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Wave Street Inn

Property class: 3

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.
A reception area with a modern counter, a seating area with a chair and a rug, a large window with blinds, and a door leading outside.
A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV on a dark wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a sliding door closet.
A multi-story building with a modern architectural design, featuring balconies, large windows, and a central staircase.
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Wave Street Inn.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is $227
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2

Explore the area

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571 Wave Street, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Cannery Row
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds (Cannery Row)

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 2 Queen Beds (Cannery Row)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(49 reviews)
  • 324 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed (Cannery Row)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.

Room, 1 King Bed (Cannery Row)

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

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A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row)

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row)

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (The Wave Suite)

A hotel room with two beds, a wooden headboard, a painting, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite (The Wave Suite)

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row, Roll-in Shower)

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a painting on the wall, a nightstand, and a dresser.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Cannery Row, Roll-in Shower)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Wave Street Inn

3-star hotel in New Monterey
Self parking, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk are available at this hotel. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, free newspapers, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine are onsite.
Wave Street Inn offers 32 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature laptop-compatible safes and coffee/tea makers. Premium cable television is provided. Bathrooms include showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Monterey hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Housekeeping is provided daily.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Wave Street Inn features a terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance. Public areas are equipped with complimentary wireless Internet access. This Monterey hotel also offers concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and an elevator. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (USD 19.21 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch TV with premium cable channels
  • iPod dock

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Self parking fee: USD 19.21 per night

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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

Otter Inn Monterey
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Otter Monterey
Otter Hotel Monterey
Wave Street Inn Monterey
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Wave Street Inn Hotel
Wave Street Inn Monterey
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Wave Street Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 667 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 227 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 68 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place. My go to hotel everytime we go to Monterey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, well maintained property and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
so cozy and literally walking distance from everything, will definitely be back !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was absolutely perfect!! The staff was amazing!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was plenty of parking and so close to everything, restaurants , shopping, and the beach. The staff were friendly , welcoming , and very helpful . The room was clean and comfortable. I would stay here again on my next trip to Monterey.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly service easy to get to from street would 100 percent stay here next time i come
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Place was nice , clean and close proximity to restaurants , shops and aquarium. Beds were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk really do all they can to make your stay enjoyable including a goody bag on arrival and bottled water. There are fire pits as well, for warmth or relaxation. Great location and very functional room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was clean and comfy, staff was very kind and we loved how easy it was to walk everywhere.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel near the Monterey Bay Aquarium and within walking distance of Fisherman’s Wharf and many restaurants and shops. Beautiful view of Monterey Bay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, rooms very comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice little hotel at an excellent location to the aquarium, shops, dining options and a 5 min walk to the beach
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Clean hotel close to Cannery row
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, quiet. slept well. good bathroom
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is very convenience for aquarium and Cannery Row, but it’s not good insulting , it’s noisy at night when I was there. The room is clean, staff are friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and grounds were great. Best hotel breakfast ever. Great bed. Highly recommend
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and place
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Inn was a great place to stay. Extremely well taken care of. The staff was very and helpful. One of the best locations in the area. Could not have had a better stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Cool view of ocean from room. Great walking distance. Careful the parking is very tight and they don’t have much of a lobby or front desk. Also be ready for seagulls living on the roof making quite a lot of noise in the early morning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very walkable to shopping and restaurants. Carol at the front desk was very welcoming and informative at our check-in.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Easy walking and parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, shower pressure amazing, friendly and helpful staff. Parking spots are a little tight, but work!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel for a few nights getaway and excellent location! Highly recommend and will stay again. Staff is friendly and quiet hotel right off the main strip.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026