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El Castell Motel

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Reception
Front of property
Interior entrance
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

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2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Del Monte Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(97 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

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

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Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Junior Suite, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room, Multiple Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)
  • 350 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 397 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(86 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel in Casanova Oak Knoll
This smoke-free motel features an indoor pool, laundry facilities, and a 24-hour front desk. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a vending machine. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
El Castell Motel offers 52 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations.

This Monterey motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; local and long-distance calls are complimentary (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered once per stay and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.

Recreational amenities at the motel include an indoor pool.

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

El Castell Motel features an indoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This business-friendly motel also offers express check-in and express check-out. Onsite self parking is complimentary.

El Castell Motel is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free extended parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

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: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 20
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 20 (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, debit cards, and cash
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

Property is also known as

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1078 out of 1730 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 449 out of 1730 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 134 out of 1730 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1730 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1730 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Serena, Fresno

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to spend a couple nights as a last minute get away.. the price was right.. everything was clean and stocked. I did put up the do not disturb sign when we left for the day. When we came back the sign was gone and our room was made up. Not a big deal really. I do wish the "heated pool" was at least a little heated.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our time at the motel was exactly what we had hoped for and we were pleasantly surprised by all that was available around the motel. Location was easily accessible, we were able to park right in front our our room, the pool was enjoyed by our grandchildren, our room amenities were good and we had everything we needed for a stay while visiting Monterey.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Especially for the cost of this room I was pleasantly surprised how neat, clean, comfortable, and well stocked it was. Being a blitz trip and wanting a cheap but nice room for my family, I was very impressed with this room!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was amazing. The one and only thing we didn’t like was the smell when we first walked into the room. Aside from that, everything was great! We will definitely be staying here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gagan

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina

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

Nice surprise

Check in attendant was polite & made check in smooth. For the price we were not sure what to expect. Room was surprisingly bright and clean. The bed was comfortable. AC & heater was nice not loud like most. The cleaning staff did not make a loud ruckus like so many other places we have stayed, they were quiet & very polite. Pool was clean & refreshing. Water pressure & temp were on point! We will be returning
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Ann, Elk Grove

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I went off of favorable reviews when I booked - they were untrue or fake. Staff was rude except for one daytime member. Asked for towels and denied! No handicap access. No parking near room!!!! Very sketchy area with a busy place next door!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esthela

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My kids love the heating pool and the room so spacious, we stayed in the 3 beds and what what I liked most was the we had a mini fridge the size of like 5 ft.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Family trip, 3 queen beds worth it
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Paul

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ron

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to aquarium
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Jimmy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall a pleasant stay, it’s probably an older property. It is pretty clean, except the older motel odor.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lose

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I like that the room were very clean and the bed was very comfortable. It is close to all the areas we wanted to visit but still far enough for some quiet and peaceful time.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Herminia, Greenfield

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

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

Good stop for the night

Nicely refurbished old school motel. King bed was fine, rooms smaller than modern hotels, but it was clean and well maintained. Exterior of motel looks fresh and has a tasteful early California vibe; has a slight 50’s feel. My wife and I liked the whiff of vintage. Indoor pool smart idea for Monterey weather. Only con is that it is in the airport’s flight path, but only one late afternoon flight was observed, so not a deal breaker.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

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

6/10 Okay

Armida

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We didn’t have a coffeemaker in our room, though the office apologized for it. Just to be aware for families traveling with children, the hotel is next to an Adult Theatre.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the heated indoor pool!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

peter j

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

Calif vacation

Great stay.. liked it so much we extended our stay at this facility…. Very friendly staff and reception..keep up the great work..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Levi

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025