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Sanctuary Beach Resort

4.5 star property
Luxury resort with a full-service spa and a 24-hour front desk

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view
Dinner served, farm to table cuisine
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Sanctuary Beach Resort near California State University Monterey Bay offers a perfect balance of activity and relaxation. Enjoy beachfront volleyball, spa treatments like Swedish massages or facials, and WiFi. Dine on seafood at Salt Wood Kitchen and relax by the pool.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Room service
  • Pet friendly
  • Spa
  • Bar
The current price is AED 760
AED 1,089 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Beach 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)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa 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
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 35 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

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

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 39 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA, 93933

What's nearby

  • Marina State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marina Dunes Preserve - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • California State University Monterey Bay - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 17 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Cannery Row - 17 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Salinas Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Beach Resort

Luxury resort remodeled in 2024 and located near California State University Monterey Bay
You can look forward to a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby at Sanctuary Beach Resort. This resort is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beach volleyball. Treat yourself to a Swedish massage or a facial at the onsite spa. The on-site farm to table cuisine seafood restaurant, Salt Wood Kitchen, serves dinner. In addition to a bar and conference space, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this resort include:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Free bicycle rentals, an electric car charging station, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a 24-hour front desk, and massage treatment rooms
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 60 rooms feature comforts such as fireplaces and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches like wet bars and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, Egyptian cotton sheets, and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • LED TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas

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.

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includes taxes & fees
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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

Frequently asked questions

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Is Sanctuary Beach Resort pet-friendly?

Yes, Sanctuary Beach Resort allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sanctuary Beach Resort located?

Located in Marina, this beachfront resort is in a regional park, 3.1 mi (5 km) from California State University Monterey Bay, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Fisherman's Wharf and Maritime Museum. Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are also within 12 mi (20 km).

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Reviews

Sanctuary Beach Resort Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

9.2

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 631 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 201 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dyver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay on the beach
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed, clean bathroom, convenient location and super friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Augie

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What’s great about this property is that it is right on the beach which gives it a semi private area for the guests to enjoy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

10/10 Excellent

Natalie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed an oceanfront king suite with pull out sofa. What an absolutely amazing experience. The room was right on the beach, the sand literally up to the patio. Everything was perfect, from the room and amenities to our meal at Saltwood!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Minus the actual pool is not functioning it’s not heated. I was hoping to enjoy swimming. The hot tube is nice. The staff are amazing! The Salt Wood restaurant is worth going out of your way to enjoy! Incredible service 5 star
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We Arrived at about
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margie

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

So dog friendly ! Mickey loved it!

If you have a dog with you, they can go everywhere! Including the beach, restaurants too, walks…
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sven

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

10/10 Excellent

Arlene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Must stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Service was amazing grounds are beautiful and well kept!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 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

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location on the beach. The rooms are well equipped with high grade consumables . The bedding was good although a little soft for my taste.
Fire pits on the beach are a short walk
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to rest.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sabrina

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

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

AXEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The views are obviously incredible, but the staff was all extremely welcoming and over the top attentive to any need that came up. Their accommodations for dogs is next level, I love properties that care as much as they do. 10/10 will stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sanctuary is one of my favorite resorts, not just b/c of the beauty of the hotel and the uniqueness of lodging on the beach, but because Guest Services is 10/10! From check-in, room service, the Salt Wood restaurant, to special requests, the staff is outstanding and provides an amazing experience.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly beautiful and relaxing.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property! Will re-boot for my next beach getaway
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 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

4/10 Poor

Paul

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
Experience wasn’t as expected and during construction unfortunately.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Arunita

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property and landscape and good food. A few challenges were (1) the weather being too chilly and windy to enjoy the beach and bonfires, but obviously not under our control and that’s what’s expected in norcal, (2) no air conditioning in the room we were in so we had to switch multiple times between opening the windows and balcony doors, getting very chilly, and turning on the fireplace, getting really hot and stuffy., (3) the spa service was nice but it was loud for a spa. You could hear the next door neighbors and the massage tables for some reason shook during the session. But overall, it was a very relaxing experience. And I would go back again just to enjoy the peace and quiet and the views.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sabine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peacefully and relaxing!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

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