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A modern outdoor seating area with a fire feature, stone walls, and large windows.

A beach with a forested hillside in the background.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and exercise balls.

A balcony with a view of a parking lot and buildings, a chair, a small table with a lamp, and a window with a curtain.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay

1.5 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Dorethy

₩331,710

₩380,460 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, fire pits, and a view of the cityscape.

A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a bathroom area.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a bar area, seating arrangements, and artwork on the walls.

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

1.4 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Wei

₩279,327

₩321,358 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A hotel lobby with a 'Lobby' sign, a staircase, potted plants, and a welcome sign.

A kitchen with a coffee machine, a sink, and a small dining table. There are decorative plates on the wall and a potted plant.

A coastal view with clear waters, a sandy beach, and a rocky shoreline.

A hallway with a wooden floor, a dining table with plates, a wall-mounted sign, and a map.

3. Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

3.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Steven

₩90,466

₩105,442 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A building with a covered parking area, a tree, and a car parked inside.

A hotel room with a desk, chair, wardrobe, and a television.

A parking lot with several cars, palm trees, and a clear sky.

A room with a wooden desk, a chair, a television, and a dresser.

4. Laguna Lodge

3.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Justin

₩128,754

₩211,292 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

A large, two-story house with a covered porch and a garden.

A sunlit room with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a potted plant.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and trees.

A living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a large window with a view.

5. Jabberwock Inn

10.5 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Nanda

₩403,676

₩457,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

A restaurant with outdoor seating overlooking a body of water, featuring wicker furniture and a bar area.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

6. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Kristine

₩450,095

₩519,097 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a wooden chair, a small round table, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat with a view of the ocean, a fireplace, and a chair.

A two-story house with a covered porch, a fountain, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious room with a large window overlooking the sea, a fireplace, and elegant furniture.

7. Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

11.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

"This property was exceptional! It is so very clean, comfortable, safe and welcoming! It’s right across the street from Lovers point, and we enjoyed watching the sea life from there. We were within walking distance to the quaint downtown part of Pacific Grove, where we got dinner. We had large windows all around our room and a beautiful view of the ocean! The bed was very comfortable, and the breakfast was delicious! Would highly recommend!"

Bethany

₩478,082

₩540,155 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A large, two-story house with a prominent turret and a wrap-around porch.

A luxurious room with a leather sofa, a decorative mirror, and a tray of assorted cheeses and fruits.

A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

A dining area with a long table, ornate chairs, a chandelier, and a bookshelf.

8. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

11.6 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Paula

₩236,378

₩268,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

A two-story house with a prominent tower, a driveway, and two stone fountains.

A large, historic house with a prominent tower and a red front entrance.

A grand lobby with a chandelier, a reception desk, and a fireplace.

A hotel entrance with two large wooden doors, a sign above reading "CHATEAU CORALINI CELLARS", and a stone-tiled floor leading to a dining area with a table and chairs.

9. Chateau Coralini

11.9 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Wolfgang

₩180,879

₩216,406 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

A modern hotel with a courtyard, multiple floors, and a view of the sunset.

An outdoor patio area with multiple seating arrangements, including sofas and chairs, and a fire pit.

A modern bar area with multiple seating arrangements, including round tables and bar stools. There are large windows providing views of the outside.

A rooftop pool area with a fire pit, seating, and a glass balustrade.

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

6.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Matthew

₩334,217

₩378,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two pink armchairs, a patterned sofa, and a marble coffee table.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a round table with chairs, a large window with a view of the ocean, and a television mounted on the wall.

A room with a large bay window overlooking a scenic view, a round table with chairs, and a sofa with striped cushions.

11. Spindrift Inn

10.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

david

₩362,272

₩419,159 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and hanging pendant lights.

A bar area with seating, a bar counter, and a view of the sea.

12. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

10.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Twisha

₩420,143

₩485,013 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a comfortable seating area with a patterned carpet.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a fireplace, a TV, and a painting.

13. Victorian Inn

10.3 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Sandy

₩242,734

₩276,576 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies, a well-maintained outdoor area with greenery, and a view of the water.

A modern building with multiple balconies overlooking a coastal view.

14. Monterey Bay Inn

10.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Keven

₩329,338

₩374,439 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, a dining table with chairs, and a small side table with a vase of flowers.

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

15. Pacific Inn

8.2 km from California State University Monterey Bay

steven

₩123,637

₩141,797 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

An outdoor patio with stone walls, a fire feature, and outdoor furniture under umbrellas.

A spacious hotel lobby with a seating area, tables, and a television mounted on the wall.

A snack and frozen food display with various brands and products.

A breakfast station with a coffee machine, toaster, and various food items.

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Marina

4.5 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Gavin

₩259,594

₩298,241 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A breakfast table with a view of the beach and ocean.

A long dining table set for a formal event with multiple chairs, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a chandelier.

A modern bar area with a long counter, multiple bar stools, and a large overhead industrial-style kitchen.

A beachside seating area with wooden chairs and a table, overlooking the beach and ocean.

