Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa
About the Hotel
Travelzoo Staff
Why We Love This Hotel
- Designated with a Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards in 2018
- On-site craft brewery, outdoor pool and kids club
- The hotel has the largest day spa in Monterey
- A five-minute drive to Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row
Overview
On the coast among the wineries and beaches of central California lies the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay, which recently completed a lobby renovation and added a new restaurant. This child-friendly property is also home to the area’s largest day spa and Monterey's original craft brewery.
The hotel is set on a historic plaza and is within walking distance of the vibrant Fisherman’s Wharf and Monterey Bay Aquarium (ask at the hotel about tickets -- they are the same price as when you buy direct, but are valid for two days instead of one).
The hotel does not have air conditioning, but all nautical-style bedrooms have ceiling fans and large windows or patio doors that open to the sound of the ocean (and the occasional seagull or seal). Most rooms overlook the city or the pool courtyard. Upgrade to a Harbor View Room on the fifth or sixth floor for impressive sea views at night. Wi-Fi is free in the lobby or bar, but available for an extra charge in the guest rooms.
The hotel has three on-site restaurants: Jacks Monterey, the hotel's newest restaurant which features California cultural cuisine; Peter B's Brewpub, a craft brewery; and the Club Room, which offers a European style breakfast buffet daily.
Note: The hotel will be updating their guest rooms starting November 11, 2019 through April 2020. There may be possible noise disruptions 8am-6pm so if you plan to work/sleep in your room during this time please contact the hotel so they can do their best to secure a room away from the work area. You can reach the hotel at (888) 222-5851
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Customer service available Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm GMT + 8.
Rates may vary by date, are subject to availability and are not guaranteed until your purchase is complete.
The room rates listed are for double occupancy per room unless otherwise stated and exclude tax recovery charges and service fees.
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*Unless otherwise stated, Travelzoo-exclusive extras are valid once per stay (based on two adults sharing). Value is an estimate based on double occupancy. Extras are only included with Member Rates and may not be available on all dates. Extras are non-transferable and have no cash value. Total value may vary depending on time of booking and availability. When included, breakfast may be limited to 2 guests per stay subject to hotel’s discretion. Other restrictions may apply; see our T&Cs for details.
Please note: Some amenities and services may not be available in all rooms or may incur an additional charge. All prices stated have been verified at the time of publication and may vary at the discretion of the hotel.
Enjoyed This
(20 Member Ratings)
(20 Member Ratings)
Enjoyed Most
Due to the corona virus we had to postpone our visit to a later month. The hotel staff were very helpful in allowing us a new date.
ANDY
Mar 19, 2020
Vallejo, CA, USA
Other Comments
front desk manager tried to reverse our breakfast, though two other front desk people reminded us about it
Adelaida
Feb 25, 2020
San Jose, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Great hotel! Really nice location and enjoyed breakfast.
Other Comments
The restaurant staff was very nice (especially Miguel).
kiyomi
Feb 18, 2020
San Jose, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Friendly staff easy check in & out
Other Comments
Beautiful room, great breakfast buffet fantastic omelette station
sabrina
Feb 18, 2020
San Jose, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
Breakfast was included, but service was lacking. Many staff members but they stood around talking. Had to ask for coffee, drink refills. Had to ask three times for pancakes included on the buffet menu. Noticed some customers got better service than others. Noticed other people had to ask for the same things we had to ask for. Had more than enough staff, just didn’t provide the service.
Debra
Feb 16, 2020
Fremont, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
We had a great stay. We only stayed 1 night. We were very close to the free trolley stop and to Fishermans Wharf. Check in and check out were easy.
Anne Marie
Aug 29, 2019
Mississauga, ON, Canada
Enjoyed Most
Love, love the Portola Hotel and Spa!!!
Other Comments
This property is the best in the City. Best rooms, best location, best staff!
Carolyn
Aug 09, 2019
Upland, CA, USA
Enjoyed Most
location
Other Comments
very small rooms. Overpriced.
Maryann
Feb 01, 2019
Westlake Village, CA, USA
