Best Western Marina State Beach
$151
/ night
Avg. for September
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$151
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Best Western Marina State Beach average $101 in December, the cheapest month, and $188 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $110 |
| February | $129 |
| March | $124 |
| April | $153 |
| May | $176 |
| June | $165 |
| July | $188 |
| September | $151 |
| October | $131 |
| November | $114 |
| December | $101 |
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Most expensive: July (~$188)
Cheapest: December (~$101)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features charcoal grills and a vending machine.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services. This hotel also features charcoal grills and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 84 air-conditioned rooms featuring LED televisions. Satellite television is provided for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Location
When you stay at Best Western Marina State Beach in Marina, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Monterey Bay and 12.3 mi (19.7 km) from Monterey Bay Aquarium.
What's nearby
Marina State Beach(0.3 miles)
Monterey Bay(0.3 miles)
Marina Dunes Preserve(0.7 miles)
Fort Ord Dunes State Park(2 miles)
California State University Monterey Bay(3.2 miles)
East Garrison Dog Park(5.8 miles)
Monterey State Beach(5.9 miles)
Eolian Dunes Preserve(6.3 miles)
Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course(6.8 miles)
Moss Landing Marine Laboratories(8.2 miles)
North Fremont Street(8.2 miles)
Del Monte Beach(8.4 miles)
Salinas River Dunes Nature Preserve(8.6 miles)
Monterey County Fairgrounds(8.7 miles)
Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute(8.9 miles)
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)(9.5 miles)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)(21.7 miles)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)(18.9 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Business Center
Housekeeping
Safe-Deposit Box
Garden
Location
3290 Dunes Road, Marina, California, United States of America
Marina State Beach (0.3 miles)
Monterey Bay (0.3 miles)
Marina Dunes Preserve (0.7 miles)
Fort Ord Dunes State Park (2 miles)
California State University Monterey Bay (3.2 miles)
East Garrison Dog Park (5.8 miles)
Room options
6
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower)
Room details
2 Full Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingPrivate Bathroom
5
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Oversized Room)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingPrivate Bathroom
6
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Refrigerator & Microwave (Walk-In Shower)
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingPrivate Bathroom
5
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Room details
2 Queen Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingPrivate Bathroom
Guest reviews
7.5
Good
Based on 1,005 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
7%
Couple
27%
Family
52%
Group
8%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across many reviews of Best Western Marina State Beach, guests praise the easy walk to Marina State Beach and generally friendly staff, while reporting mixed experiences with room upkeep, dated bathrooms, thin walls, and occasional maintenance or check-in issues.
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What guests think
Across many reviews of Best Western Marina State Beach, guests praise the easy walk to Marina State Beach and generally friendly staff, while reporting mixed experiences with room upkeep, dated bathrooms, thin walls, and occasional maintenance or check-in issues.
Cleanliness feedback ranges from very clean rooms to recurring concerns about mold, dirty floors or linens, pests, and missing towels. Breakfast is a popular convenience but varies in quality and replenishment, and the dining area can get busy. Expect a budget-friendly, beach-adjacent motel-style stay with convenient access and some tradeoffs in consistency.
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Facilities
Amenities are limited; multiple reviews note no pool or hot tub, occasional outages for laundry or ice, and no or nonworking EV charging. Fire pits and on-site parking are appreciated, though parking can be tight.
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Renee
Aug 13, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We appreciated that the rooms were newly renovated and we enjoyed the breakfast. It was also nice to sit out by the fire in the courtyard in the evening. Our biggest complaint was the cleanliness of the bathroom. You can smell mold as you approach the bathroom and the corners were moldy. We had family staying in a different room and this was not unique to our room, as theirs had the same issue. We also found some items like a package flossers left among the towels from previous guests. Staff was very friendly and it is nice to only be a short walk from the beach.
