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Portola Hotel & Spa

Portola Hotel & Spa

2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, 93940, California, United States

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+1-833-728-2041

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Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Portola Hotel & Spa

Welcome to Portola Hotel & Spa, a luxurious 4-star hotel conveniently located in the heart of Monterey, California. With its prime address at Two Portola Plaza, the hotel is just a short 0.1mi distance away from the city center, making it the perfect base for exploring all the attractions this vibrant city has to offer.

With over 2,310 reviews, Portola Hotel & Spa has gained a reputation for excellence among travelers. Starting at a minimum price of $237 per night, this hotel offers a range of amenities to ensure a memorable stay. Guests can enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor swimming pool or indulge in some relaxation at the spa (extra charges apply). The hotel also offers a fitness center, a restaurant, and a bar for guests' convenience.

The Portola Hotel & Spa's well-appointed rooms feature modern amenities, including air conditioning, free toiletries, and private bathrooms. With accessible facilities and services such as pet-friendly accommodations (extra charges apply) and wheelchair accessibility, the hotel caters to the needs of all guests. Whether you are seeking a romantic getaway or a fun-filled family vacation, Portola Hotel & Spa is the ideal destination for an unforgettable stay in Monterey.

After a day of exploring the beautiful city of Monterey, unwind and relax by taking a refreshing dip in our outdoor swimming pool. The pool is heated and available for use all year round, ensuring you can enjoy a swim no matter the season. Please note that the pool is exclusively for adults, providing a peaceful and tranquil atmosphere for your relaxation.

When it comes to dining options, you'll find two fantastic restaurants right on-site at the Portola Hotel & Spa. Jacks Monterey offers a family-friendly ambiance and serves a delectable range of traditional American cuisine. If you're a fan of beer, visit Peter B's Brewpub, where you can savor delicious American dishes while sampling their handcrafted brews. With these dining options, you can satisfy your taste buds without even leaving the hotel.

At Portola Hotel & Spa, we accept a variety of payment methods, including Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Diners Club, and Visa. However, please note that we do not accept cash. This convenient payment policy ensures a hassle-free check-out process for our guests.

When it comes to accommodations, our well-appointed rooms are designed to provide comfort and convenience during your stay. With options including queen rooms, king rooms, and rooms with stunning courtyard views, there's something to suit every traveler's preferences. Each room features modern amenities such as air conditioning, free toiletries, and private bathrooms. You'll also find our rooms to be spacious, with a size of 344 square feet, ensuring that you have plenty of room to relax and unwind.

Come and experience the luxurious comfort, outstanding amenities, and unbeatable location at Portola Hotel & Spa. Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway, a family vacation, or a fun-filled adventure, our hotel is the perfect choice for an unforgettable stay in Monterey, California.

Closest airports

Monterey Regional Airport

3.2mi

Norman Y. Mineta San José International Airport

52.6mi

Most popular amenities

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Elevator

Bathtub

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Rooms

King Room in Portola Hotel & Spa

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King Room

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Flat-screen TV

Refrigerator

Tea/Coffee maker

Shower

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Our spacious King Room is perfect for a trio or family, boasting a comfortable King size bed and accommodating up to 3 adults and 2 children. Enjoy the featured amenities such as a flat-screen TV, refrigerator, and complimentary toiletries, along with additional luxuries like a plush bathrobe, interconnecting room options, and a hairdryer.

Two Queen Beds with Courtyard View in Portola Hotel & Spa

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Courtyard, 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

340 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

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Experience ultimate comfort and relaxation in our spacious Quadruple room featuring two Queen beds with a stunning view of our serene courtyard. Enjoy the luxury of a private bathroom, bathtub, terrace, and flat-screen TV, along with other convenient amenities such as air conditioning, a refrigerator, and tea/coffee maker. The perfect choice for families or groups of friends, accommodating four adults and two children, this room is the ideal retreat for your stay.

King Room with Partial View in Portola Hotel & Spa

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King Room, Partial View

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

View

Flat-screen TV

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Luxury King Room with a Partial View, perfect for a family vacation - it accommodates 4 adults and 3 children comfortably. Enjoy the spacious 344 sqft room with a private bathroom, balcony, and flat-screen TV, all while staying smoke-free.

