BEST customer service I've had from a hotel in forever! The insight personnel were kind,…read morethoughtful, responsive and accommodating. AND, what a massive bang for your buck!! The Suite was comfortable, well sorted and worked great for three woman enjoying their birthday weekend getaway. I'll be back for sure. See you again soon Carmel

We enjoyed our stay here. The cottage and grounds are spotless very charming and well kept. This…read moreproperty makes up in charm and location for what it lacks in luxury. I would recommend to friends.

My wife and I had a fantastic time here! Our room had a fantastic view of the bay and was a very…read morecomfortable room to be in. The morning breakfast was a small selection, but was always delicious and we always left full. The ability to get complementary coffee, tea, and some other cold drinks was great to always have available, either at night or coming/going from doing something during the day. Stores and restaurants were a close walk or drive away and parking was always available in front of the building. Having the bathroom across the hall wasn't too bad either. It was a spacious bathroom and we didn't have to share it with anyone else on the floor. Overall, we didn't really feel like we were staying in a hotel, it felt like we were staying in a home, which felt nice and more cozy. We would definitely stay back here if we ever find ourselves back in Monterey, again!

Unreal location. Super clean. Delicious breakfast and fantastic happy hour. We loved our stay here…read more The staff are very friendly and welcoming. We will definitely return! Thank you for a great stay!

TIKI DAVE and MRS. TIKI DAVE just came home from my 35th High School Reunion weekend and I am so…read moreglad I found the amazing Old St. Angela Inn! We stayed 4 nights for about $1,000 total including daily breakfast and yummy late night banana chocolate chip muffins. For this area and an Ocean View room (The lovely Bay View), that price point is incredible. In full transparency, the ocean view from the Bay View room is over the rooves of the neighbors across the street but it was still lovely. And the decor of the room, Inn and lovely garden, service and daily breakfasts were all amazing. And speaking of the breakfasts, they were plentiful and absolutely delicious. We had a wonderful omelette one morning, stuffed with fresh ingredients and a side of asparagus and fruite, delicious French Toast another and a stuffed crepe the other. (The other morning we headed to our absolute favorite place on the planet for an early lunch....feel free to reach out to find out where!) I also had a fantastic 4 mile run from the Inn as it is so close to the water and they have a wonderful walking/running trail right there. The location is pure magic and SO much more affordable than other places. TIKI DAVE highly highly recommends The Old St. Angela Inn for a lovely and reasonable stay ONE BLOCK from the ocean. If you would like other tips and tricks from a Local Insider, please follow and message me!

Looking at some photos from the past, this place seems greatly deteriorated. No good coffee, no…read moregood breakfast.Potatoes and fruits were not edible. No wine service in the evening anymore. I stayed 2 nights. No cleaning, no new towels for the 2nd day, until I requested. In a shower, water turned COLD for about 30 seconds. The yard was messy and seemed nobody was taking care of. You get what you pay for. It's cheaper than other places. What could improve? Everything.

We stayed at Butterfly Grove Inn in July 2026 and spent one night in each of two different rooms…read more Room 18 - Highly Recommended This was a spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom room and was by far our favorite. Beautiful skylights in both bathrooms that let in lots of natural light. The front bedroom has a cozy fireplace. The primary bathroom has a separate vanity/sink area from the toilet and tub/shower room. The second bathroom has a walk-in stall shower. There's a tv in each room. The windows appear to be newer, open easily, and have screens. Overall, this room felt comfortable, well maintained, and updated. Room 30 - Average This is a single-room accommodation in the Victorian house at the rear of the property. One bathroom with the sink/shower area separated from the toilet/tub by a half wall. It wasn't nearly as nice as Room 18. There was a slight "old house" odor--not overwhelming, but noticeable. Parking is about 25' away. There are about 5 steps to go up to the landing. The windows do not open and do not have screens. Overall Property The property made a very good impression overall. Clean rooms and fresh, comfortable linens. General cleanliness was excellent. Maintenance was good (I'd rate it about 8.5/10--mostly minor paint touch-ups and cosmetic items). Parking directly outside the room was a huge convenience. Ice machine was nearby and worked well. The pool is conveniently located across from the rooms. The grounds are attractive and well kept. Every front desk employee we encountered was friendly and welcoming. I'd gladly stay here again--I'd just request Room 18 (or something similar) next time.

There's a lot to like about this hotel: - Quiet…read more- Good size room and bathroom - Convenient parking right outside the room - Inexpensive It's reminiscent of the 1960's, although everything is in good working condition. There's a decent size tv, a Cal King bed, a microwave, and a fridge. It's about a 15 minute walk from either the ocean or the center of town. So, convenient but not particualrly special. Good value for the money.

