El Castell Motel

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940
  • Place, Monterey County Fairgrounds
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Fisherman's Wharf
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Monterey Bay Aquarium
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)
    ‪16 min walk‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

Family Room, Multiple Beds

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

Room, 1 Queen Bed

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds

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

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About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel in Monterey with a 24-hour front desk and an indoor pool
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 North Fremont Street. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and an indoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking and extended parking
  • Take a swim in the indoor pool
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a vending machine
  • Guests really like the accommodations for the cleanliness and overall comfort
  • 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

  • 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
  • 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 30
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 30
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

Access methods

Access code, staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30 (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, 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
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.

Property is also known as

Castell Motel
El Castell
El Castell Monterey
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Reviews

El Castell Motel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1142 out of 1867 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 494 out of 1867 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 146 out of 1867 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 50 out of 1867 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 35 out of 1867 reviews

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Genevieve

Liked: Staff & service
We stayed on the first floor, noise coming from the second floor with people walking and talking in their room, sound proof of the room is horrible
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean. Bathroom shower was nice. Beds and pillows were comfortable. Was fairly quiet at night. Liked the plants/landscaping around the property. Water pressure in our room could have been better. Overall enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, great beds, clean, clean, clean, great price
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Maria

The indoor pool was good. However, the family suite is next to the fairgrounds and airport is nearby which made it hard for me to get good sleep at night. Too noisy to stay the night and get good rest at this motel, I do not recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly Staff that makes you feel welcome and their Pool kept my kidos wanting to come back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big, comfortable rooms. Clean and good bathroom. Felt very safe and the family lounge was a great addition. The pool was also fun. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Chaochen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I was waken up early by the trucks around
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great find. Clean and comfy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kay

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

Good surprise!

For a motel, this place is great!! We love the warm pool! It’s clean and covered on three sides. Our room is clean and has all the basics, even a good size refrigerator and a microwave.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

TIM

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, comfy beds and friendly staff at price that was cheaper than the rest in the area. Nothing fancy and a little airport noise but nothing to worry about.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

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

8/10 Good

Sourasack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marisol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, quiet, great place to stay! Will comeback!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bhaarti

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for two nights and had a pleasant experience. I checked in late, but the process was quick and smooth with no issues at all. I appreciated that the motel called to confirm my arrival, after 9PM which was a thoughtful touch. The one-bedroom room was small but cozy, with all the essentials such as a mini fridge, microwave, TV, small coffee maker, comfy bed, air conditioning, and a sofa chair. A few minor issues I had was that the AC was a bit loud, the microwave plate wasn’t rotating (I tried to fix it but couldn’t), and the water pressure was on the low side. Still, nothing too bothersome. The heated indoor pool was a great bonus, especially after a long day. I’d definitely stay here again if I’m in the area!
Standing at the door view.
View from nightstand side sofa chair.
Sink area, microwave and mini fridge.
Bathroom.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Geneva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and they have friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sateva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025