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El Castell Motel

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Front of property
Exterior
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

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2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, North Fremont Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Del Monte Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪16 min walk‬

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Room, 1 King Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(118 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel in Monterey with 24-hour front desk and indoor pool
This smoke-free motel features an indoor pool, self parking and laundry facilities. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a 24-hour front desk, express check-out and a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
El Castell Motel offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit.

This Monterey motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

El Castell Motel's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from North Fremont Street. Free WiFi in public areas, an indoor pool and laundry facilities are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Self-parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • Just a 5-minute drive from 17-Mile Drive and a few minutes from Fisherman's Wharf
El Castell Motel offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Parking is available for a fee.

This Monterey motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Uncovered parking on site (USD 11.28 per night)
  • Limited on-site self parking

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 33.90
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 33.90
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: USD 11.28 per night
  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Property is also known as

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El Castell
El Castell Monterey
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El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1186 out of 1926 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 502 out of 1926 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1926 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 51 out of 1926 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 1926 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tobar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Avinash

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient location. Value for money
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness
Check in was done via a machine with video call. Was not an enjoyable experience. I real person came in to the office as I was wrapping up. She was lovely and helpful. The video call was cold and unwelcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Easy check in and check out. Clean rooms. Convenient location. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linden

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good. Pricey for what you get. Location.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

randy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place, will definitely stay here again. Staff very pleasant and courteous. Parking a little crowded but manageable. All around comfortable good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lissette m

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rafael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Yes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No breakfast but clean and comfortable beds
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Antonis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. And spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie, Coralville

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The third bed really helped accommodate us!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

harry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room, area
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Juan

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I made reservation for a King bedroom. None available. I was given option to upgrade to 2 queen beds and pay for the difference, or downgrade to 1 queen bedroom with no refund. Meaning, they were able to get $$ upfront, but no discout if accept downgrade room. So, I cancelled the reservation. Be careful!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

George

Disliked: Room comfort
A plunger was next to the toilet which I thought was odd. I wanted to take shower but the tub immediately started filling with water so it was clogged. Poor sink pressure that I didn't even wait to get hot. The TV wasn't operational as the staff member told me after three trip to the front desk and I was told to use the smaller tv in the next room. I was given a suite because I was given a room that was already occupied initially. The staff member told me that the key card wasn't working because the sensor needed a battery change. While doing this battery change task, someone appeared behind the window(the occupant). How or why on earth did they get such a high rating is beyond me. Never again. 200 bucks for the most frustrating experience and sleepless night. Get some black shades.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fernando

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Safe and clean .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hidden gem for the price especially for families. The only thing is there are no black out curtains so the light from the hallway shined into the room all night long.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Room not cleaned until my 5th day.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean room, quick check in.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
El Castell is a retro motel, recently renovated into an amazing boutique motel. Very clean, modern rooms. Staff are all incredibly kind, professional and efficient. The pricing at El Castell is well worth the stay!! This hotel is close to shopping, restaurants, and other experiences. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025