Merritt House Hotel

2.0 star property
Colonial hotel near Fisherman's Wharf

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Standard, One King Bed | Terrace/patio
Courtyard
Standard, One King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Standard, One King Bed | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Shower, hair dryer, bathrobes, towels
Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
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386 Pacific St., Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Popular LocationFisherman's Wharf6 min walk
  • Popular LocationMonterey Bay Aquarium3 min drive
  • Popular LocationLovers Point4 min drive
  • AirportSan Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)79 min drive

Room options

Standard, One King Bed

9.9/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4/10 Wonderful
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.5/10 Exceptional
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Honeymoon Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Monterey

Oceanside stay.With a stay at this Old Monterey hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Fisherman's Wharf and 2 miles (3 km) of Cannery Row. Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Fisherman's Wharf - 6 min walk
  • Cannery Row - 16 min walk
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 3 min drive
  • Lovers Point - 4 min drive
  • Carmel Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 6 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dust Bowl Brewing Tap Depot - 6 min walk
  • Alvarado Street Brewery - 3 min walk
  • Turn 12 - 4 min walk
  • Melville Tavern - 6 min walk
  • Captain + Stoker - 5 min walk

About this property

Merritt House Hotel

Colonial hotel near Fisherman's Wharf
Merritt House Hotel offers its guests a marina. There's a coffee shop/cafe on site. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Merritt House Hotel also features a garden, coffee/tea in a common area, and discounted use of a nearby fitness facility. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Colonial Monterey hotel is smoke free.

  • 22 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 4 buildings
  • Built in 1979
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Merritt House Hotel offers 22 accommodations with complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

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 transportation

  • Covered self parking on site (USD 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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 holes of golf
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 26-inch TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Merritt House Hotel to the airport?

Merritt House Hotel is 4.8 mi (9-min drive) away from the Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of May 28, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Merritt House Hotel on Jun 3, 2024 start from $210.49, excluding 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.

Does Merritt House Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Merritt House Hotel.

How close is Merritt House Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Monterey State Beach and 14-minute walk from San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Merritt House Hotel offer free breakfast?

Merritt House Hotel offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Merritt House Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Merritt House Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Merritt House Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 20.00 per day.

Does Merritt House Hotel have a pool?

Merritt House Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Merritt House Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Merritt House Hotel to downtown Monterey?

Merritt House Hotel is 0.1 mi away from Monterey.

Merritt House Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 557 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 308 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 85 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1002 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 1002 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the room and garden right outside the door. The breakfast was great, nothing huge but a good start to our day! My only complaint was the street noise was loud at night.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and location is perfect for walking to the wharf or downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Such a wonderful stay for my birthday. Room was beautiful, no complaints. The staff was so friendly and accommodating. Will be staying here on our next trip. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would not recommend
So I thought it would be this cute and comfy place to stay. It was kinda cut but all furniture was wicker, like it was meant to be outside. The bed was hard as a rock and felt like sleeping on a box spring. The patio was just a little quad where everyone could go with little tables, no privacy. The window door that opened to the patio had very light curtains and little blinds so light just poured in. Would not recommend. The location and staff were nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

4/10 Poor

Tiffany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property itself is very nice. It was clean, and the staff was friendly. The major issue was no access to a front desk or employee. The empty room next to use had an alarm that went off at 5:55AM, and there was no way to find someone to enter and turn it off. We ended up getting up and leaving to get away from the noise. I did call the number listed, and left a message, and never heard anything regarding it. We never get to sleep in, so it was tremendously disappointing to be awoken so early with no solution. I realize it is a fluke situation, but it ruined an expensive night away.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Zachary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like anything about this property. The room we stayed in had a broken toilet and leaked all over our belongings and we didn’t stay because our clothes were soiled by dirty toilet water. We checked in at 1pm went to Monterey bay aquarium all day returned around 5:30 used the toilet once and it had a major leak and we left at 7pm. Worst hotel I have ever stayed at.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Marisa, Modesto

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Merritt House was a solid place to stay, only complaint is that there is a lot of road noise.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place, quiet and beautiful gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location, location, location
I was in town for a business convention and did not want to stay in the generic large hotel chain so I found Merritt House and it could not be more convenient! It's a way to get away from the convention crowds yet still be very close.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024