Rate based on Check-in: Jul 1, 2013 Check-out: Jul 3, 2013

Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

4 stars
2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.2
out of 5
19 reviews
Weekend Getaway

Awesome place to stay! Looking forward on going back! See full review

  • BayArea Local
  • Mar 29, 2013
Great Relaxing time

We had a great time. Lots to do, in a convenient part of town. They stored my bike & my triathlon... See full review

  • Nic 140.6
  • Feb 4, 2013
Monterey hotel includes every ingredient for a great coastal getaway
From a sun-soaked lobby with live trees reaching toward atrium skylights, to luxurious, soul-satisfying spa treatments, the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers a complete experience that's distinctly Monterey. Stay in one of 379 recently-renovated rooms and suites where floor-to-ceiling windows provide awe-inspiring views. Dine in Monterey's first and only microbrewery -- the on-site Peter B's. Hit the Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail and walk or bike to Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Highlights
  • Extensive meeting and event facilities
  • Within walking distance of Fisherman's Wharf
  • Monterey County's top-ranked day spa
  • Peter B's Brewpub is the city's only microbrewery
  • Fitness center with outdoor plunge pool and Jacuzzi
Rooms
All guest rooms and suites at the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay are comfortable and stylish, with the perfect blend of sophisticated taste and a coastal, casual tone. Choose from harbor view, executive harbor view, courtyard view and Portola guest rooms, as well as studio suites. An executive suite and presidential suite also are available. All accommodations include down pillows, organic bath amenities and high-speed Internet access (fees apply). Most feature a 42-inch LCD TV and a balcony.
Features
For a completely restorative stay, visit Spa on the Plaza at the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay. The largest day spa in the area, Spa on the Plaza offers spa days such as the four-hour Oceana package, which includes thalassotherapy, a seaweed wrap, full body massage, sea mask facial and botanical hair treatment (fees apply). Hotel guests enjoy complimentary use of the spa's fitness center, outdoor plunge pool and Jacuzzi. Personal training and fitness classes also are available (fees apply).
Dining
Peter B's Brewpub at the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay is Monterey's only microbrewery. The beer is incorporated into dishes such as beer-braised pulled pork -- enjoy great pub food with a handcrafted hefeweizen, classic Pilsner or seasonal brew.
Transportation
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (53.1 mi/85.6 km)
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (2.7 mi/4.3 km)
Attractions
  • Adjacent to the Monterey Conference Center
  • Fisherman's Wharf Monterey (0.2 mi/0.3 km)
  • Cannery Row (0.9 mi/1.4 km)
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium (1.2 mi/2 km)
Business
  • 24-hour business center
  • Catering services available
  • Adjacent to the Monterey Conference Center

Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay Rooms

Standard
Situated throughout the hotel our Portola Guest Rooms offer an city or garden terrace view with two double beds shuttered windows organic green bath amenities 42 inches flat screen HD TV refrigerator coffee maker and laptop safe.
Standard
Portola King Room - Situated throughout the hotel, our Portola Guest Rooms offer an city or garden terrace view with a King bed with oversized club chairs shuttered windows organic green bath amenities 42 inches flat screen HD TV refrigerator coffee m
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Courtyard King Room - Our Courtyard room offers a private balcony with patio furniture and outdoor cabanas on the Cottonwood Terrace of the hotel. Relax outdoors while enjoying the fresh Monterey Bay air and views of the native plants and trees in Cott
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Harbor View King Room -Enjoy a peek of the Monterey Bay and the sounds of the local sea life in our beautifully appointed Harbor King View rooms. Located on the 5th and 6th floors of the hotel and offer an enhanced room décor that includes upgraded wall
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Courtyard Double Rooms - Our Courtyard room offers a private balcony with patio furniture and outdoor cabanas on the Cottonwood Terrace of the hotel. Relax outdoors while enjoying the fresh Monterey Bay air and views of the native plants and trees in
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Harbor View Double Room - Enjoy a peek of the Monterey Bay and the sounds of the local sea life in our beautifully appointed Harbor View Double rooms. Located on the 5th and 6th floors of the hotel and offer an enhanced room decor that includes upgraded

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • Heated pool
  • No smoking rooms/facilities
General
No smoking rooms/facilities
Concierge
Pets allowed
Elevators
24 hour security
Activities
Heated pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Jacuzzi
Jogging track
Boating
Scuba diving
Fishing
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Continental breakfast
Coffee maker in room
Lounge
Coffee shop
Room service
Family plan
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Express checkout
Babysitting/Child services
Concierge desk
Laundry/Valet services
ATM/Cash machine
Nursery for children
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Shops/Commercial services
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Porters
Conference facilities
Gift shop
Copy service
News stand
Overhead projector
Audio visual equipment
Projector
White board
Conference suite
Easel
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
Parking
Indoor parking
Valet parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
Television with cable
Radio
Safe
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Desk with lamp
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Turndown service
In room movies
Shower
Electronic door locks
Iron
Ironing board
Smoke detectors
Sprinklers in rooms
Bath tub
Trouser press