We appreciated that the rooms were newly renovated and we enjoyed the breakfast. It was also nice to sit out by the fire in the courtyard in the evening. Our biggest complaint was the cleanliness of the bathroom. You can smell mold as you approach the bathroom and the corners were moldy. We had family staying in a different room and this was not unique to our room, as theirs had the same issue. We also found some items like a package flossers left among the towels from previous guests. Staff was very friendly and it is nice to only be a short walk from the beach.
10
Aiden
Aug 10, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Did not use continental breakfast, but all other amenities were great and convenient, especially the laundry. Both of the two queen beds were great. Very large television in the room which was great for watching movies, plus the television offered access for external streaming (ex. Bluetooth connection to it). No complaints.
Did not use continental breakfast, but all other amenities were great and convenient, especially the laundry. Both of the two queen beds were great. Very large television in the room which was great for watching movies, plus the television offered access for external streaming (ex. Bluetooth connection to it). No complaints.
6
sopheak
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I like that the room was remodeled and walkable areas unlike other hotel rooms which are tight space. The bathroom vanity area had plenty of space but the actual sink was very small. The toilet and tub were attached together in a very very small space. The water pressure was excellent, however if you turn the water in the sink too high it would make gurgling noises. There is no covered area to get dressed since there is no door separating bathroom and bed area. There is a fridge/freezer and microwave. The room was relatively clean-did not see any bugs. Breakfast was adequate. There does not appear to be an elevator going up to the second floor so you have to walk up the stairs which may be a problem for some customers. I most enjoyed the 3-minute walk to Marina State Beach. There are no EV Chargers on the property but plenty at the nearby Target shopping plaza.
I like that the room was remodeled and walkable areas unlike other hotel rooms which are tight space. The bathroom vanity area had plenty of space but the actual sink was very small. The toilet and tub were attached together in a very very small space. The water pressure was excellent, however if you turn the water in the sink too high it would make gurgling noises. There is no covered area to get dressed since there is no door separating bathroom and bed area. There is a fridge/freezer and microwave. The room was relatively clean-did not see any bugs. Breakfast was adequate. There does not appear to be an elevator going up to the second floor so you have to walk up the stairs which may be a problem for some customers. I most enjoyed the 3-minute walk to Marina State Beach. There are no EV Chargers on the property but plenty at the nearby Target shopping plaza.
10
Juan
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a great stay during a busy weekend. First time staying here and had a pleasant time. Friendly staff and quiet. Nobody had any complaints and our door Dashers were able to easily find our rooms to deliver dinner. And came with free breakfast and fire pits??! We'll be back
This was a great stay during a busy weekend. First time staying here and had a pleasant time. Friendly staff and quiet. Nobody had any complaints and our door Dashers were able to easily find our rooms to deliver dinner. And came with free breakfast and fire pits??! We'll be back
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Melonie
Mar 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel, liked that the beach is just 2 mins away, also loved that they had fire pits on the property it was nice to sit out there at night and enjoy that. Breakfast was good had alot to choose from. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Only reason I didnt give it a 5 star is because the first room we went to when checking in was not ready/cleaned so we had to go back and get another room also microwave didnt heat. Other than that I would stay here again.
Nice hotel, liked that the beach is just 2 mins away, also loved that they had fire pits on the property it was nice to sit out there at night and enjoy that. Breakfast was good had alot to choose from. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Only reason I didnt give it a 5 star is because the first room we went to when checking in was not ready/cleaned so we had to go back and get another room also microwave didnt heat. Other than that I would stay here again.
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Katherine
Sep 20, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The pros: The beds were super comfortable, and the amenities is very good. Lots of outlets for me to plug-in and charge my phone. TV looked brand new and worked great. There was a microwave and a fridge as well.Parking was also terrific. The staff was very friendly, which was a huge Plus. The cons: the floor in our room was actually pretty dirty and into the bathroom as well. Overall, I’d stay there again. Another plus was they are right by the beach.
The pros: The beds were super comfortable, and the amenities is very good. Lots of outlets for me to plug-in and charge my phone. TV looked brand new and worked great. There was a microwave and a fridge as well.Parking was also terrific. The staff was very friendly, which was a huge Plus. The cons: the floor in our room was actually pretty dirty and into the bathroom as well. Overall, I’d stay there again. Another plus was they are right by the beach.
