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1. Courtyard By Marriott Sand City Monterey

Courtyard By Marriott Sand City Monterey
3.0 star property
Sand City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (127 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay!"
United States
Erica
The price is AU$340
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Courtyard By Marriott Sand City Monterey

2. Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey
3.0 star property
Sand City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (47 reviews)
"Great stay staff was nice. Rooms were clean. Service was fast and easy."
United States
Matthew
The price is AU$432
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Residence Inn By Marriott Sand City Monterey

3. Sand Castle Inn

Sand Castle Inn
2.0 star property
0.5 km from Sand City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,195 reviews)
"Great spot"
United States
Hunter
The price is AU$111
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Sand Castle Inn

4. Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
2.3 km from Sand City
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,839 reviews)
"Clean room, helpful staff, great location!"
United States
Walter
The price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Pacific Inn

5. Sand Dollar Inn

Sand Dollar Inn
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Sand City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1,008 reviews)
"Beautiful property and room. Clean fresh and well lit bathroom. Great place if you're coming through Monterey, or staying in town."
United States
Loki
The price is AU$102
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Sand Dollar Inn

6. Bay Breeze Inn

Bay Breeze Inn
2.0 star property
0.7 km from Sand City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Clean basic rooms, friendly staff. Price was good for the area."
United States
Scott
The price is AU$87
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Bay Breeze Inn

7. El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
2.7 km from Sand City
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,108 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay, very clean."
United States
David
The price is AU$137
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
El Castell Motel

8. Lone Oak Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge
2.5 star property
2.4 km from Sand City
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice hotel with new and clean facilities. The location is excellent, with easy access to nearby attractions. We really enjoyed our stay!"
United States
Xiaohong
The price is AU$140
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Lone Oak Lodge

9. Gateway Lodge

Gateway Lodge
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Sand City
7.6 out of 10, Good, (905 reviews)
"Great stay , close to everything"
United States
Carter
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Gateway Lodge

10. Hampton Inn Monterey

Hampton Inn Monterey
2.5 star property
1.6 km from Sand City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (975 reviews)
"Rooms were great. Location was Meh, the lake is covered in goose/duck poop"
United States
Hazel
The price is AU$296
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Hampton Inn Monterey

11. Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

Ramada by Wyndham Monterey
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Sand City
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"It was a very nice clean room and comfortable I enjoyed it very much. Stop the staff was helpful CVS pharmacy was nearby which was very convenient."
United States
Robert
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Ramada by Wyndham Monterey

12. Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay
2.0 star property
2.9 km from Sand City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,146 reviews)
"Location-wise it was really good as it was just 3 miles to Cannery Row."
United States
Jordan
The price is AU$160
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Travelodge by Wyndham Monterey Bay

13. Scottish Fairway Inn

Scottish Fairway Inn
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Sand City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,003 reviews)
"Booked for car week(end) Clean and quiet, what more could you want? Great location for the motorsports festival"
United States
Tyler
The price is AU$113
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Scottish Fairway Inn

14. Discovery Inn

Discovery Inn
2.0 star property
1.9 km from Sand City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (409 reviews)
"Great location in the middle of everything g with many food options nearby. I look forward to staying here again next year."
United States
Julian
The price is AU$115
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Discovery Inn

15. Sealamp Inn

Sealamp Inn
2.0 star property
0.8 km from Sand City
7.0 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"reasonably priced, clean and quiet"
United States
Patrick
The price is AU$88
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Sealamp Inn

16. Best Western De Anza Inn

Best Western De Anza Inn
2.5 star property
2.6 km from Sand City
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very clean hotel, perfect location and very nice staff"
United States
Prakhar
The price is AU$229
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Best Western De Anza Inn

17. Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey

Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey
2.0 star property
2.4 km from Sand City
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Good motel"
United States
Yunzhe
The price is AU$128
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey

18. Blu Pacific Hotel

Blu Pacific Hotel
2.5 star property
2.8 km from Sand City
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Staff was excellent as was the room."
United States
Darwin
The price is AU$133
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Blu Pacific Hotel

19. Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn
3.0 star property
4.6 km from Sand City
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,559 reviews)
"This was a dream stay, breakfast, location, clean, and friendly atmosphere."
United States
Sandy
The price is AU$285
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Victorian Inn

20. Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific
3.5 star property
4.6 km from Sand City
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,816 reviews)
"It is good hotel, we enjoyed there!"
Canada
Li hua
The price is AU$212
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Hotel Pacific
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What are the best hotels in Sand City that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Sand City that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside and the Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott.

