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El Castell Motel

2.0 star property

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Family Room, Multiple Beds
Exterior
Front of property
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • 24/7 front desk

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2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, North Fremont Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Monterey Pines Golf Course
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(68 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(40 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Family Room, Multiple Beds

Family Room, Multiple Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(46 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

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Room, 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(103 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(121 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About this property

El Castell Motel

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. Additionally, express check-out and a vending machine are onsite. 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's great location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an indoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the overall comfort and cleanliness
  • Just a 5-minute drive from 17-Mile Drive and a few minutes from Fisherman's Wharf
El Castell Motel offers its guests an indoor pool, a vending machine, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Monterey motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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
  • Smoke-free property

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 33.90 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Castell Motel
El Castell
El Castell Monterey
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El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1231 out of 1975 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 503 out of 1975 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 152 out of 1975 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 47 out of 1975 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1975 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ximena

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prasanna

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eli

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Staff was courageous and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan Aler and Gonzalo

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zijie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Refrigerator didn't work in the room. Had one cockroach. Everything else was good.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Itzhak

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

tina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was clean and comfortable for the price! Service was easy to obtain and quick and friendly!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ji

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room so space and clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ivars

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yesenia

Travelled with family and small children
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

Christian

Travelled with family
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

Juliana

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Johnathon

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Kristen

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
Didn't like the new check in kiosk.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOSE

Travelled with family and small children
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

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Sid welcomed us at the front desk in a very friendly and informative way. Aurora with housekeeping was efficient and friendly to chat with. We loved the little lounge where we could eat our breakfasts that we brought from home. That saved us a bunch from having to out for every meal.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Clean, spacious and cozy place to stay with family. Groceries, dining places and attractions are nearby.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

vrishab

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean , good value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fang

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, great price great place, clean and convenient. better than I expected.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

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