Stayed in the Bluebird Cottage and absolutely loved my time. Very clean, has A/C, and the bathroom…read moreis modern, looks newly renovated. It was so cool that there was a second story loft. It's a great option for someone who has kids. The location is unmatched. Quick walk to the beach to watch the sunset and easily close to all the cute shops.

THANK YOU! I checked into a different hotel after a long travel day and was met with stained…read morecarpets, cob webs, no soap, banging on the walls so loud the floor would vibrate, etc. I immediately checked online to see where I could get a last minute room (approaching Labor Day...). I called Lamp Lighter and they were so accommodating, and got me into a room on the property within the hour. The only reason I am docking a star is because 1) the rooms can get a bit stuffy during the day, especially if you're in a room like mine that gets direct sunlight almost all day and 2) the breakfast is limited (toasts, cereals & yogurts). So cozy and quiet.

Had a nice weekend stay. There is a cute little parking lot that is. Not charged extra which is a…read moreplus. It is not far from the freeway or to get anywhere. The staff were nice and accommodating. The room is decent and clean. It is a decent size and we got the king size bed. There is an air conditioner but we just popped open the window and the breeze is nice and kept the room cool enough. If the neighbors are loud you can hear them but that is no fault of the lodge. The pillows are really hard and stiff and the bed is firm.

My sister and I stayed in Room 107 and became sick almost immediately. After the first night, we…read moreboth developed respiratory symptoms including an itchy throat, nasal drip, sneezing, and headaches. By the second night, our symptoms had worsened. On the third day, I discovered black mold behind the toilet, and upon closer inspection, found more mold on the walls near the shower. It was also clear the area had been painted over previously, as there were visible paint lines around the shower -- a sign this issue has existed for some time. The front desk attendant, Michael, was empathetic, professional, and genuinely helpful. He moved us to another room, which we inspected and found no visible mold. He also stated he emailed management about the situation, especially since the mold had made us sick. I am immunocompromised, so this is not a minor concern. Unfortunately, our interaction with management was extremely disappointing. We were told the "cleaning lady" would handle the mold. This is alarming because black mold cannot be properly remediated by wiping or painting over it. In most cases, the toilet must be removed and the affected drywall replaced. Simply cleaning the surface does not address the underlying moisture damage or the mold growth behind the wall. I tried explaining this to him but he literally laughed at me. When we requested a partial refund -- especially since we were charged $233.77 for a Saturday night in a mold contaminated room -- the manager became defensive. When I mentioned we had photos and would be reporting the improper handling of mold, he responded by accusing us of leaving "broken glass" and "syringes" in the room and said he had pictures as well. Deflection at its finest! These accusations were not only irrelevant but false. Since he wouldn't stop talking over us to allow an explanation regarding the "broken glass" and "syringes they apparently have pictures of, I will explain here: * The "glass" was from a ceramic coffee mug that accidentally broke when we moved rooms. As guests, we did not have cleaning supplies to sweep it up. * The "syringe" was actually a plastic saline flush used for my sister's contact lenses -- not a hypodermic needle. Instead of listening, the manager repeatedly talked over us and argued. His response was unprofessional, dismissive, and concerning, especially given the seriousness of mold exposure. Had management handled this situation with empathy, honesty, and proper remediation, we would not be leaving this review. What worries me most is knowing that future guests may be exposed to mold and mycotoxins if the hotel continues to paint over the problem instead of addressing the underlying water damage. Michael was the only bright spot in this entire experience -- truly a gem in a place that desperately needs more of him. As for the manager's imaginative claims about "syringes" and "broken glass," we would love to see those photos. Please, go ahead and post them for everyone. We could all use a little entertainment after discovering we'd been staying in a moldy bathroom. Meanwhile, we're home detoxing from mycotoxin exposure, and somehow we still didn't receive even a partial refund for being placed in unsafe conditions. The defensiveness, the false accusations, and the complete lack of accountability were... impressive, in the worst way. Bless your hearts. An absolute disgrace.

My husband, 1 year old son, and I recently stayed at Gosby House Inn for a few nights while we…read moreexplored PG, Monterey, and Carmel. It was the perfect stay for us. The proximity to lovers point beach, access to parking, proximity to other businesses within walking distance, and all the amenities make this spot one of our favorites. The breakfast every morning was delicious, wine and cheese on the afternoon and then cookies later in the day were a really great touch. The staff was so friendly and accommodating and even had a pack n play that we were able to use for our son to sleep in. My one recommendation would be to purchase a couple of high chairs as that would have been a great feature for us to use during breakfast.

