Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial hotel with marina and free breakfast

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Courtyard
Standard, One King Bed
Exterior
Premium Suite | Living area
Terrace/patio
The Merritt House Hotel is close to Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Guests can enjoy a 27-hole golf course, on-site cafe, and nearby hiking/biking trails. Helpful staff, free self-serve breakfast, and high-speed WiFi make it ideal for active travelers.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
20 Oct - 21 Oct

Room options

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Standard, One King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(53 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Ceiling fan
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Portable fan
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Located in Old Monterey, a neighbourhood in Monterey, Merritt House Hotel is next to a golf course and near the beach. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth visiting if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Lovers Point. Enjoy an event or a match at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium—a top attraction that's not to be missed. With kayaking, scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Cannery Row - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Lovers Point - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Carmel Beach - 8 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 7 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Turn 12 - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Alvarado Street Brewery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Plumes Coffee House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rosine's Restaurant - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Hotel near Fisherman's Wharf
Located close to Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium, Merritt House Hotel provides free self-service breakfast, an adjacent golf course and a marina. Active travellers can enjoy hiking/biking trails at this hotel. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and guests can find other amenities, such as a shopping centre on-site and a coffee shop/cafe.
Additional perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), outdoor furniture and coffee/tea in reception
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and a TV in reception
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guest rooms at Merritt House Hotel feature comforts, such as premium bedding and bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Showers, hairdryers and shampoo
  • 26-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and coffee/tea makers

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Covered parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 27-hole adjacent golf course
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping centre
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Marina
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk chair
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check in from 3 PM to 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 5:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 20.00 per day (in/out privileges)

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

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Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
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Merritt Inn
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
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Merritt House Hotel Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Merritt House Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Merritt House Hotel?

As of 22 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt House Hotel on 20 Oct 2025 start from NZ$372.52, including 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.

How much is parking at Merritt House Hotel?

Self-parking is available for USD 20.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-in is from 3 PM to 6:00 PM, and from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Merritt House Hotel?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Merritt House Hotel located?

Located in Old Monterey, this golf hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Fisherman's Wharf, Cannery Row and Monterey Bay. Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive are also within 3 mi (5 km). Monterey Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Merritt House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 252 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 73 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1009 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cecily

Liked: Amenities
Great location, quiet, clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed room with parking available on site. Close walking distance to wharf, dining, shopping, and museums.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

ELENA

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

10/10 Excellent

Naima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Monterey Historic feeling, great central location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful rooms frendly service. Parking very tight for anything but small or mid size vehicle
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The price was not to expansive. Room was clean. The staff was wonderful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice owner, great breakfast comfortable and large rooms. Great location with parking option for a fee.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Was nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our getaway. Very quaint historic property
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Great location. Comfortable rooms. Good and helpful staff. Good breakfast. Need better water pressure for shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy and Adam

Liked: Amenities
Loved staying here for a night while passing through Monterey. Friendly staff, great little continental breakfast, cozy rooms and picturesque grounds with beautiful garden. Great value for a quick stay. Thank you for a great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Great location clean room nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Marc

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and comfortable. Easy walk to downtown and fisherman’s pier.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location but room is not fancy for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was very nice and cozy. Cottage feel and centrally located to everything. Staff was really nice at check in and informative. Wonderful experience!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maisie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good value stay. Room was comfortable, tasteful and clean. Breakfast was limited, but decent, especially as it is included in the stay. Only thing missing was a safe.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was great, pkg on-site $20 per n, walking distance to Wharf, restaurants, etc., rooms were nice, etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness
Dont book your stay off the site pictures. The property is ok, not great, decent not charming or quaint. Maybe a step above your standard chain motel.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property! Huge clean room, easy parking! Bed wasn’t extremely comfortable but otherwise a great place!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kristine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean comfortable room, great location, cute room..
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient place to stay while in Monterey. The trolly stop is in from of hotel and takes you around the town for free
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable room, great location, fairly priced.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint property, very walkable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025