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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property

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Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
Front of property
Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Lobby sitting area
Exterior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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, Monterey Pines Golf Course
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪18 min walk‬

Room options

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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
(72 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(19 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(41 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(47 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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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
(108 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(129 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

El Castell Motel

This smoke-free motel features an indoor pool, laundry facilities and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, express check-out and a vending machine are on-site. 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, free self-parking and an indoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • 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. Self parking is free.

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
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • 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.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • 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.

  • 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
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1289 out of 2071 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 528 out of 2071 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 159 out of 2071 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 52 out of 2071 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 43 out of 2071 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karmine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was great will definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice and clean at a reasonable price for a 2 star hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Narciso

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Best place to stay always my go to place to stay if going to Monterey
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here, Love the location, pool. Friendly staff is a plus.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

maikol

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good please to stay good price room were good...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean rooms, great location and friendly staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

William

Rooms are always clean and for the rates it is a great
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and affordable.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and nicely remodeled. Extremely easy check-in and check-out process. Will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Araseli De La

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice room we loved it
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great staff, great value, good location for Monterey and freeway access.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Miriam

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, room service was great staff was courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent remodel - Friendly staff, very sweet helpful night desk girl... - Great Monterey Hotel
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rizza Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and check out. Staff are friendly and the heated pool is a plus especially on winter time!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very convenient location, very affordable, and clean
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price location and amenities
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leonardo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes room was nice & clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean and roomy. Check-in and check-out process was very easy. Front desk clerk was very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ashish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Awesome place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

HollySue

Disliked: Amenities
The room was not exceptionally clean but it's a great value for the cost.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, simple but clean and quiet room. Staff was helpful and the location was convenient. We would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristyn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Large room, modern, clean. Glad to have a mini fridge with freezer, microwave and keurig. Staff was very attentive to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026