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Brandon
May 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I booked your hotel because I needed to do laundry and the machines were out of order.
I booked your hotel because I needed to do laundry and the machines were out of order.
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Lauren
Feb 22, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
This Best Western is located walking distance from Marina State Beach. It is quiet and cozy, with fire pits and a decent outdoor area. The rooms have recently been renovated and were quite nice although the bathrooms are not as modern. Towels are thin and pillows are a little sad, but quite in line for the price point. The drive into Monterey was easy, and we found some great food in Marina and Seaside that saved us from the traffic and chaos of Monterey st. I would stay here again (or across the street at the Resort if I splurge!)
This Best Western is located walking distance from Marina State Beach. It is quiet and cozy, with fire pits and a decent outdoor area. The rooms have recently been renovated and were quite nice although the bathrooms are not as modern. Towels are thin and pillows are a little sad, but quite in line for the price point. The drive into Monterey was easy, and we found some great food in Marina and Seaside that saved us from the traffic and chaos of Monterey st. I would stay here again (or across the street at the Resort if I splurge!)
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COLTON
Nov 11, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
So glad we found this place. Rooms are updated and wonderful. Breakfast looks great with daily changes & specials. Only issue was Ice Maker was broken. They did there best to provide Ice out of a cooler in the lobby.
So glad we found this place. Rooms are updated and wonderful. Breakfast looks great with daily changes & specials. Only issue was Ice Maker was broken. They did there best to provide Ice out of a cooler in the lobby.
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Emily
Mar 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Charging station is not working and you should tell your staff not to say it works. And also get this fixed?
Charging station is not working and you should tell your staff not to say it works. And also get this fixed?
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Cleanliness
Feedback is inconsistent: several guests found rooms clean, while many report mold or mildew in bathrooms, dirty floors or linens, clogged showers, and lapses in housekeeping with missing towels.
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Kristin
Apr 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Room needs some work: mold/mildew on bathroom ceiling, sink doesn’t drain very well, TV is crooked on wall, and pillows are lumpy. On the plus side, bed was comfortable (aside from the pillows), laminate flooring is nice, and breakfast was decent (although breakfast trash can was overflowing and floors were sticky).
Room needs some work: mold/mildew on bathroom ceiling, sink doesn’t drain very well, TV is crooked on wall, and pillows are lumpy. On the plus side, bed was comfortable (aside from the pillows), laminate flooring is nice, and breakfast was decent (although breakfast trash can was overflowing and floors were sticky).
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Andrea
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice beach within walking distance, though wooden walkway on the way to the beach is falling apart. Rooms are kinda dirty, and mold is growing in the shower. Keycards for the room kept failing, and I had to get new keycards 3 times in a 2 day stay.
Nice beach within walking distance, though wooden walkway on the way to the beach is falling apart. Rooms are kinda dirty, and mold is growing in the shower. Keycards for the room kept failing, and I had to get new keycards 3 times in a 2 day stay.
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Concepcion
Jun 18, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The cleanliness in the shower. There was mold in the grout on the baseboards and pink stuff in between the grout in the shower wall The bed/bed sheet were smelly, didn’t seem washed
The cleanliness in the shower. There was mold in the grout on the baseboards and pink stuff in between the grout in the shower wall The bed/bed sheet were smelly, didn’t seem washed
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Karen
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms were not clean. There were stains on the walls with food and trash left in our room when we arrived. The shower was moldy and sandy. The bed linens were dirty and stained.
Rooms were not clean. There were stains on the walls with food and trash left in our room when we arrived. The shower was moldy and sandy. The bed linens were dirty and stained.
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Amber
Jun 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
They ran out of towels. We got 1 towel for 3 people two nights. 2nd night we lost power for at least a hour. The TV cable did not work. The shower had hair from previous stay. The breakfast is nice plus though. The rooms have new furniture. And hardware floors were new. Fresh paint on the outside so it does not look bad on the outside.
