MONTEREY FAIRGROUNDS INN, Monterey – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
2042 Fremont St,
Monterey,
California,
United States,
93940,
California
Rooms & Amenities
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn offers rooms with satellite TV, mini-refrigerators, and free WiFi. Some rooms include microwaves and irons. The seasonal outdoor pool is open to guests. Accessible rooms feature widened doorways and clear floor space for mobility aids.
Dining Options
A free continental breakfast is served daily. Nearby restaurants include Tony's Pizza and The Coffee Bean. Fisherman's Wharf, a 5-minute drive away, has seafood options like Crab House Monterey.
Leisure & Activities
The hotel is a 6-minute walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds and 15 minutes from Monterey State Beach. Golf courses like Del Monte Golf Course are a 5-minute drive. Hiking and biking trails are nearby.
Location & Transport
Monterey Fairgrounds Inn is a 2-minute drive from Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY). Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium are 4 km away. Bus #7 stops nearby, connecting to Central Station.
Services & Accessibility
ADA-compliant parking spaces have access aisles and visible signage. Safety features include smoke detectors and first aid kits. The front desk assists with local event tickets, such as the Monterey Jazz Festival.
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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Free parking
Luggage storage
24-hour services
General
Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Vending machines
Guest Parking
Dryer
Services
Laundry
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Dryer
Media
Flat-screen TV
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Location
2042 Fremont St,
Monterey,
California,
United States,
93940,
California
Map view
2042 Fremont St,
Monterey,
California,
United States,
93940,
California
City landmarks
Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium
2.6
mi
Cannery Row & Wave Streets
Cannery Row
2.3
mi
Beach
Del Monte Beach
1.0
mi
401 Virgin Ave
Laguna Grande Regional Park
5000 ft
Monterey
Old Fisherman's Wharf
1.7
mi
1300 Sylvan Rd
Del Monte Golf Course
5200 ft
Park
Dennis the Menace Park
1.9
mi
2004 Fairground Rd
Monterey County Fairgrounds
1.4
mi
Church
San Carlos Cathedral
1.4
mi
St. John's Chapel
2500 ft
Monterey Bay Coastal Trail
1.6
mi
Planet Gemini
2800 ft
Museum
Monterey Museum of Art
1.8
mi
Ingersol Family Statue
3600 ft
Monterey Assembly of God Chuch
3700 ft
Church
St Seraphim's Russian Orthodox
4000 ft
Saint Seraphims Russian Orthodox Church
4100 ft
Museum
Monterey County Youth Museum
1.5
mi
Monterey State Historic Park 530 Houston St.
Stevenson House
1.6
mi
Monterey Veteran's Memorial PK
4500 ft
1299 Del Monte Ave
Burlwood Studios
4500 ft
Park
Monterey State Historic Park
1.7
mi
Pacific St btwn Madison and Jefferson Sts
Colton Hall Museum
1.8
mi
Fdes Lodge
4900 ft
Church
Living Hope Church of the Nazarene
5000 ft
26640-26668
Garrapata Creek Bridge
5100 ft
El Estero Park
1.9
mi
Golf Course
Monterey Pines Golf Course
1.4
mi
Event hall
Cancer Survivor Day Picnic @ Monterey Fairgrounds
1.4
mi
Nearby
Lincoln Lanes
1200 ft
Restaurants
Mundos Cafe
2300 ft
2233 Fremont St
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
76%
enjoyed their stay & would return
quiet
comfortable
dirty bathroom
unprofessional staff
7.6/10
Very good
Rooms
5.0
Location
5.0
Service
5.0
Dining
5.0
Guest reviews
7.6/10
based on 3 reviews
3.3
3.3/10 based on 146 reviews
Roger
United States,
May
2024
5.4/10
The hotel rooms were a mixed bag. On one hand, they were neat and clean which was a plus, but on the other hand, they looked like they were poorly renovated and the overwhelming smell of perfume on the bed was off-putting. The dated appearance and signs of damage like holes in the walls gave a vandalized vibe.
Rooms
5.0
The rooms were a mix of cleanliness and disrepair. Neat and clean yet poorly renovated, with a strong perfume odor. They appeared old, dirty, and almost vandalized with holes in the walls.
Service
6.0
The staff at the hotel was pretty friendly which was a nice touch. However, there was a need for better care of the property and addressing customer complaints promptly.
Location
5.0
The hotel's location was a bit challenging. While it was convenient except for ongoing roadwork, the tight parking spaces due to inconsiderate parking by guests made it difficult to maneuver. Being under the main flight path of Monterey airport was also a downside.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience left much to be desired at this hotel. The breakfast was not very appetizing and the area felt cramped. There were limited options, and items ran out early in the morning before many guests could enjoy them.
Facilities
5.0
The hotel had basic facilities with nothing exceptional to note. There was no standout feature or amenity that added to the overall experience.
Michael
United States,
August
2023
5.0/10
My stay at this hotel was a complete letdown. The room was so dirty that nothing seemed wiped down, the bathroom had old towels on the floor in the corner, and the shower door was broken. The only relief was that I didn't encounter any roaches, but for $160 a night, it was definitely not worth it. I will never come back here. The breakfast, if you can even call it that, was a horrible experience. Stay away from this hotel.
Rooms
5.0
The room wasn't very well taken care of, with cracks in the walls and ceiling. It looked old and used.
Service
5.0
The service was rude and nasty. It seemed like the staff was unprofessional and unwelcoming.
Location
5.0
The location was filthy, and while it was perfect for visiting the area, it wasn't very close to the main tourist attractions compared to some other motels. Not the best for a stay focused on Monterey.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was not very appetizing and the offerings were cramped. The slices of white bread, damp danishes, and burnt coffee did not meet expectations.
Facilities
5.0
The facilities had cracks in the walls and ceiling, looked very old and used. The only positive aspect was free parking.
William
United States,
June
2023
5.0/10
The hotel was a major disappointment. The room had broken tiles and small details like a missing lamp shade that just made everything feel neglected. The bathroom was dirty, with old towels strewn about and a broken shower door. At $160 a night, this was not worth it at all. The breakfast was atrocious, and I will never return.
Rooms
5.0
The room was in poor condition, with broken tiles and neglected details. The bathroom was dirty, with old towels and a broken shower door.
Service
5.0
The staff didn't seem to care about the rooms. They were unprofessional and even blamed us for issues we encountered.
Location
5.0
The location was not cozy, and parking was difficult due to limited space. However, it was suitable for a quick swim.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was basic and unappealing, with minimal options and poor quality offerings.