Skip to main content
Beginning of main content
4.7 out of 5

"It was quaint, staff was friendly, rooms were clean. My only complaint is there is no one at the front desk at night. I was given a log for the firepl ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 23 Oct 2023

Enter dates to see availability

Hotel Description

Colonial hotel near Fisherman's Wharf

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).

Marina, coffee shop

This hotel features self parking and a coffee shop. Guests will appreciate free perks like self-serve breakfast and WiFi in public areas. A garden and a safe deposit box are also provided.

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
CA $312* Per night/room 3 Apr. - 4 Apr.

Premium Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Honeymoon Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Standard, One King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Merritt House Hotel ratings based on 12 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Merritt House Hotel

Everyone (8) Couples (1) Family (2)
5 out of 5
It was quaint, staff was friendly, rooms were clean. My only complaint is there is no one at the front desk at night. I was given a log for the fireplace and told to use the matches in my room. There were no matches. Also some guests were super loud after midnight. There was no one to call for help.

Posted by on 23 Oct. 2023

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

23 Oct. 2023 by Taylor

Thank you for taking time to leave this review, we are sorry for the inconvenience to you and we hope that does not stop you from coming back ! For future reference we do have the managers number posted on our front office door for any after hours inquires.

4 out of 5
Staff is very friendly and accommodating. Rooms are comfortable and clean. We stay here whenever we're in Monterey and it's always a good choice.

Posted by , from OAKDALE on 3 Feb. 2023

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

3 Feb. 2023 by Taylor

Thank you for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

5 out of 5
Great!

Posted by , from Weaverville on 11 Oct. 2021

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

11 Oct. 2021 by Adam

Thank you for your feedback, Margaret! We hope to see you again!

5 out of 5

Posted by on 1 Aug. 2021

Was this review helpful to you?
5 out of 5

Posted by on 28 Nov. 2020

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

14 Dec. 2020 by tanner

thank you

4 out of 5
no A/C. But on the peninsula I guess you really don't need it

Posted by on 23 Sep. 2019

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

23 Sep. 2019 by jay

thank you for your review.

5 out of 5
Merritt House Inn has an incredible location in downtown Monterey. It's so close to so many convenient locations within walking distance. It certainly has a quaint charm (not dirty, not obsolete, genuinely invitingly charming like staying at a friends house...)

Posted by on 24 Jun. 2019

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

24 Jun. 2019 by Fran

Thank you so much for your review!

5 out of 5
Very nice, quite room. Great location near downtown.

Posted by on 30 Mar. 2019

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

30 Mar. 2019 by fran

Thank you so much for your review!!

4 out of 5
Very nice. When we checked in the host was very hospitable and accommodating. Unfortunately we were only able to stay one night. We hadn't been to Monterey in quite a few years, and back then we stayed at the Merritt House. Wrote down the name to make sure wouldn't forget. We didn't, and stayed there last weekend.

Posted by , from Sacramento on 24 Jul. 2018

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

24 Jul. 2018 by fran

Thank you so much for your review.. and thank you for remembering us!!!

5 out of 5

Great stay in Monterey.

Pros: Nice hotel and great staff. Close to lots to see, eat, and do.
Location: Minutes walk to Fisherman's Wharf, lots of restaurants, The Crown and Anchor nearby was a favourite, Adventures by the sea is a great business as well
Staying in Monterey for a weekend wedding and picked Merritt House in for it's location and reviews.

Posted by , from Brights Grove, Ontario on 25 May 2017

Was this review helpful to you?
Comment from Hotel Management

15 Jul. 2017 by Merritt House Inn

Thank you for staying with us. We hope that you consider us again for future stays in the Monterey area.

Property Features

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

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi , Wireless internet access

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Monterey Station (2.2 km / 1.4 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

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.

  • Television
  • Cable channels
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Bathrobes
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Heating
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Desk chair

Food & Drink

Guests are served free self-serve breakfast daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 21
  • Check-in time ends at 6:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 5:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No elevators
  • Front desk opens daily at 9:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 5:00 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Smoke detector
  • Second check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Second check-in time ends at 6:00 PM
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available
  • Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast
  • gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property follows sanitization practices of SafeStay (AHLA - USA)

Fees

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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
url importing http://www.travelocity.ca/Monterey-Hotels-Merritt-House-Hotel.h1196917-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&
There was an error importing /Monterey-Hotels-Merritt-House-Hotel.h1196917-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&, error: javax.servlet.jsp.JspTagException: 301 http://www.travelocity.ca/Monterey-Hotels-Merritt-House-Hotel.h1196917-p2.Hotel-Reviews?rm1=a2&
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.