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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4.0 star property

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Lobby
2 restaurants, breakfast served
2 restaurants, breakfast served
Terrace/patio
Property entrance

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

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Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Monterey Convention Center
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Golden State Theatre
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪13 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Portola)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Harbour View (Partial)

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Courtyard)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Portola)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Portola Room Two Queen Beds

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Harbor View)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Harbour View

  • 32 sq m
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Partial Harbor View)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Run of House

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Harbour View (Partial)

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Pet-friendly resort with 2 restaurants connected to the convention center in Monterey
This smoke-free resort features 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool. Additionally, 2 bars/lounges, a fitness center, and WiFi in public areas are onsite. Housekeeping is available on request.
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers 379 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 42-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

In-room wired and wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the resort include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include massages.
Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the comfortable beds at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay. During your stay, you'll be connected to the convention center, and just a quick walk from Fisherman's Wharf. You'll find features like 2 restaurants, 2 bars, and a full-service spa. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like food and water bowls.
  • Grab something to eat at one of the 2 restaurants, or stop for a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • WiFi for a fee
  • Valet parking and self parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Treat yourself to massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a gym and bike rentals
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the comfy beds, cleanliness, and spaciousness
  • Just a 4-minute walk from Fisherman's Wharf and 15 minutes by foot from Cannery Row
  • Pets welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There are 2 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have WiFi for a fee.

Spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay was completed in December 2020.

This 4-star Monterey resort is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Jacks Monterey - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Peter B's Brewpub - This restaurant serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Happy hour is offered. Open select days.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi (USD 9.95 per 24-hour period), Wired Internet (surcharge)
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (USD 9.95 per night)

Parking and public transport

  • Secured self parking on site (USD 28 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Secured valet parking on site (USD 35.84 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • On-site parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee daily 6:30 AM–10:30 AM: USD 8-20 for adults and USD 5-10 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • 2 bars/lounges

Restaurants on site

  • Jacks Monterey
  • Peter B's Brewpub

Things to do

  • Bike rentals
  • Fitness centre
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • ATM/banking services
  • Banquet hall
  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Pool sunloungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Couples treatment room(s)
  • Massages

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Lift
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairwells
  • In-room accessibility
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)

More

  • Renovated entire property – December 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Ceiling fan
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Heating
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow-top mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bath or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • TV channels
  • Films for purchase

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from February 10 2025 to August 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • One of the bars/lounges
  • One of the dining venues

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 58.18 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 58.18 per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 58.18 per stay.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 8 to 20 for adults, and USD 5 to 10 for children
  • Fee for in-room wireless internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for in-room wired internet: USD 9.95 per 24-hour period (rates may vary)
  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: USD 9.95 per night (rates may vary)
  • Secured self parking fee: USD 28 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Secured valet parking fee: USD 35.84 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 58.18 per night
  • Pet fee: USD 58.18 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 58.18 per stay

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 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 48 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Hotel Portola
Monterey Bay Portola Hotel
Portola Hotel
Portola Hotel Monterey Bay
Portola Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel And Spa At Monterey Bay
Portola
Portola Hotel Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola & At Monterey Monterey
Portola Hotel Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Resort
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Resort Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1607 out of 2485 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 486 out of 2485 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 236 out of 2485 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 90 out of 2485 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 66 out of 2485 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ivan, Mountain View

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Raneesh

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I recently stayed at Monterrey Portorla, and my experience was a mixed bag. On the positive side, the amenities were quite lovely, and the property itself is visually appealing. The valet parking service was excellent, making it easy to come and go without hassle. However, my stay was significantly marred by some serious issues. First and foremost, my room had a considerable infestation of black ants. This was particularly inconvenient as they invaded my food and even made their way into the bathroom. I reported this to the front desk, but the problem lingered, detracting from my overall comfort. Additionally, I found the pricing to be quite steep compared to other hotels in the area. For what I paid, I expected a higher standard of cleanliness and service, but unfortunately, this was not the case. There was no breakfast included, which is typically a standard offering at many hotels, and I was frustrated to find that bottled water in the room was charged at $5—something that feels excessive given the overall experience. Overall, while Monterrey Portorla has some appealing features, the pest issue, high pricing, and lack of attention to cleanliness significantly impacted my stay. I hope they can address these problems for future guests.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jongsang

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neel

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is centrally located in Monterey, within walking distance of attractions like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and Fisherman's Wharf. While the on-site restaurant provides convenient dining, the surrounding area boasts a diverse array of eateries. Additionally, the hotel is pet-friendly, making it an excellent choice for travelers with pets.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Fort Bragg

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What's not to love? We had a lovely stay....easy parking, quick and efficient check in, the bellhops were extremely nice, friendly and helpful, dinner and breakfast at Jack's Restaurant on premises were excellent, great lounge with a huge, beautiful recessed in-wall fireplace with great choices of beverages. We loved our stay! Walking distance to the large farmers market on Tuesdays, near great eating and drinking places. We'll definitely be back!!! Thank you to the entire staff for making our stay memorable!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Olivia

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms were pristine, beautifully furnished, clean. However, the hotel is awkwardly spread, and felt like a maze (long hallway as we were offered a quiet room all the way to the end of the building). Lobby is beautiful and inviting.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel, with a great atmosphere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sven, Riverside

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel. We were extremely happy with our stay and the hotel was perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Jack

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The shower and the TV did not work properly.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zhu

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A must stay!
Beautiful hotel, and an amazing location. We had a great weekend
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Two thumbs up
Excellent service. Every staff member I had contact with was happy and helpful. Room was in above satisfactory condition. The exercise room could use more free weights, but will do for a road trip workout. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The Hotel itself was clean etc. The management was terrible. Dealing with an issue from bar/service and they tried to charge our group twice for items already paid for. Manager was extremely rude and very condescending while we were providing proof of purchase and still continued to try and charge us. Ultimately had it removed from our bill but it ruined the entire experience. If you stay here be sure to close out your bill immediately and KEEP YOUR RECEIPTS after checking the itemized amount to be sure it's accurate. SPA amenities were very nice and I would recommend them.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Spencer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Went for my anniversary trip. View was beautiful. Room was great. Walking distance to lots of places. Would love to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

4/10 Poor

Marie

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel by the sea
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ani, SAN FRANCISCO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff, super organized, customer friendly. Always staying at this hotel. Simply love the personal attention.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

June

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

ELLEN

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

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