The 3.5-star Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside, with an 8.8 rating, is often praised by guests for its excellent and good breakfast options, as well as comfortable and clean rooms. The staff are frequently described as friendly and helpful, and the location is considered convenient and great. This hotel is located just 3.0 km from Monterey State Beach and 1.1 km from North Fremont Street. It also offers designer toiletries and free buffet breakfast.

Another highly recommended option is the 4-star Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, which has an 8.4 rating. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and great staff, the beautiful and clean rooms, and the superb location. The food is also frequently mentioned as excellent and delicious. This hotel provides bathrobes and ocean views, and is located just 3.0 km from Monterey State Beach and 1.1 km from Del Monte Beach.
What are the best family hotels in Sand City?
For family-friendly accommodation in Sand City, consider the Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, or the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside.

The 4-star Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, has an 8.4 rating and is praised by guests for its beautiful, clean rooms and excellent service from friendly staff. Families will appreciate amenities such as a pool, free rollaway extra beds, and complimentary cribs. Connecting rooms are available, and some rooms offer ocean views. The hotel is conveniently located near Del Monte Beach, just 1.1 km away, and Monterey State Beach, 3.0 km away.

Another excellent choice is the 3.5-star Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside, with an 8.8 rating. Guests frequently mention the excellent and delicious free buffet breakfast, comfortable and clean rooms, and the helpful, friendly staff. This hotel provides complimentary cribs, child-friendly window designs, and sofa beds, making it very suitable for families. Connecting rooms are also available. It is similarly close to Del Monte Beach and Monterey State Beach, both around 1.1 km and 3.0 km away respectively.
What are the best spa hotels in Sand City?
For an excellent spa hotel in Sand City, consider the Best Western De Anza Inn.

This hotel, rated 8.4, offers a spa that is accessible to guests and provides a complimentary continental breakfast. Guests frequently mention the friendly staff and the spacious, clean rooms. The location is considered convenient, and the breakfast is often described as delicious. The showers are also praised for their good water pressure. The hotel is located 1.5 km from Del Monte Golf Course and 24.0 km from Monterey Bay.
What hotels in Sand City offer free breakfast?
For hotels in Sand City offering complimentary breakfast, consider the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside, Hampton Inn Monterey, Best Western De Anza Inn, Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG, and SureStay Hotel by Best Western Seaside Monterey.

The 3.5-star Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside, with an excellent 8.8 rating, provides both free breakfast and a free buffet breakfast. Guests frequently praise the excellent breakfast, comfortable rooms, and friendly staff. It is conveniently located near Monterey State Beach and North Fremont Street.

The Hampton Inn Monterey, rated 8.6, offers a complimentary continental breakfast daily. Reviewers often highlight the nice and spacious rooms, friendly service, and convenient location. It is well-situated near Monterey State Beach and Del Monte Beach.

The Best Western De Anza Inn, with an 8.4 rating, also provides a free continental breakfast. Guests appreciate the friendly staff, spacious rooms, and excellent breakfast. This hotel is very close to North Fremont Street and Monterey State Beach.

The Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG, rated 7.6, includes free breakfast and a free buffet breakfast. Visitors often praise the comfortable rooms, helpful staff, and good breakfast. It is centrally located near Monterey State Beach and North Fremont Street.

The SureStay Hotel by Best Western Seaside Monterey, with a 7.2 rating, offers a free continental breakfast daily. Reviewers frequently mention the comfortable rooms, helpful staff, and good breakfast. It is located near Eolian Dunes Preserve and offers convenient parking.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Sand City?
For top pet-friendly hotels in Sand City, consider the Pacific Inn, Lone Oak Lodge, Sand Castle Inn, and the Best Western De Anza Inn.

The Pacific Inn, with an impressive 9.2 rating, welcomes dogs and offers free WiFi and complimentary toiletries. Guests consistently praise its spacious and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and helpful service from the staff. Its central location is also highly regarded.

Another excellent option is the Lone Oak Lodge, rated 8.8. This hotel permits pets and features private hot tubs, making it a relaxing choice. Travellers appreciate the spacious and clean rooms, comfortable beds, and the friendly staff. It is conveniently located near North Fremont Street and Del Monte Beach.

