Monterey Plaza

Monterey, California Coast

Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
Ocean View Room
Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
Ocean View Room

The hotel

If you like the idea of gazing over the Pacific Ocean, perhaps sipping your morning latte or feasting upon delicious seafood, you’ll be impressed by the Monterey Plaza Hotel. Set along Monterey Bay, it's a real treat to come back to after a day out and about. Pamper yourself at the rooftop spa — a massage or dip in the whirlpool will help to soak away any niggles. If you’re travelling with the family, you’ll especially like chilling out at The Terrace, a cosy sundeck with comfy loungers and hot tubs. Or, as you’re on Cannery Row, maybe you'll fancy heading out for a stroll. There are plenty of attractions nearby, including Monterey Bay Aquarium, and the golfers amongst you will relish the nearby championship courses.

Amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • No Smoking
  • Room Service
  • Valet parking
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Internet Access
  • Golf
  • Restaurant
  • Kayaking

Where is it

Located in Monterey Bay, on the quiet, romantic end of Cannery Row. Within walking distance to many local attractions including the Monterey Bay Aquarium, shopping, restaurants and bars. There is plenty of hiking and biking to discover the scenic beauty of the area.

Hotel information

288 rooms across 3 buildings, each with air-conditioning, WiFi and wired Internet access*, HDTV flat screen television with 24-hour movie system, ceiling fans, telephone, safe, coffee maker, iron and board, iHome dual alarm clock radio, double granite vanities with lighted make-up mirror, Gilchrist and Soames spa bath amenities, 2 plush bathrobes and hairdryer. Inland View Rooms have either 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Ocean View Rooms offer panoramic views of Monterey Bay, with 1 king-size bed or 2 queen-size beds, sleeping maximum 2 adults and 2 children.

Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar (contemporary American cuisine and sustainable seafood, open for breakfast, lunch and dinner) and Café La Strada (piazza-style oceanside coffeehouse serving sandwiches, soups and desserts). Helmsman Lounge (signature drinks, cocktails and appetisers). The Terrace (family-friendly sundeck with 2 oversized hot tubs). Vista Blue Spa* with rooftop whirlpools. 24-hour room service*. 24-hour business centre. Complimentary daily newspaper. Dry cleaning service*. Concierge service. Complimentary bicycles. Valet parking*.

This hotel has resort fees that are included in the room rate (subject to change)

Resort fee includes: - Valet parking - WiFi - Access to The Terrace – Access to the fitness centre – Local telephone calls. Resort fee, tax and inclusions are subject to change - please see hotel check-in for current inclusions available to you upon arrival.

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

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Jul 23, 2021 Lucia G

Our experience here was not good at ALL. We came here for two nights. The drinks they gave us were in plastic cups. They did not care if you were staying at the hotel, they were careless. I would neger recommend staying here. The pandemic is not an excuse to be cheap.
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Jul 23, 2021 I8624QNluisg Mexico City, Mexico

Terrible. Worst experience ever. For $1000 dlls a night, a Macalan 12 in a plastic glass. Worst than in highschool. The pandemic is not a pretext to be cheap. Service is service wherever you are. A few hours ago we had a bottle of Prosecco at the Inn in Spanish Bay and service was great, without being a guest. I would not recommend this hotel ever
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Beautiful Hotel in Monterey

Jul 22, 2021 redhotnorma sydney

We were very pleased with the location, decor, cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. Our family of 4 were traveling with a family of 5. We had 4 rooms and we were happy with each one. My husband and I stayed in a king room with a partial view of the bay. There were binoculars in the room so we could see the seals. I thought that was a… Read more
We were very pleased with the location, decor, cleanliness and friendliness of the staff. Our family of 4 were traveling with a family of 5. We had 4 rooms and we were happy with each one. My husband and I stayed in a king room with a partial view of the bay. There were binoculars in the room so we could see the seals. I thought that was a nice touch. We highly recommend this hotel. Read less
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Jul 22, 2021 BucksDadThomas Petaluma, California

We stay in Monterey pretty regularly and we have our go-to's, but this time we decided to try the Monterey Plaza. We were very impressed and were pleased with our experience. Top-Notch everything. We picked up a very good/positive vibe amongst the staff at every point of contact. We felt this was an overall reflection of the organization.… Read more
We stay in Monterey pretty regularly and we have our go-to's, but this time we decided to try the Monterey Plaza. We were very impressed and were pleased with our experience. Top-Notch everything. We picked up a very good/positive vibe amongst the staff at every point of contact. We felt this was an overall reflection of the organization. Something good seems to be happening here! Close to Cannery Row, but away from the noise. Was a bit pricey, but the quality of the experience was excellent. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Masquerading as a Five-Star Property

Jul 21, 2021 Andrew1415 Chicago, Illinois

Wanting to experience a few days in Monterrey with my family, I decided to pay the absurdly offensive prices for a short stay at the Monterey Plaza, hoping that somehow the price point would equate to an outstanding visit (for some context about the prices, the Plaza charged rates that were almost twice that for a similar room type at a nearby… Read more
Wanting to experience a few days in Monterrey with my family, I decided to pay the absurdly offensive prices for a short stay at the Monterey Plaza, hoping that somehow the price point would equate to an outstanding visit (for some context about the prices, the Plaza charged rates that were almost twice that for a similar room type at a nearby Fairmont and Ritz Carlton). Instead, we discovered a property that charges five-star prices for a three-star experience. From the beginning when our room wasn’t ready at the guaranteed check-in time, to calling numerous times requesting extra towels, to having a team member ask why we needed more linens, to the mediocre food from Schooner’s, I cannot recall being more unhappy about spending money with a hotel. Together with the overwhelming touristy-ness of Monterrey (think Atlantic City Boardwalk with better weather), the entire experience was substandard. Had we not had a bay view, I would say there was absolutely nothing redeeming about this stay. Unfortunately, the view belies a property that does not provide guests with an experience its prices would suggest. Read less