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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Indoor pool with sun loungers offers a perfect relaxation spot at this Monterey Bay getaway where attentive staff members are always ready to assist guests

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El Castell Motel sits in the heart of Monterey Bay, where travelers appreciate both the indoor swimming pool and the helpful staff. Guests can take a refreshing swim or relax on poolside loungers, with free WiFi keeping everyone connected and extended parking adding convenience.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
2 bedrooms
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(41 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(102 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(118 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
LCD TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Microwave
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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    About the neighborhood

    Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, a neighborhood in Monterey, El Castell Motel is near the airport and near the beach. Fisherman's Wharf and Pebble Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Monterey Bay and Carmel Beach. Check out an event or a game at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, and consider making time for Monterey Bay Aquarium, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, scuba diving, and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Guests love the motel's location for the sightseeing. Visit our Monterey travel guide
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    2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

    What's nearby

    • Del Monte Beach featuring general coastal views and tranquil scenes
      Del Monte Beach
      14 min walk - 1.3 km
    • North Fremont Street
      1 min walk - 0.0 km
    • Monterey County Fairgrounds
      2 min walk - 0.2 km
    • Monterey Pines Golf Course
      7 min walk - 0.6 km
    • Naval Postgraduate School
      15 min walk - 1.3 km

    Getting around

    • Monterey Station
      14 min drive
    • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
      2 min drive

    Restaurants

    • Starbucks
      14 min walk
    • In-N-Out Burger
      18 min walk
    • McDonald's
      3 min drive
    • Chili's Grill & Bar
      2 min drive
    • Starbucks
      12 min walk

    About this property

    El Castell Motel

    Motel near Cannery Row
    El Castell Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
    You'll also find perks like:
    • An indoor pool along with sun loungers
    • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and a vending machine
    • Smoke-free premises and a 24-hour front desk
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the pool, helpful staff, and location
    Room features
    All 52 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean, comfortable rooms at the property.
    Extra amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and hair dryers
    • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
    • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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    Property amenities

    Internet

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

    Parking and transportation

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

    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
    • Smoking not allowed

    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 available
    Minimum check-in age: 21

    Check-out

    Check-out before 11 AM
    Contactless check-out available
    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

    Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

    Children and extra beds

    Children are welcome
    1 child, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
    Cribs (infant beds) are not available

    Property payment types

    Important information

    Optional extras

    • 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)

    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 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

    We should mention

    This property does not have elevators
    Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM
    Parking height restrictions apply

    Property is also known as

    Castell Motel
    El Castell
    El Castell Monterey
    El Castell Motel
    El Castell Motel Monterey
    El Castell Hotel Monterey
    El Castell Motel Motel
    El Castell Motel Monterey
    El Castell Motel Motel Monterey

    Frequently asked questions

    Does El Castell Motel have a pool?

    Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8:30 AM–9:30 PM.

    Is El Castell Motel pet-friendly?

    No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

    How much is parking?

    Self parking is available for USD 11.28 per night.

    What time is check-in at El Castell Motel?

    Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

    What time is check-out at El Castell Motel?

    Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 33.90 (subject to availability).

    Where is El Castell Motel located?

    Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, this motel is steps from North Fremont Street, and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. Monterey County Fairgrounds and Monterey State Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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    Reviews

    El Castell Motel Reviews

    9.0

    Wonderful

    9.2

    Cleanliness

    8.4

    Amenities

    9.2

    Staff & service

    8.8

    Property conditions & facilities
    Rating 10 - Excellent. 1195 out of 1934 reviews
    Rating 8 - Good. 502 out of 1934 reviews
    Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1934 reviews
    Rating 4 - Poor. 49 out of 1934 reviews
    Rating 2 - Terrible. 39 out of 1934 reviews

    Reviews

    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

    10/10 Excellent

    Sonja

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

    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

    8/10 Good

    Emily

    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
    Clean room Good area Thin walls but expected Staff was amazing
    Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Christine

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Great room, spotless. We loved the pool and wish we could have stayed longer. Checking in and out was a breeze.
    Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Randy

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    It was fairly cool being winter time, the heater worked very well! Parkin was very convenient and the hotel very centrally located!
    Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Shara

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Comfortable bed, soft sheets, very clean. :)
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

    10/10 Excellent

    Christian

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Clean room, courteous staffs, good coffee by the office, will recommended
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    JOSE

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
    Nice little Motel. Definitely staying here again with the family. They actually have a 3 queen option which is great for a family with kids.
    Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

    8/10 Good

    Yesenia

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Location of property was great. Rooms cleaned. Beds comfy. Definitely will stay again.
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Manuel

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Nice hotel! Safe and close to stores.
    Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Ivy

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Very high tech checkin and out
    Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

    10/10 Excellent

    Heather

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
    It was a nice quiet stay. I enjoyed the fact that there is no key card and check in and out was easy.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

    8/10 Good

    Mirna

    Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
    Clean room, great staff
    Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Aaron

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The room was great the carpet is a little to weathered. Besides that it is a great place.
    Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Daneka

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    It was very clean. The staff was lovely. It was all families too. It’s close to everything. They have a heated pool and that was awesome for my 7 year old. We are definitely going back but I’m going for a bigger room next time.
    Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Estephanie

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Room was clean easy check in. Kids enjoyed the pool
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Araseli

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Convenient location.
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Oleg

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Everything was great. My best wishes to staff. Will recommend the hotel to everyone.
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Manuel

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
    Very happy with my stay. Eoom is clean and in a good location
    Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Patrick

    Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    The room was very nice, the pool was great and the free hot chocolate and coffee in the office was amazing
    Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

    8/10 Good

    Jeni

    Very easy check in. Never had a need to go to the office! There are no room cards. They text you with code for keyless entry! They text you in the mornings to ask if you need housekeeping. The rooms are huge. We got the 3 beds in the rooms and we were all very Z coming Mmmm a
    Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

    6/10 Okay

    Carlos

    Liked: Cleanliness
    The room was comfy and nice and the staff were helpful when checking in was a bit complicated as we arrived late
    Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

    8/10 Good

    Steven

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
    Very good facility for the price…rooms upgraded and staff attentive…
    Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

    10/10 Excellent

    Dori

    Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
    Great location, very clean rooms and the property was well kept
    Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025