Experience the laid-back vibe at Monterey Surf Inn, a motel near Monterey Bay. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services, coffee and tea in the lobby, concierge services for planning your day out. Previous guests have praised the helpful staff and proximity to shopping.
Motel remodeled in 2024 and located near 17-Mile Drive
Monterey Surf Inn provides a free daily manager's reception and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
Free self parking
Express check-out, a 24-hour front desk, and concierge services
A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and smoke-free premises
Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All guestrooms at Monterey Surf Inn have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Food and drink
Free daily manager's reception
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Guest services
Concierge services
Housekeeping (on request)
Tour and ticket assistance
Accessibility
Hardwood flooring in room
No elevator
More
1 building
1 floor
Renovated entire property - June 2024
Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Pillowtop mattress
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
50-inch TV with premium cable channels
Food and drink
Microwave
Refrigerator
More
Access via exterior corridors
Air conditioning
Desk
Free local calls
Free long-distance calls
Phone
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not 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
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Monterey Surf
Monterey Surf Inn
Surf Inn Monterey
Surf Monterey
Monterey Surf Hotel Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel
Monterey Surf Inn Monterey
Monterey Surf Inn Motel Monterey
Frequently asked questions
Is Monterey Surf Inn pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Monterey Surf Inn?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Monterey Surf Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM.
What time is check-out at Monterey Surf Inn?
Check-out is at 11 AM.
Where is Monterey Surf Inn located?
Located in Monterey Vista, this motel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Munras Avenue and Fisherman's Wharf. Monterey Bay and Cannery Row are also within 2 mi (3 km).
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Monterey Surf Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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We loved our stay here! The property was so clean, the staff is so friendly and the outdoor seating was an awesome surprise. We will definitely be back!
Elizabeth
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Shashank
14 July 2025
Nice location, good coffee options, free parking, comfortable stay.
Just needed a quick spot to sleep. Went to Big Sur and Carmel which are both fairly close and easy access to freeway. The wharf is near and the food was decent.
Overall, I had a pleasant stay. The hotel was clean, the staff was welcoming, and the amenities were nice. Unfortunately, the bed was extremely uncomfortable.
Stayed here for the Laguna Seca races (15-20 min drove from hotel). Property and hotel room was clean and parking was easy. Hotel room was decent price. Restaurants were walking distance, walking back was uphill, but good to walk off the food. I would stay here again.
The hotel was nice for the price. The shower pressure was not the best and I woke up to another guest yelling in the parking lot right outside our room at 6:30 in the morning.