The Sand Castle Inn, rated 8.4, is also pet-friendly, allowing dogs, and provides accessible van and self-parking options. Guests frequently mention the comfortable and clean rooms, the great staff, and the convenient parking.

Also rated 8.4, the Best Western De Anza Inn welcomes dogs and is praised for its friendly staff, spacious and clean rooms, and a delicious breakfast. Its convenient location is a highlight, and guests enjoy the good water pressure in the showers.
What are the best budget hotels in Sand City?
For highly-rated budget hotels in Sand City, consider the Hampton Inn Monterey and the Best Western De Anza Inn.

The Hampton Inn Monterey, with an 8.6 rating, is a popular choice among travellers. Guests frequently praise its nice and spacious rooms, along with the friendly and helpful service from the staff. It offers complimentary breakfast and free self-parking, making it a convenient option. The hotel is located 2.7 km from Monterey State Beach and 0.8 km from Del Monte Beach.

Another excellent budget option is the Best Western De Anza Inn, which has an 8.4 rating. This hotel is commended for its spacious and clean rooms, as well as the friendly staff. Guests particularly enjoy the excellent and delicious complimentary continental breakfast. Its location is convenient, being just 0.2 km from North Fremont Street and 2.6 km from Monterey State Beach.
What are the most romantic hotels in Sand City for couples?
For a romantic getaway in Sand City, couples will find excellent options at Lone Oak Lodge and Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott.

Lone Oak Lodge, with an 8.8 rating, offers private indoor hot tubs in some rooms, creating a wonderfully intimate setting. Guests consistently praise the spacious and clean rooms, along with the friendly staff, ensuring a comfortable and relaxing stay. It is conveniently located near the Del Monte Golf Course.

The 4-star Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, rated 8.4, provides beautiful ocean and beach views, superb for a romantic escape. Guests frequently praise the friendly staff and the beautiful, clean rooms. The hotel's location directly by the ocean is ideal for those who appreciate seaside tranquility.
What are the best hotels in Sand City near Monterey Bay?
For hotels in Sand City near Monterey Bay, consider the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside or the Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott.

The 3.5-star Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside, with an 8.8 rating, is an excellent choice for families, offering free breakfast and sofa beds. Guests frequently highlight the excellent breakfast and comfortable, clean rooms. It is conveniently located just 1.6 km from Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) airport and 1.1 km from Del Monte Beach.

Another great option is the 4-star Monterey Beach Hotel, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel by Marriott, rated 8.4. This hotel features a pool and many rooms offer ocean views. Travellers often praise the friendly staff, beautiful, clean rooms, and excellent food. It is situated 1.1 km from Del Monte Beach.
What hotels are near Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula)?
For hotels near Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula), consider the Lone Oak Lodge or the Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey.

The Lone Oak Lodge, rated 8.8, is a highly-regarded option located just 0.9 km from the airport. Guests frequently praise its spacious and clean rooms, comfortable beds, and the friendly, great staff. It also offers private indoor hot tubs, free WiFi, and complimentary self-parking.

Another excellent choice is the Red Roof Inn & Suites Monterey, with a 7.6 rating, also located a mere 0.9 km from the airport. This hotel provides affordable and clean rooms, with guests often highlighting the friendly and amazing customer service. Amenities include free cribs, sofa beds, private indoor hot tubs, free WiFi, complimentary toiletries, and free self-parking.
When is the best time to go to Sand City?
The best time to visit Sand City is during the late spring to early autumn months, from May to October, when the weather is generally warm and sunny.

During this period, you can expect pleasant temperatures, often in the low to mid-20s Celsius, great for enjoying the local beaches and outdoor activities. The "June Gloom" and "July Gray" phenomena, common in coastal California, tend to be less pronounced the further south you go along the coast, and Sand City often experiences clearer skies than its northern neighbours during these months.

For those looking to enjoy the coastal scenery and outdoor pursuits like beach walks, kayaking, or exploring the nearby Monterey Bay Coastal Recreation Trail, these months offer the most reliable weather. Families often find this time ideal for a holiday, as the consistent good weather makes planning activities much easier.

If you prefer fewer crowds and cooler temperatures, late April or early November can also be lovely, though with a higher chance of overcast days or light rain.
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