Fantastic! We stayed here for 4 nights on this first visit to Pacific Grove and it was a terrific…read morestay. Our room, and the entire property is historic but well maintained. They've done a great job of keeping the character of the house but also modernizing it. All of the staff were friendly and helpful. Leese was at the front desk for most our stay and she was very kind and helpful. Housekeeping and the cooking staff do a great job as well. We had breakfast every morning and it was hot, fresh and provided variety each day. We stayed in Room 21, La Porte. It included a private side entrance outside the main house which was great. I think our room location was a little noisier than other rooms due to the entrance area outside the room being used by staff and some other guests. This wasn't a bad thing for us but something to note for those looking for quiet. We'll definitely come back to Pacific Grove and the Gosby will definitely be a consideration for lodging.

I had not stayed at Pacific Grove Plaza in many years but recently spent three nights here. It was…read morefabulous! The building is centrally located right in the heart of Pacific Grove, Guest parking is safe and secure in underground gated parking. The units have been remodeled since our last stay and they are spacious and beautiful. Accommodations are immaculate and quiet with beautiful views! Kim, the office manager, who handles checking everyone in and out, is so friendly and helpful, too. She keeps everyone happy and everything moving smoothly. In short, I can't wait to return to the coast and to stay here again!!

I booked a week at this timeshare resort right before they shut down AGAIN due to Covid In…read moreDecember. At the time of my booking, Monterey county had not decided to shut down so I was able to keep the reservation during the entire week I was there even though the day after I arrived, no restaurants were open for in-person dining. (What luck!) The resort is very nondescript. You don't even know that you have arrived because the signs aren't displayed very conspicuously and the building shares space with some other businesses, including a restaurant on the ground floor. There are also no designated check-in spaces in front where you can park & check in. I had to call the front desk to tell them I had arrived at 11:58 AM (after a tiring 6 hour drive). The front desk rep (I forget her name, but she was a redhead), who seemed very annoyed, told me that I was lucky that she was at the desk because she was just leaving for lunch & there would have been no one to greet me in her place! (My first sign that the service at this place would be below expectations!) I asked her where I could park. She told me that she would meet me at the parking garage gate which could only be accessed by a remote control fob which she would have to give me. I met her with my car at the gate as she requested. She handed me through my car window a Ziploc bag with what she said was "all I need to know about the hotel" and proceeded to leave. I quickly asked her if she could spend a little more time to explain a few things to me so I could get better oriented in this place having just arrived from 400 miles away; specifically as to where I could park, where my room was situated, where the elevator was, etc. It wasn't even clear how to open the gate with the fob. She very hurriedly & very annoyedly rattled off a few selective answers to my questions & went on her way. I had to struggle to rip open the Ziploc bag & read the instructions while I was stuck outside the gate of the parking garage with people waiting behind me...... This wasn't the friendly first class greeting I was expecting from a resort that is supposed to be a "Premier Resort" according to Interval International. It turns out that the garage is the only way to access the hotel, which had no lobby and no direct access from the street, which was very odd! This means that you have to carry around the fob everywhere you go, even if you are just walking around the hotel. In addition, during multiple times during the day, you could not even access the floor which housed the tiny office because of their very rigid Covid restrictions. I never even got to see the office during my entire week stay. Any questions I had were communicated by phone. After this very rocky check-in, I was ready to start enjoying myself. When I got to the room, which was a 1 Bedroom suite, I was impressed with how large it was. It had a peek-a-boo view of the bay as well which was nice , especially on crystal clear days even though the bay was about 4 blocks away. The living area had a nice large couch set in front of a large screen TV . The room also had a large dining room table and a full kitchen. The furniture was a bit outdated but sufficient for our purposes. The room also had a small loft with a small chair & a table, which seemed a waste of space to me. (I was told that this is for parents to get some alone time?). The bedroom, which was furnished with a nice comfortable bed, small table & chair was also a nice size. There was also an abundance of storage space (designed for a large family, not for a childless couple as we were). There were some minor repair issues right off the bat which I was able to get resolved but all-in-all the room was very nice. In the time that we were there when the restaurants were actually opened, I was able to book at some great restaurants known for their seafood. I particularly loved the Wild Fish & PassionFish. Also worth mentioning is a great Portuguese bakery called Pavel's which is always packed & open only until they run out of their last pastry for the day, which could be pretty early in the day. Everything there is truly mouthwatering & worth every penny (Don't expect a bargain!) The tarts especially are not to be missed! The location of the resort is also convenient to Monterey & Carmel which are both spectacular and worth the drive.