They ran out of towels. We got 1 towel for 3 people two nights. 2nd night we lost power for at least a hour. The TV cable did not work. The shower had hair from previous stay. The breakfast is nice plus though. The rooms have new furniture. And hardware floors were new. Fresh paint on the outside so it does not look bad on the outside.
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Edward
Jun 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
First room was not clean. Hair in sink and tub. Counter, floor, and sink was not cleaned. Was moved to another room which was also not clean.
First room was not clean. Hair in sink and tub. Counter, floor, and sink was not cleaned. Was moved to another room which was also not clean.
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Brandie
May 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We arrived 3 hours after checkin and the room we were assigned was a mess. Full of trash empty food boxes and not clean. We were told we could wait for a room to be cleaned. Our bathroom smelled like pee and was not updated like the rest of the room.
We arrived 3 hours after checkin and the room we were assigned was a mess. Full of trash empty food boxes and not clean. We were told we could wait for a room to be cleaned. Our bathroom smelled like pee and was not updated like the rest of the room.
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Noah
Apr 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Rooms were dirty. The sheets had weird orange spots on them and breakfast was cold and hard.
Rooms were dirty. The sheets had weird orange spots on them and breakfast was cold and hard.
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Trena
Jul 23, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The shower did not drain there was mold floating in the water when we attempted a shower. Used tissues from previous guests stuffed behind the bed. Filthy walls and floors. When we complained the management refused to rectify, even after an Expedia agent reached out to assist. Spend the extra $50 and stay somewhere else!!! Do not be fooled by the Best Western name the company should revoke this from this particular MOTEL at best!!
The shower did not drain there was mold floating in the water when we attempted a shower. Used tissues from previous guests stuffed behind the bed. Filthy walls and floors. When we complained the management refused to rectify, even after an Expedia agent reached out to assist. Spend the extra $50 and stay somewhere else!!! Do not be fooled by the Best Western name the company should revoke this from this particular MOTEL at best!!
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Kyle
Nov 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Dirty, smelled. Floor was sticky. Left after one night and cancelled the rest of our stay to find another hotel
Dirty, smelled. Floor was sticky. Left after one night and cancelled the rest of our stay to find another hotel
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Rooms
Rooms are often spacious and recently updated with comfortable beds, but bathrooms are very small and dated. Road and neighbor noise is common due to thin walls, and some rooms have drafty doors or noisy HVAC.
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Claire
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, convenient, all the amenities of a basic hotel. Walls are very thin and the convenience of being right off the highway means you hear a lot of traffic. Walkability to Marina Dune Beach is a super highlight!
Clean, convenient, all the amenities of a basic hotel. Walls are very thin and the convenience of being right off the highway means you hear a lot of traffic. Walkability to Marina Dune Beach is a super highlight!
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sopheak
Jul 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I like that the room was remodeled and walkable areas unlike other hotel rooms which are tight space. The bathroom vanity area had plenty of space but the actual sink was very small. The toilet and tub were attached together in a very very small space. The water pressure was excellent, however if you turn the water in the sink too high it would make gurgling noises. There is no covered area to get dressed since there is no door separating bathroom and bed area. There is a fridge/freezer and microwave. The room was relatively clean-did not see any bugs. Breakfast was adequate. There does not appear to be an elevator going up to the second floor so you have to walk up the stairs which may be a problem for some customers. I most enjoyed the 3-minute walk to Marina State Beach. There are no EV Chargers on the property but plenty at the nearby Target shopping plaza.
I like that the room was remodeled and walkable areas unlike other hotel rooms which are tight space. The bathroom vanity area had plenty of space but the actual sink was very small. The toilet and tub were attached together in a very very small space. The water pressure was excellent, however if you turn the water in the sink too high it would make gurgling noises. There is no covered area to get dressed since there is no door separating bathroom and bed area. There is a fridge/freezer and microwave. The room was relatively clean-did not see any bugs. Breakfast was adequate. There does not appear to be an elevator going up to the second floor so you have to walk up the stairs which may be a problem for some customers. I most enjoyed the 3-minute walk to Marina State Beach. There are no EV Chargers on the property but plenty at the nearby Target shopping plaza.