Queen Room with Partial View in Portola Hotel & Spa

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Queen Room, Partial View

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

Balcony

View

Flat-screen TV

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The quadruple room provides a tea and coffee maker, a safe deposit box, heating and a flat-screen TV. The unit offers 2 beds.

Queen Room with Two Queen Beds - Disability Access in Portola Hotel & Spa

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Room - 2 Queen, Accessible

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

Private Bathroom

View

Flat-screen TV

Dryer

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Enjoy a spacious Queen Room specially designed for accessibility, featuring two comfortable Queen beds. This 344 sqft room is equipped with modern amenities including a private bathroom, flat-screen TV, and air conditioning, providing a comfortable stay for up to 4 adults.

Triple Room in Portola Hotel & Spa

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Triple Room

1 King Size Bed

345 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Balcony

Flat-screen TV

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Welcome to our spacious Triple Room, where luxury and comfort await you. With a King size bed and room for up to 4 adults, our room offers a private bathroom, city view, and a balcony to relax and enjoy the scenery. Additional amenities such as a flat-screen TV, air conditioning, and tea/coffee maker ensure a memorable stay. Discover the perfect combination of convenience and elegance in our Triple Room.

Two Queen Beds in Portola Hotel & Spa

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Room - 2 Queen

2 Queen Size Beds

345 sqft

City view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Flat-screen TV

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x3

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Room Two Queen Beds

Room - 2 Queen, Partial View

2 Queen Size Beds

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Welcome to our Queen Room with Partial View, a spacious quadruple room measuring 344 sqft. Enjoy the comfort of two queen size beds, a private bathroom, balcony, and a flat-screen TV. Relax and take in the beautiful view while sipping on a cup of coffee.

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King Room, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

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Accessible King Size Bed

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Portola, King

1 King Size Bed

340 sqft

Wifi

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

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King Room with Courtyard View in Portola Hotel & Spa

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Courtyard, King

1 King Size Bed

340 sqft

Garden view

Private Bathroom

Bathtub

Terrace

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Portola, King, Accessible

1 King Size Bed

340 sqft

Wifi

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

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Guest reviews

8.1

2,341 reviews

Categories of assessments

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Comfort

Location

Facilities

Staff

Value for money

Featured reviews:

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Emma

9.1

August 2023

Efficient from arrival to departure. Valet parking excellent. Lobby filled with natural light and trees. Forgot to ask variety! Light was gentle and not over-done. Places to sit/work/wait quietly. Bedrooms well thought out with wardrobes sufficiently long for ladies' dresses to hang, moveable magnifying mirror, strong hooks for towels, holding rails in bath/shower, work area with decent lamp, choice of pillow shapes, sliding door for plenty of fresh air & louvred blinds to regulate air/light. Full lenth mirror in good position. So many hotel rooms don't work for women but this worked very well. Staff professional & helpful.

Maid service on request only so coffees not topped up or bins emptied routinely

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Leesa

10

July 2023

Exceeded my expectations! The shuttered window coverings that opened to a small balcony and absolutely beautiful view was a feature I would return for! Rooms were very light and airy with unique and soft lighting over the headboards. Spa robes were in the closet. Immediate access to specialty coffee shops, walking distance to the wharf as well as Cannery Row and even on down to Lovers Point, however we did choose to drive th 5 min. down for dinner in the evening. Also walking distance (within steps) to the main street shops in Monterey. Can't say enough about this beautiful property!

Hotel restaurant was just o.k. when next to such a variety of other restaurants down the street. Great service and beautiful roomy environment, but food could be improved.

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Lyja

9.1

December 2022

Excellent location. Very close to the pier and Alvarado Street (restaurants). Short scenic walk to cannery row and the aquarium. The room was one of the nicest we've ever stayed in. Very comfortable beds and seating. We had two adjoining rooms (1 king and 2 queens in the other) for a family of four (with two adult children), and had plenty of space.

I didn't like the layout of the hotel. Unless you were one of the rooms in the same side of the pool and fitness center (the hotel lobby and majority of the rooms were not), you have to walk outside and across a busy public walkway to access these facilities. The WiFi was awful. Although you get free WiFi, it kicked you off A LOT so you had to frequently sign in. Water pressure in shower was VERY weak.

