See all properties

El Castell Motel

2.0 star property
Motel in Monterey with 24-hour front desk and indoor pool

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for El Castell Motel

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Front of property
Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
Reception
Interior entrance

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

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

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 8 of 8 rooms

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Junior Suite, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 2 Queen Sofa Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Family Room, Multiple Beds

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Room, Multiple Beds

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Queen Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

1 bedroom, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 Queen Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
LCD TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

You may also like

Ad
Terrace/patio

La Playa Hotel

Golden Rectangle
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Pet-friendly
  • Restaurant
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, 1,002 reviews
The price is S$725
includes taxes & fees
23 Jun - 24 Jun
La Playa Hotel
Mod logo
Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures!
Sign inSign up, it's free

About the area

Map
2102 North Fremont St, Monterey, CA, 93940

What's nearby

  • Monterey County Fairgrounds - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Del Monte Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Fisherman's Wharf - 3 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Cannery Row - 4 min drive - 4.7 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 6 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Station - 14 min drive
  • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) - 2 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪In-N-Out Burger - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Chili's Grill & Bar - ‬2 min drive

About this property

El Castell Motel

Motel near 17-Mile Drive
El Castell Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • An indoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking and extended parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • A 24-hour front desk and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the pool, helpful staff and location
Room features
All 52 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities such as free WiFi. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • 32-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English, Hindi, Spanish

Similar properties

Indoor pool, a heated pool

Stargazer Inn and Suites

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,497 reviews
Stargazer Inn and Suites

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

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

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 any lifts
Pool access available from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does El Castell Motel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. Pool access is from 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM.

Is El Castell Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at El Castell Motel?

Self-parking and extended parking are free at this property.

What time is check-in at El Castell Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 20 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at El Castell Motel?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is El Castell Motel located?

Located in Casanova Oak Knoll, this motel is steps from North Fremont Street and within 3 mi (5 km) of Monterey Bay and Cannery Row. Monterey County Fairgrounds and Monterey State Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

El Castell Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1071 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 446 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 135 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 44 out of 1719 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 1719 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

8/10 Good

tena

Great stay exactly what we were looking for!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

freckles

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Very easy to get to and conveniently located near some great restaurants and attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was conveniently located in the middle of town and the room was well taken care of.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, updated motel great location, clean rooms, friendly staff nice pool
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute property, spacious rooms, and lots of amenities.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Claudia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It was a good hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice customer service, clean places and good prices l. Excellent 👍💯
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location just what I needed for my large family
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Saryma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location. A decent place to stay at a reasonable price.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was well maintained and staff was pleasant at check-in.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a very comfortable stay! It was quiet and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness
Good hotel it was verry clean and great price.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Blanca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and comfy will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and affordable! Had all the amenities I like. My husband liked the pool. Staff was friendly and welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Tina

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older place
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brianne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy, convenient, clean! My kids enjoyed the heated indoor pool!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moala

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly , staff was real nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a room with 3 queen beds and loved it! Rare to find! Very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great stay! The room is small but it was still a good room considering it was only one night.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Sheung Fu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great price and close to all major attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Was exactly what we wanted for our brief stay in Monterey.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025