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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Monterey with 24-hour front desk and indoor pool

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Family Room, Multiple Beds
Interior entrance
Front of property
Reception
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
El Castell Motel sits in the heart of Monterey Bay, where travelers appreciate both the indoor swimming pool and the helpful staff. Guests can take a refreshing swim or relax on poolside loungers, with free WiFi keeping everyone connected and extended parking adding convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(116 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(64 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(97 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Del Monte Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cannery Row - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Black Bear Diner - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬12 min walk

About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel near 17-Mile Drive
El Castell Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool, along with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and a vending machine
  • A 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 52 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Property is also known as

Castell Motel
El Castell
El Castell Monterey
El Castell Motel
El Castell Motel Monterey
El Castell Hotel Monterey
El Castell Motel Motel
El Castell Motel Monterey
El Castell Motel Motel Monterey

Frequently asked questions

Does El Castell Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Is El Castell Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Castell Motel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Castell Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at El Castell Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Castell Motel located?

Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, this motel is steps from North Fremont Street and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. Monterey County Fairgrounds and Monterey State Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

El Castell Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1140 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 491 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1849 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1849 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place very spacious exactly wjat we needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean rooms and the property was well kept
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Marcin

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property for what we needed, road trip with nightly stops.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
super clean; staff went the extra mile; great value
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location, quiet, room updated and very clean, easy and quick check in/out.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Edwardo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Short stay but nice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gospel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front Desk staff was very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Amenities
Great location, staff is friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was very good. Staff was very friendly and price was also very good. I would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chandrashekar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. Excellent welcome.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Aristeo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool is nice, air conditioning was well and working
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Xuan Tu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good motel in this area
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Every year my family and friends meet in Monterey for golf. We want a clean, quiet, affordable place to stay where the staff is friendly. 5 stars for El Castell Motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible value. Very clean and comfortable. It was nice and close to Monterey and the staff was very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is GREAT!!! Thank you :-)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinnar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location. Close to 17 miles drive and lots of stores and restaurants nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great beds, clean, clean, clean, great price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

selina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
will definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Two friends and I had a great stay in the Monterey area at the El Castell Motel! Our room was comfortable, clean, pretty quiet being in an upstairs corner and location and parking were convenient. We specifically chose this motel for the awesome option of 3 beds in one room. The pricing was also great so we could do more on our girls trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were very clean. We enjoyed our stay and would stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was so impressed with how large and clean the room was.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was near cannery row and the old wharf. The room was clean and the staff was friendly .
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tabbytha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying here and I would definitely stay again! Room was the perfect size and very clean! The heated pool was nice as well!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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