17. Sanctuary Beach Resort

5.1 km from California State University Monterey Bay

mark

₩690,051

₩869,646 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a balcony with a view, and a desk with a coffee machine.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV on a dark wooden cabinet, a desk with a chair, and a sliding door closet.

A reception area with a modern counter, a seating area with a chair and a rug, a large window with blinds, and a door leading outside.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent sign for the Wave Street Inn.

18. Wave Street Inn

10.2 km from California State University Monterey Bay

somkait

₩303,723

₩345,496 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A dining area with a long table set for multiple people, surrounded by wooden chairs and a stone wall.

A person leaning over a pool with a drink, wearing a straw hat with "Hello Sunshine" on it.

19. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10.8 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Karl

₩277,836

₩323,075 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

A spacious restaurant with high ceilings, exposed wooden beams, and hanging spherical lights. Tables are arranged around a central seating area with a long bench.

20. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

10.5 km from California State University Monterey Bay

Christian

₩344,680

₩407,930 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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Compare popular hotels close to California State University Monterey Bay

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay	9.2 Wonderful 512 reviews	View
SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay	8.2 Very good 1,166 reviews	View
Laguna Lodge	7.4 Good 216 reviews	View
Jabberwock Inn	9.8 Exceptional 144 reviews	View

Top California State University Monterey Bay Hotel Reviews

Sealamp Inn

8/10 Good

"Upgrading the towels would be nice. Also a few more hangers. Wireless connection very good. Parking is tight."

Bay Breeze Inn

8/10 Good

"I like the location. It was very close to everything."

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"Very friendly staff and very convenient location."

Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay

10/10 Excellent

"We have stayed at many hotels in Monterey and surrounding areas. This is one of the nicer hotels. Staff so friendly and kind. Clean rooms. Continental breakfast has plenty of options for all."

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

8/10 Good

"The Motel's property is off the road and quiet."

SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

8/10 Good

"Clean comfortable room"

Ramada by Wyndham Marina

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay! The hotel is close to Monterey; only a 12-15 minute drive. I was surprised to find a room with three king beds. That is so rare, but it fit our needs perfectly. The room was large and clean. Check in and check out was a breeze. The only negative was the noise. Someone must have had a party, because there were a lot of loud voices and slamming doors, which woke me up in the middle of the night."

Old Marina Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was Excellent this location just needs room a/c and updating but overall perfect!!"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Marina - State Beach Area by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent teamwork"

Other attractions near California State University Monterey Bay

A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, green vegetation, and a clear view of the ocean.

Fort Ord Dunes State Park

8.6/10 (186 reviews)

Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.

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Marina Dunes Preserve

8.6/10 (390 reviews)

You can take time to visit Marina Dunes Preserve during your travels to Marina. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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Marina State Beach

9.0/10 (623 reviews)

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Marina State Beach during your travels in Marina? Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.

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Undulating sand dunes with smooth, flowing surfaces.

Eolian Dunes Preserve

7.8/10 (19 reviews)

After visiting Eolian Dunes Preserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seaside. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.

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An aerial view of a racetrack surrounded by hilly terrain and a small body of water.

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

8.6/10 (540 reviews)

You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Cinemark Century Marina

You can take time to visit Cinemark Century Marina during your travels to Marina. Stroll along the marina in this family-friendly area, or seek out the golf courses.

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Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course

7.8/10 (87 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Seaside at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around California State University Monterey Bay?

California State University Monterey Bay is located in an area that travelers like for its waterfront. You'll find 176 hotels and other accommodations within a few miles for a convenient home base.

What's the best hotel to stay near California State University Monterey Bay?

SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and a restaurant. It's located just a short 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from California State University Monterey Bay. Another good choice is Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay, located just 0.9 mi (1.5 km) away.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to California State University Monterey Bay?

Expedia has 176 hotels and other accommodations a few miles from California State University Monterey Bay.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near California State University Monterey Bay, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near California State University Monterey Bay.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near California State University Monterey Bay?

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What can I see and do near California State University Monterey Bay?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Marina Dunes Preserve, Marina State Beach, and Eolian Dunes Preserve. Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course, Fort Ord Dunes State Park, or Fort Ord National Monument are some local sights worth checking out. A visit to Cinemark Century Marina is worth the trip when you're visiting.

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Our top choices for California State University Monterey Bay hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton at the Dunes on Monterey Bay

2. SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

3. Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

4. Laguna Lodge

5. Jabberwock Inn

6. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

7. Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

8. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

9. Chateau Coralini

10. Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

11. Spindrift Inn

12. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

13. Victorian Inn

14. Monterey Bay Inn

15. Pacific Inn

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Marina

17. Sanctuary Beach Resort

18. Wave Street Inn

19. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

20. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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Top California State University Monterey Bay Hotel Reviews

Sealamp Inn

Bay Breeze Inn

Monarch Valley Inn Marina at Monterey Bay

Comfort Inn Marina on the Monterey Bay

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

Ramada by Wyndham Marina

Old Marina Inn

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Marina - State Beach Area by IHG

Other attractions near California State University Monterey Bay

Fort Ord Dunes State Park

Marina Dunes Preserve

Marina State Beach

Eolian Dunes Preserve

WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca

Cinemark Century Marina

Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course

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