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Hotel Map

36.6015 -121.8945
Nearby airports
Monterey Peninsula Airport, (MRY), 3.80, MI, E; San Jose Intl Airport, (SJC), 75.80, MI, N; San Francisco Intl Airport, (SFO), 101.30, MI, N; Oakland Intl Airport, (OAK), 105.70, MI, N;
Area description
City Center

Dining

Jacks Resturant
California Cuisine - focus on local sustainable produce-meats-seafood
Peter Bs Sports Bar
Peter B s is a Brewpub Casual Dining. Monterey s only craft brewery.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
12:00 PM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (19)

Ratings and reviews for Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Overall score

4.2 / 5
19 out of 19
Amenities:
4.2
Room cleanliness:
4.6
Hotel staff:
4.4
Room comfort:
4.4
Location:
4.4
Value:
3.5

84% would recommend to a friend.

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Reviewer score

3
liuclam
Houston, TX
May 13, 2013

Don't pay for the Harbor View

It took about 15 minutes to check in because the line was so long and the service was extremely slow. I paid an extra $70 for a Harbor View room and the view from my room was primarily the roof of the building next door. The Harbor was hard to see as the view was so obstructed. It was also surprisingly rather noisy. The room was comfortable, but at $400, it was really overpriced. I wouldn't stay here again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
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4
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4
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1
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4
Location:
4
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1
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

5
BayArea Local
Palo Alto, CA
Mar 29, 2013

Weekend Getaway

Awesome place to stay! Looking forward on going back!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

4
California Guy
Folsom, CA, USA
Mar 25, 2013

Great for a weekend getaway!!

This hotel has a perfect location and extremely close to so many things!! Brew Pub on site is a bonus! Hotel is right on the wharf, also a beautiful 20 min walk to Cannery Row, and extemely close to downtown Monterey. You really can't beat the location. The only draw back we had was getting a room that is right on the plaza. You can hear everything that is happening in the plaza.....especially late at night. Other than that....it was fantastic!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
3
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

5
Nic 140.6
San Leandro
Feb 4, 2013

Great Relaxing time

We had a great time. Lots to do, in a convenient part of town. They stored my bike & my triathlon gear. It's hard to find places that accommodate well behaved big dogs. I don't like that we had to pay for parking, but will totally be back.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

5
J Patric
El Dorado Hills, CA
Dec 3, 2012

Birthday party

Everything was excellent. However, the bar next door had loud music from 9-12 PM, annoying but not a visit stopper.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

4
Yelper
Sacramento,Ca.
Sep 16, 2012

Great hotel

Very nice hotel,great location and very accommodating staff. We would stay here again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short drive from hotel

Monterey Fish House - Excellent Dinner and great service!

Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

4
Frequent Staycation Mom
Aptos, CA
Jun 24, 2012

Great Location

Other than our check in experience our hotel stay was very pleasant. Our room wasn't ready yet and instead of offering to store our bags or suggesting activities for the next hour until the room was ready she seemed aloof. The rooms are really spread out and the hotel is a bit difficult to navigate. The location is very central, the rooms were very nice and comfortable. The spa which I have been to numerous times is always terrific, great facials. Dissapointed that my stay wasn't more impressive like some of the local competition (intercontinental and monterey plaza.)

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
3
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
3
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
phoenix, az
Jul 31, 2011

hotel portola

this is a very nice hotel. good rooms, friendly and professional front desk. good location. i would stay again.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
5
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

4
Anonymous
San Francisco
Mar 6, 2011

Comfortable Place in Monterey

The bed mattress was the most comfortable that I have slept on. This was one of the reasons for returning to the Portola. Service was very good. Only complaint I have is the price value of the movies offered, I paid $17.99 to watch an average box office movie (the "Traveler") and the selection was very very limited. The pool was not heated and the water temperature was cold. Nice English pub a block away called the Crown and Anchor. Decent selection of ales on tap and good fish and chips.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
3
Sightseeing tip: Short walk from hotel

The walking path along the bay is less than 200 yards from the hotel and you walk for miles... It is also by the Wharf and 1.3 miles from the Aquarium.

Review of Portola Hotel and Spa at Monterey Bay

Reviewer score

5
Anonymous
Not Provided
Aug 16, 2010

We travelled with a 15 month old

We travelled with a 15 month old baby so the quality of the hotel was very important. Service was exceptional and room was lovely. Wish we could have stayed longer.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
No rating
Location:
5
Value:
5
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