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Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
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)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Portola)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 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)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Portola Room Two Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(177 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Partial Harbor View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(9 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed, Harbor View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(16 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Partial Harbor View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Run of House

  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Courtyard)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds (Courtyard)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • 342 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

  • Harbor view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4-star Monterey resort, connected to the convention center in Downtown 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.
In addition to a full-service spa, Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay features an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the resort's 2 restaurants. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the resort's 2 bars/lounges. Wireless Internet access is available for a surcharge.

This business-friendly resort also offers spa services, a terrace, and a vending machine. Onsite parking is available (surcharge), along with a car charging station. A total renovation of this property was completed in December 2020.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is a smoke-free property.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 6:30 AM and 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 transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • 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)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

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

Restaurants on site

  • Jacks Monterey
  • Peter B's Brewpub

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Family friendly

  • Free crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Massage

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
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 7 floors
  • 9 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Renovated entire property - December 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 58.18 per accommodation, per night (maximum USD 150 per stay), plus a deposit of USD 58.18 per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 58.18 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • 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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Parking height restrictions apply
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. 1597 out of 2470 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 483 out of 2470 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 236 out of 2470 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 89 out of 2470 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 2470 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

Nan

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Brittany, Visalia

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Favorite place to stay in Monterey!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Terrific and friendly reception. Check in was seamless. The property is beautiful!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We came for our honeymoon and I did my research to find a good hotel. It’s a beautiful hotel but I didn’t realize how stinky it would be because of the warf being right there. They also were pretty hard to get a hold of when we were calling. The guy was always busy or just not there. Then we didn’t realize there wasn’t room service and the food from their restaurant was below average for high prices. So it was a bummer having to go get it. Again we were on our honeymoon and wanted to split a bit more. But then by no fault of the hotel the power went out from 6:30pm-12:30am and they were very apologetic. They did give us $100 off but honestly I think we should have gotten almost the whole day comped from not being able to 1 get food, use the tv or anything and having to walk up and down 5 flights of stairs…. So overall I had a good time because of being with my new husband but was disappointed in the experience :/ the staff was very friendly though. Eros one of the Bellman was the star example of what service should be. Very friendly and has the guest in mind. Deserves a raise and praise indeed.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice hotel, though it does have a bit of a weird sprawling layout. The rooms are a bit small and I wouldn't stay more than a couple of days. I didn't think the value was particularly great. Its convenient for walks along the front and is pretty close to the wharf area for restaurants and shops. Its a decent walk to the aquarium (we had small children with us) but it was pleasant and they got to see the seals on the way, however probably took us 20 mins to get to that area. We used the pool once which was a little cold and you have to walk across one of the 'through' streets to the spa building which is separate from the hotel (as I say..weird layout). The children enjoyed the pool and the hot tub was nice size, neither are particularly big though. We ate at the hotel a couple of times and this was ok though there wasn't a great deal of choice and was relatively expensive. Parking is ok with a parking lot attached to the Spa and we didn't have any issue with this. The hotel is clean with a nice decor and experience, just a little sprawling. We had a pleasant stay and visited Santa Cruise and Henry Cowell Redwoods State Park from here as well as Carmel and 17 mile drive, all of which were really enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Viveka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Jduke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location. Layout, facilities Should provide local shuttle
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chiquita

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

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

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

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Mariposa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time me and my husband have stayed at this hotel and we love it! Super clean and we love how we can just walk downtown or to the pier.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and comfortable weekend getaway. Easy walk to wildlife viewing, restaurants, beach and shopping. Parking very convenient. Will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Underwhelming
We checked in late and we were told that the room we booked was accessible only by stairs.We had a lot of luggage so we asked for a different room and ended up with a double room instead of a king. We were celebrating our anniversary and were hoping for a room with a view but unfortunately it wasn’t possible. No information about the property was offered at check in. We tried to get a drink at the bar for brunch in the morning but we were told it was closed at 11am. Wanted to used the pool and hot tub in the evening but would have had to walk through the crowded bar and lobby to do so, didn’t end up using it.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra

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

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

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

10/10 Excellent

helen, Milpitas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s was a beautiful hotel! My kids didn’t want to go home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney, Oakland

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed with our three-year-old and had a great time! Comfy beds and amazing water pressure in the showers, pool and hot tub were clean and fun; staff was attentive and kind.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Roxanna

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

8/10 Good

Graciela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel was great, I wish the room wasn’t so far back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We also have a great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024