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Amy

10

January 2022

I had a very good experience with the front desk person, Naomi. When I got back from a late night walk I asked her if my room was this loud because of the discounted price I bought the room at and she quickly moved me to another room and checked in to see if I was happy. That was the best part, until driving away hearing from Marc head of security who figured out through a series of random clues that my missing bag was mine and he tracked me down to let me know he would put it in the safe for me

I couldn’t leave the parking lot, the self parking lot It’s not easy to figure out leaving and no one answered the call button or the call button on the valet exit

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Elissa

9.1

December 2021

Staff was friendly and efficient. Rooms had huge windows that opened to the outside so we could enjoy fresh air! This was awesome and totally unusual in a hotel. The pool and hot tub were super clean, stocked with towels, and very pleasant. Guests should be aware that you need to walk outside through a small public plaza to access the pool, but the hotel supplies robes and pool towels. The rooms were freshly decorated, very appealing and well designed. The elevator system was a state-of-the-art floor-call system that moved people quickly and allowed easy social distancing. This was a great hotel to stay at during the pandemic--I could tell that meaningful precautions were in place. The spacious lobby (full of trees and, at the time of our stay, decorated with holiday lights) means there is plenty of space in between guests, even though this is a large and busy hotel. Rooms were very quiet at night. The location is incredible--a 2 minute walk to tons of local restaurants and the touristy areas of Monterey as well. All in all, a great stay!

You have to use your room key to exit the parking garage after you check out. We had left ours in the room, but the staff quickly gave us a different key we could use. It was a very minor inconvenience, but could delay someone in a hurry.

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John

10

January 2023

upon entering you can tell it is a classy operation. the lobby awe inspiring yet comfortable. The rooms are beautifully appointed with all the amenities one would expect. the rooms were comfortable. Jacks, the restaurant was top notch. the servers are all pleasant and helpful. Antonio was especially personable and engaging. We also took advantage of the Spa. it was fabulous. we spent several hours for facials and massages. the price point was very reasonable for the services. Chris, the concierge was most helpful when we had to leave because flooding since we were headed back to San Fran. Portola is a favorite. We look forward to returning.

the dogs and cats that were allowed to stay. I am high allergic and would not want that to spoil my vacation if cat hair was in my room.

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Daniella

9.1

June 2022

Rooms were clean, modern with comfortable beds. Great facilities with pool and gym.

Had an unfortunate experience with one staff member working at the hotel bar on Tuesday evening (31st May). I didn’t get the woman’s name but I asked if they were still selling food around 9.45pm and she responded I would need to order now as it was last call. I said sure and requested a menu. I was then asked to show ID, bare in mind I wasn’t ordering any alcohol. I handed over my UK drivers license (the same ID I used to check into the hotel) and was then told then I needed to show a U.S. passport as apparently my drivers license was not legitimate enough for her to put through a food order. I felt uncomfortable with her attitude after this and decided not proceed any further as I sensed this woman had every intention of making it unnecessarily difficult to order anything.

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Rodriguez

8.2

July 2023

Loved the location, family friendly pool for the kids with shallow end, decor, cafe downstairs was super awesome to have and jacks restaurant/bar was delicious and so pretty! Beds were pretty comfortable as well and having a balcony was a bonus!

It’s pricey but again, it was a great experience so I’d say worth it!

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Cunningham

10

August 2022

This is a fabulous hotel within a 5 minute walk of Fishermans Wharf. We were upgraded to a junior suite as there had been a bit of confusion with our booking, at no extra cost to ourselves. The room itself was really spacious with a large sofa and table area, 2 queen size beds and a patio area. The bathroom was spacious as well with a large walk in shower. Everything about the stay exceeded our expectations.

Just be aware that the pool isn't in the hotel itself, it is across the pedestrianised street in the Spa building. Oh, and having instructions in using the coffee machine in the room, but just to make sure - do not peel the lids of the capsules before inserting into the machine! Doh!

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Steph

10

September 2022

This place was incredible. We stayed here as part of our month long honeymoon road trip. This was honestly the best room I've ever stayed in EVER and I don't think I'll ever have a room that competes! We were kindly upgraded to a room which was out of this world - it had a huge living room, dining room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen. It had a telescope in the living room which was a really nice touch. The location is great too, right by the pier and super walkable to shops and eateries. We felt so special staying here and it really made our trip out of this world. The staff were incredible and we're so grateful for this amazing experience. We will remember this trip forever.