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Mina
Jan 2, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Most loudest room I’ve ever stayed in. It’s a clean and renovated place but walls have NO padding. Your next door neighbor feels like they are in your room, you can hear anything they do. So bizarre. Breakfast is hit or miss but was OK. Ok location
Most loudest room I’ve ever stayed in. It’s a clean and renovated place but walls have NO padding. Your next door neighbor feels like they are in your room, you can hear anything they do. So bizarre. Breakfast is hit or miss but was OK. Ok location
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xuezhong
Aug 11, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Noisy, just beside 101
Noisy, just beside 101
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Patricia
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Room was very clean and spacious.
Room was very clean and spacious.
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Royce
Aug 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Only thing really going for it is the location which is important if your goal is to easily access the beach. Badly in need of further maintenance in some areas and needs some amenities like a Jacuzzi, fitness center, etc Pros: * Location is within walking distance to the beach and a short drive to other local attractions * Breakfast provided and decent coffee * Bed and pillows reasonably comfortable Cons: * Hotel staff were not very pleasant * No amenities * We had ants in our bathroom area * Air conditioning unit in our room sounded like it would shake itself off the wall making sleep difficult * While the room had recently been renovated and was pretty nice, the bathroom was a disaster. The bathroom door was broken, shower was a mess with broken or shoddy repairs and the bathroom was so small it was uncomfortable
Only thing really going for it is the location which is important if your goal is to easily access the beach. Badly in need of further maintenance in some areas and needs some amenities like a Jacuzzi, fitness center, etc Pros: * Location is within walking distance to the beach and a short drive to other local attractions * Breakfast provided and decent coffee * Bed and pillows reasonably comfortable Cons: * Hotel staff were not very pleasant * No amenities * We had ants in our bathroom area * Air conditioning unit in our room sounded like it would shake itself off the wall making sleep difficult * While the room had recently been renovated and was pretty nice, the bathroom was a disaster. The bathroom door was broken, shower was a mess with broken or shoddy repairs and the bathroom was so small it was uncomfortable
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Arunee
Jul 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The hotel is nice but the bathroom is old.
The hotel is nice but the bathroom is old.
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Richard
Mar 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location and the rooms are newly renovated. Very clean and bright. Big room too. The bad... The heater was sooooo loud that it made sleep difficult. Also, there is no weather stripping around there door so the wind blows right in making the room very cold and drafty, plus increasing the start/stop of the heating unit and the noise from outside the room. Overall it was a great deal, great location, nice room but needs some help with the AC / heating unit!
Great location and the rooms are newly renovated. Very clean and bright. Big room too. The bad... The heater was sooooo loud that it made sleep difficult. Also, there is no weather stripping around there door so the wind blows right in making the room very cold and drafty, plus increasing the start/stop of the heating unit and the noise from outside the room. Overall it was a great deal, great location, nice room but needs some help with the AC / heating unit!
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Vanisha
Oct 12, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
bathroom too small
bathroom too small
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Shaelynne
Nov 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The rooms were super spacious and clean. The front desk staffs were very helpful.
The rooms were super spacious and clean. The front desk staffs were very helpful.
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Service
Many mention friendly, helpful front desk and smooth check-in, but recurring issues include malfunctioning keycards, delays or rooms not ready, occasional rudeness, poor communication, and privacy lapses.
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Adam
Mar 28, 2023
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Nice room, very clean, no issues. Excellent staff and breakfast. We will be back
Nice room, very clean, no issues. Excellent staff and breakfast. We will be back
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Tammie
Sep 28, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Batteries for the key card reader on our door had to be replaced at check in with us standing outside for 20 minutes waiting. Then the key cards had to be reprogrammed multiple times even though I kept them separated from anything that could deactivate them. Door had such a large gap between it and the frame that light from outside shown through. It was large enough of a gap for bugs to easily get into the room. Our shower was not very clean and towel was either stained or they folded up a dirty towel to be used again. Won’t stay again.
