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Sanctuary Beach Resort

4.5 star property

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Lobby lounge
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Dinner served, farm to table cuisine

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Pet friendly
  • Housekeeping

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3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA, 93933
  • Marina State Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Marina Dunes Preserve
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪16 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Coastal View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Coastal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Coastal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Sanctuary Beach Resort

4.5-star Marina resort with in-room fireplaces
At Sanctuary Beach Resort, catch some rays at the beach, pamper yourself at the full-service spa, or enjoy volleyball.
Sanctuary Beach Resort offers 60 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature fireplaces and iPod docking stations. Rooms open to balconies. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Pillowtop beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down comforters, and premium bedding. LED televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Marina resort provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include minibars and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include hypo-allergenic bedding.

An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site.

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

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.
In addition to a full-service spa, Sanctuary Beach Resort features an outdoor pool and a hot tub. The resort offers a restaurant and a snack bar/deli. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Event facilities measuring 460 square feet (43 square meters) include conference space. This luxury resort also offers a children's pool, a terrace, and multilingual staff. Complimentary self parking is available on site, along with a car charging station. A total renovation of this property was completed in July 2024.

Sanctuary Beach Resort is a smoke-free property.

Salt Wood Kitchen - This seafood restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Salt Wood Kitchen

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Children's pool
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 460 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a regional park
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 3 treatment rooms
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 accessible parking spaces
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (48 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1999
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - July 2024
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • iPod dock
  • LED TV with cable channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Wet bar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 16 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Resort fee: USD 55 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Fitness/yoga classes
  • In-room coffee
  • Pool access

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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, 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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
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
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

Property is also known as

Beach Sanctuary
Beach Sanctuary Resort
Sanctuary Beach
Sanctuary Beach Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort Marina
Sanctuary Resort
Sanctuary Beach Hotel Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort Resort Marina

Sanctuary Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 207 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 100 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1008 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommend, everything was great
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful view on the beach. Great service. Restaurant Salt Wood was also delicious
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

JANET MARIE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location for a family get away. Beautiful views. Friendly staff. Comfortable accommodations. Very expensive room rate, however…
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Natalia

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Marisabel

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The view was beautiful and the place was not over populated.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

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

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sophang

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

John

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed there 3 times. It’s a very nice place. Safe great spot and fire pit is perfect way to end the night. They have updated the rooms and it’s even better
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Priya

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Views of the ocean and beach access was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This resort was really a space of peace. We loved how friendly and helpful the employees are!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Family friendly

Family oriented hotel. Catered to families with kids. Great views and friendly staff. Everything was clean. I suggest staying on an upper floor as you will hear every footstep from the exterior to the inside of the rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My first time staying at the hotel gave me a compensation upgrade and had the best amazing view. Will be coming back again for my birthday.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bridget

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and serene. Will definitely be returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela, Alameda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025