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Points of Interest Around Portola Hotel & Spa

Attractions

Custom House Plaza

0.1mi

Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf

0.3mi

Dennis the Menace Park

0.5mi

Cannery Row

0.8mi

Monterey Bay Aquarium

1.2mi

Lovers Point Park

2mi

Asilomar State Beach

2.6mi

Point Pinos Lighthouse

3.1mi

17-Mile Drive

3.7mi

Sunset Cultural Center

3.8mi

Carmel Mission

4.3mi

Point Lobos State Natural Reserve

6.5mi

Pacific Coast Highway (Highway 1)

15.8mi

Big Sur

23.4mi

Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk

26mi

Restaurants

Jacks Monterey

Cuisines

  • American

Ambiances

  • Family Friendly
  • Traditional

Peter B's Brewpub

Cuisines

  • American

Pools

Location

  • Outdoor

Features

  • Heated

Age restrictions

  • Adults only

Availability

  • All season

Amenities of Portola Hotel & Spa

Restaurant

Outdoor swimming pool

Fitness center

Air conditioning

Bar

Terrace

24-hour front desk

Non-smoking rooms

Wheelchair accessible

Beach chairs/Loungers

Patio

Garden view

Elevator

Bathtub

View

Free toiletries

Balcony

Stay rules - Portola Hotel & Spa

  • Check-in / Check-out

  • Pets

  • Internet

  • Age restrictions

  • Parking

  • Reservations

  • Children and beds

  • Cards accepted at this property

Frequently Asked Questions - Portola Hotel & Spa

Can I bring my pet to Portola Hotel & Spa?

Yes, you can stay with your pet at Portola Hotel & Spa. However, there may be additional charges for bringing your furry friend along.

At what times are check-in and check-out at Portola Hotel & Spa?

Guests at Portola Hotel & Spa can check in starting from 04:00 PM and need to check out by 12:00 PM.

Does Portola Hotel & Spa provide parking options?

Yes, there is parking available at the Portola Hotel & Spa. The hotel provides public parking on site for a fee of $31 per day. However, it is worth noting that parking reservations are not possible.

How much does a stay at Portola Hotel & Spa cost?

Starting rates at Portola Hotel & Spa begin from $237. However, prices can vary based on room type and selected dates. Please enter your dates for accurate pricing.

Which room categories can I book at Portola Hotel & Spa?

The hotel offers a variety of room types including Queen Rooms with Partial View, King Rooms, Queen Rooms with Two Queen Beds, and Triple Rooms. Each room has a size of 344 sqft and smoking is not allowed in any of the rooms. The rooms can accommodate 3-4 adults and 0-3 children, depending on the room type. The beds in the rooms include either 1 King size bed or 2 Queen size beds.

What activities does Portola Hotel & Spa offer?

Guests staying at Portola Hotel & Spa have a variety of leisure amenities to enjoy during their time at the hotel. They can spend their time relaxing and taking a dip in the outdoor swimming pool, which is available all year round and features a heated pool for comfort. For those who prefer a more active experience, the hotel offers a fitness center where guests can work out and stay in shape.

Additionally, guests can enjoy the spa facilities at the hotel and indulge in a range of different massages, including full-body, couples, and back massages. Those seeking outdoor activities can take advantage of the hotel's bicycle rental service and explore the surrounding area by bike. They can also enjoy snorkeling, diving, hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities.

When it comes to dining, guests have a choice of two restaurants on-site. Jacks Monterey offers a family-friendly and traditional ambiance, serving American cuisine. Peter B's Brewpub serves American cuisine as well.

Can guests use a pool at Portola Hotel & Spa?

The Portola Hotel & Spa has one pool available. The pool is located outdoors and is heated. However, it is restricted to adults only.

Does Portola Hotel & Spa have on-site restaurants?

Yes, the Portola Hotel & Spa has two restaurants on site. Jacks Monterey serves American cuisine and has a family-friendly and traditional ambiance. Peter B's Brewpub also offers American cuisine.

Does Portola Hotel & Spa accept credit cards?

No, Portola Hotel & Spa does not accept cash as a payment method. However, they do accept credit cards such as Mastercard, Discover, American Express, Diners Club, and Visa.