Pelican Inn Monterey

Excellent, Friendly, Safe Accommodations at an extremely reasonable price. Found this inn to be excellent. Was treated as a valued guest, owners were friendly and accommodating. Although older, my room was immaculate and the bed was super comfortable (and I am very picky). Could not have asked for a better location. Across from the mall and around the corner from the freeway on-ramp. Had both a. microwave and mini-fridge as well as a table and chairs so eating in the room was very easy. As a single female, I felt very comfortable and safe and will return whenever I go up to the Monterey area.

Clean Quaint Comfortable When I was on the hunt for a rental house, I ended up staying here for 11 days. It was a great choice! I felt like I got my money’s worth, and I was treated like a valued guest. Plus, it was the perfect place to relax during a hectic time. That’s priceless! Just what I needed. I passed by this Inn almost every day because my mom lives at the assisted living facility next door. I’d see the parking lot full in the evening and during the day, the managers and staff would be hard at work, cleaning and maintaining the charming accommodations and beautiful flowers. Little did I know that I’d need their help when the rental house nearby was sold and I had to move out. I had a many options for places close to Old Monterey along the main drag, but I chose this Inn because of the combination of cost, proximity, and convenience. I ended up extending my stay from the initial 4 days to 11. I loved that there were plenty of places to walk to, like the Old Town Monterey or the open-aired Del Monte center (Westfield Mall) with its shops (Apple, LuLuLemon, Columbia, Pottery Barn, and thankfully a LensCrafters). Restaurants at the Mall and nearby to walk include (CPK, Kona, Island Burger, Chipotle, LaLa’s, Starbucks, Dametra - a quick version of Carmel’s top Dametra Cafe). There’s also Whole Foods and just up the street, my favorite, Chopsticks (Vietnamese). And a nearby TJs. I almost forgot to mention the TWO walkable farmers markets - Tuesday (old town) and Friday morning (across street at the Mall). The Tuesday afternoon to evening all year long farmers market is almost street fair-like as the Main Street lined with restaurants and such is closed to cars with normal FM stuff from the nearby fields of Monterey County, local artisans, and ... yum yum ... street food and more. The Friday one is seasonable - but given that this is where our food is grown, there is always something in season! Get there early. To sum up ... I'll know I'll stay here again and will recommend this to my fellow value or budget minded friends and travelers. It is a small Inn with less than 20 rooms split between two levels. Parking was tight but there always was a space available. The staff was attentive and pleasant. Oh, and the ice machine was working (unlike some nearby places) and the rooms just a few steps from your car. Also, attractions Historic Old Town with its incredible history of being Capital of Alta California and the wonderful Monterey Bay Aquarium.

Clean, safe motel in great location Clean large room. Liked the geraniums out front of rooms, liked the thermostat for temperature control. Staff were nice, definitely would stay here again. Liked the location. Close to a delicious restaurant, not far from outdoor shopping mall.

Small rooms Good location with nice staff. Rooms are on the small side which made it interesting for a family of four with four cases to get around each other. The beds are also quite small compared to other motels we’ve stayed in, though anything bigger would have swamped the room.

Still A Good Value A repeat 3 night stay for me, and I think Pelican Inn is still a good value for the area. 10 years ago I thought the place was somewhat dated, it still is. But not run down, they do take good care of the property. Table, chairs and coffee maker have disappeared over the years, but overall the room is comfortable, everything worked fine, and the little extra for a room with a fireplace is worth it to me. The staff is still great, no complaints. Parking lot is still limited, oh well. Won't hesitate to come back here for a second.