Old Monterey Inn

The scenario couldn't have been better. Gorgeous piece of property, cozy rooms, great weather, and a wedding in the back garden. The aforementioned took place. It was following the ceremony of 10 people total that a shocker was introduced to us. The owners decided to charge us an additional $500 for using their property to facilitate the wedding. A wedding of which they were informed of well in advance. It was nothing elaborate. The bride/groom and 8 guest met in the garden and it took no more than 10 minutes. Furthermore, we were all paying guests occupying 5 rooms! Food was great, property was comfortable and relaxing, it's just unfortunate the new owners didn't demonstrate a good business practice when they informed us of the up-charge as we were toasting the happy couple. Hopefully they don't disappoint others so they can return for a second visit. After this experience we can't say that we will. more

We stayed at the Old Monterey Inn for our wedding night in October and the entire experience was so nice. The rooms are clean and beautiful. The gardens are breathtaking. Pros: Everything Cons: parking more

With so many places to choose from, we had a hard time deciding where to stay on our tip up to Monterey/Carmel. As soon as we pulled into the driveway at Old Monterey Inn we knew we could not have picked a better place. Everything was amazing - the grounds, the rooms, the innkeepers. Yes, it is pricey, but all the extra care made it worth every penny. We had a wood-burning fireplace, a whirlpool tub for two, breakfast in bed, reservations at some wodnerful restaurants, goodies available to us at all times, and the coziest beds imaginable. They did everything imaginable to make sure we were comfortable and taken care of at all times. The breakfasts were the best I have had at any B&B - amazing! It was the most romantice and relaxing place I've ever stayed in. If you choose to stay somewhere else you will really miss out. Pros: Romantic, Cozy, Well-kept, Great Innkeepers, Great Breakfast, Fireplaces more

The house and gardens of the Old Monterey Inn look and feel like an English country house. With cool pacific fogs often blowing across Monterey, the effect is uncanny. The rooms are upscale B&B--not ultra-luxury, but not overly frilly either. Service is very attentive and organized. Breakfasts are imaginative, served in the formal dining room or delivered to your room. Some fellow guests were put off by the ice cream and fruit served at one morning's breakfast...maybe they lacked the ""imagination"" of the Inn's cooks. Location is good for exploring the coastal area, far enough from the tacky Cannery Row area. Pros: gardens, service more