Merritt House Hotel offers a warm welcome near Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium. Tee off at the 27-hole golf course, grab a coffee from the on-site cafe, or simply unwind with hiking/biking nearby. With free self-serve breakfast and high-speed WiFi, this hotel is perfect for active travelers who appreciate helpful staff.
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 33 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 35 min drive
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 80 min drive
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) - 113 min drive
Salinas Station - 25 min drive
Monterey Station - 28 min walk
Restaurants
Taco Bell - 3 min walk
Alvarado Street Brewery - 3 min walk
Dust Bowl Brewing Tap Depot - 6 min walk
Turn 12 - 4 min walk
Revival Ice Cream - 4 min walk
About this property
Merritt House Hotel
Merritt House Hotel features a marina and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Fisherman's Wharf. Guests can keep active with onsite hiking/biking trails, and free perks include WiFi and self-serve breakfast daily between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. This Colonial hotel is also just a 5-minute drive from Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travelers.
Languages
English
At a glance
DONE
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
DONE
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in from 3 PM - 6:00 PM and 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
DONE
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
DONE
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
DONE
Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Covered onsite self parking (USD 20.00 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
DONE
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast each morning 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Coffee shop
Coffee/tea in a common area
What to do
Hiking/biking trails
Beach nearby
Discount at nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Kayaking nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Whale-watching nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Facilities
4 buildings/towers
Built in 1979
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Television in common areas
Adjacent to a golf course
Shopping mall on site
Marina
Outdoor furniture
Colonial architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
26-inch TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Shower only
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Free WiFi (speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
Desk chair
Food and drink
Mini-fridge
Free bottled water
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Parking
Covered self parking costs USD 20.00 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
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.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Also known as
Merritt House
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Inn Monterey
Merritt House Monterey
Merritt Inn
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Inn
Merritt House Hotel Hotel
Merritt House Hotel Monterey
Merritt House Hotel Hotel Monterey
Frequently asked questions
Are pets allowed at Merritt House Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Merritt House Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs USD 20.00 per day. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Merritt House Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Merritt House Hotel and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Merritt House Hotel also has a garden.
What's the area around Merritt House Hotel like?
Merritt House Hotel is in Old Monterey, a short 18-minute walk from Monterey Bay and 6 minutes' walk from Fisherman's Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.
Have a question?
AI iconBeta
Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.
Merritt House Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.More informationOpens in a new window
9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
Room
Service staff
Location
Breakfast
Parking
Bed
Fireplace
Piers
Restaurant
Gardens
What guests liked
Breakfast was a lovely and plentiful continental spread with a variety of options. (23 reviews)
The property is within walking distance to many restaurants and offers a nice continental breakfast. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jul 14, 2025
Nice owner, great breakfast comfortable and large rooms. Great location with parking option for a fee.
Margaret
Margaret, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 21, 2025
Enjoyed our getaway. Very quaint historic property
Dina
Dina, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 28, 2025
Quaint and comfortable. Easy walk to downtown and fisherman’s pier.
Marc
Marc, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 6, 2025
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!
Amy and Adam
Amy and Adam, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 26, 2025
Property was very nice and cozy. Cottage feel and centrally located to everything. Staff was really nice at check in and informative. Wonderful experience!
Glen
Glen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 17, 2025
Great place
Stephen
Stephen, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 6, 2025
Great location clean room nice staff
Greg
Greg, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 30, 2025
Staff was great, pkg on-site $20 per n, walking distance to Wharf, restaurants, etc., rooms were nice, etc.
Tim
Tim, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 8, 2025
Great property! Huge clean room, easy parking! Bed wasn’t extremely comfortable but otherwise a great place!
Sarah
Sarah, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Apr 23, 2025
Loved our stay
Jeff
Jeff, 3-night trip
4/10 Poor
Jul 27, 2025
The location is great but the walls are paper thin and the mattress feels like a springboard
Rachel
Rachel, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 25, 2025
Quaint property, very walkable
Kelly
Kelly, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 31, 2025
Location was very convenient, we parked our car when we checked in and didn’t use it again until we checked out!
We walked and or took the free trolley to the wharf and cannery row. We brought our e-bikes and rode for miles and miles along the coast in either direction.
The property was well maintained and the staff were all friendly and helpful!
Judith
Judith, 3-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 16, 2025
Clean comfortable room, great location, cute room..
kristine
kristine, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 29, 2025
The Merritt House Hotel was beautiful and quaint. The employees were very cordial. The rooms were gorgeous. The seagulls do not sleep. The fireplace and skylight put a beautiful touch on the room as well. We could have used a microwave in the room but we loved it.
Dennis
Dennis, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 14, 2025
Absolutely delightful hotel. It made the stay at Monterey very comfortable. I intend to return to Monterey and would book this hotel again.
Paul Andrew
Paul Andrew, 4-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 5, 2025
Friendly and helpful staff, clean and comfortable room, great location, fairly priced.
Brad
Brad, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jun 10, 2025
I would recommend this place. It is in a great location and very spacious.
Shelly
Shelly, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 27, 2025
Beautiful little property. The upstairs rooms seem nicer than the lower level. Very walkable to old town Monterey.
Kelly
Kelly, 2-night trip
8/10 Good
Jun 15, 2025
The rooms are large and confortsb
JANE
JANE, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 13, 2025
Great quirky hotel with lovely staff
Louise
Louise, 1-night trip
10/10 Excellent
Jul 30, 2025
Good
Christopher
Christopher, 1-night trip
8/10 Good
Jul 23, 2025
It was cute cozy place to stay with great convenience to many amenities around the town. Remodeled bathrooms were clean and pleasant. The rooms were pretty dark even though we turned on all the lights. Only thing was that the walls were thin so the next room conversations were easy to hear.
Sue
Sue, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 7, 2025
Nice property at a very walkable location!
Zihui
Zihui, 2-night trip
10/10 Excellent
May 16, 2025
Loved the ceilings of the place and the vibe of everything :)