Youth Museum

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