Batteries for the key card reader on our door had to be replaced at check in with us standing outside for 20 minutes waiting. Then the key cards had to be reprogrammed multiple times even though I kept them separated from anything that could deactivate them. Door had such a large gap between it and the frame that light from outside shown through. It was large enough of a gap for bugs to easily get into the room. Our shower was not very clean and towel was either stained or they folded up a dirty towel to be used again. Won’t stay again.
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Francis
Apr 11, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent service.
Excellent service.
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Tony
Mar 25, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
We had a reservation, but when we showed up they said they were full.
We had a reservation, but when we showed up they said they were full.
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janel
Oct 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
There was no privacy. Staff gave the key to our room to another guest who tried to enter our room at 12:40am. Staff let themselves into our room while we were there even though the do not disturb sign was on the door. One evening we came back and our key would not open the door. Staff were perplexed. They kept insisting we'd asked to move rooms. We had not. The area is nice, next to a state beach however, the freeway noise is loud and when we had neighbors we could hear the screaming children through the walls.
There was no privacy. Staff gave the key to our room to another guest who tried to enter our room at 12:40am. Staff let themselves into our room while we were there even though the do not disturb sign was on the door. One evening we came back and our key would not open the door. Staff were perplexed. They kept insisting we'd asked to move rooms. We had not. The area is nice, next to a state beach however, the freeway noise is loud and when we had neighbors we could hear the screaming children through the walls.
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Ernesto
Jul 7, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The receptionist was amazingly rude. If it wasn’t so late I would’ve left.
The receptionist was amazingly rude. If it wasn’t so late I would’ve left.
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Alex
Jul 5, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
They gave us the wrong room. There was someone in the room. We wake up the poor guy!!!
They gave us the wrong room. There was someone in the room. We wake up the poor guy!!!
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Tracy
Jul 15, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was a 3p check-in and we arrived at 530p but no rooms were available. We returned at 7p. It would have been nice to get a call in advance so we didn’t have to kill time. Also, I worry about the cleanliness of the breakfast. The staff person wore gloves but left them on indefinitely, even when she was texting on her phone. Yikes Thank you
It was a 3p check-in and we arrived at 530p but no rooms were available. We returned at 7p. It would have been nice to get a call in advance so we didn’t have to kill time. Also, I worry about the cleanliness of the breakfast. The staff person wore gloves but left them on indefinitely, even when she was texting on her phone. Yikes Thank you
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Chalotta
Sep 16, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We've stayed here multiple times, and it is always a pleasant experience. The staff is so helpful and friendly, the facility itself is always very clean, the complimentary breakfasts are amazing, and the rooms are always so clean and fresh with an included AC unit. Best Westerns are always our first choice and they are usually a very affordable option as well. Also, this one is very close to the beach, only a short walk away!
We've stayed here multiple times, and it is always a pleasant experience. The staff is so helpful and friendly, the facility itself is always very clean, the complimentary breakfasts are amazing, and the rooms are always so clean and fresh with an included AC unit. Best Westerns are always our first choice and they are usually a very affordable option as well. Also, this one is very close to the beach, only a short walk away!
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Angela
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was THE worst hotel stay we’ve ever had. We were locked out of our room for hours. They gave us 5 different keys. Finally they came after not believing us that the keys wouldn't work. Turns out the battery for the key fobs on the door was dead. They said they'd re key it and it would take a few hours (a few hours turned into half a day) so we had no access to our room. Well, then the next day the air conditioner doesnt work. They finally switched us rooms. The hair dryer doesnt work and the shower is clogged. The manager wasnt in at 8:30 in the morning even though we were told he comes in at 7. When we asked for a refund he said he would give us a discount next time we came to town. This is unacceptable!
This was THE worst hotel stay we’ve ever had. We were locked out of our room for hours. They gave us 5 different keys. Finally they came after not believing us that the keys wouldn't work. Turns out the battery for the key fobs on the door was dead. They said they'd re key it and it would take a few hours (a few hours turned into half a day) so we had no access to our room. Well, then the next day the air conditioner doesnt work. They finally switched us rooms. The hair dryer doesnt work and the shower is clogged. The manager wasnt in at 8:30 in the morning even though we were told he comes in at 7. When we asked for a refund he said he would give us a discount next time we came to town. This is unacceptable!
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Location
Very convenient for walking to Marina State Beach and driving to Monterey; right off Highway 1. However, highway noise is frequent, and a few guests felt the surrounding area less safe or short on dining options.
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Claire
Jul 9, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, convenient, all the amenities of a basic hotel. Walls are very thin and the convenience of being right off the highway means you hear a lot of traffic. Walkability to Marina Dune Beach is a super highlight!
Clean, convenient, all the amenities of a basic hotel. Walls are very thin and the convenience of being right off the highway means you hear a lot of traffic. Walkability to Marina Dune Beach is a super highlight!
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John
Mar 25, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Quiet location a short walk/drive to Marina State Beach. Easy access from Hwy 1, either direction.
Quiet location a short walk/drive to Marina State Beach. Easy access from Hwy 1, either direction.
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Satvik
Jul 6, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great location with free parking and breakfast. Amazing location next to the beach.
Great location with free parking and breakfast. Amazing location next to the beach.
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shawn
Aug 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Decent stay walls are thin so you can hear in the next door room talk and hear the freeway traffic. Walking distance to marina state beach was nice. Hotel needed some work but it looks like they are trying. If you going into Monterey make sure you give your self more time during rush hour times. During afternoon it took us 15 min to get to aquarium area. During morning drive in @730 am it took 35-40 min to get there. Overall not bad
Decent stay walls are thin so you can hear in the next door room talk and hear the freeway traffic. Walking distance to marina state beach was nice. Hotel needed some work but it looks like they are trying. If you going into Monterey make sure you give your self more time during rush hour times. During afternoon it took us 15 min to get to aquarium area. During morning drive in @730 am it took 35-40 min to get there. Overall not bad
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Brenda
Feb 17, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
It is super close to the beach.
It is super close to the beach.
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Jacqueline
Aug 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
No ocean view from property, but conveniently located about a 10 minute from Marina State Beach. About a 15 minutes from Monterey Bay Aquarium, and 20 minutes from 17 Mile drive. Property clean with friendly staff.
No ocean view from property, but conveniently located about a 10 minute from Marina State Beach. About a 15 minutes from Monterey Bay Aquarium, and 20 minutes from 17 Mile drive. Property clean with friendly staff.
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Robin
Jun 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Easy walk to Marina State Beach.
Easy walk to Marina State Beach.
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Christina
May 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Good location for what I needed. Too noisy. Thin walls. Did not care for either of the 2 breakfasts.
Good location for what I needed. Too noisy. Thin walls. Did not care for either of the 2 breakfasts.
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Monica
Aug 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
On our arrival, there were 3 police cars making an arrest and we couldn’t get into the parking lot. It just felt unsafe around the area.
On our arrival, there were 3 police cars making an arrest and we couldn’t get into the parking lot. It just felt unsafe around the area.
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Maritza
Aug 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
I like the location is in walking distance of the beach. The property is clean but can use some TLC.
I like the location is in walking distance of the beach. The property is clean but can use some TLC.
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Dining
Complimentary breakfast is widely appreciated, with waffles and other hot items, but quality, variety, and replenishment vary and it can be crowded or run out early.
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Bella
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was not that convenient. Breakfast was not maintained well.... with all the kids creating a mess.
Parking was not that convenient. Breakfast was not maintained well.... with all the kids creating a mess.
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Teresa
May 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The location is walking distance to the ocean. It's away from the business of Seaside and Monterey. The rooms have walls that are paper thin. You can hear your neighbors. The breakfast was nice. The clean up was slow. The garbage can was overflowing.
The location is walking distance to the ocean. It's away from the business of Seaside and Monterey. The rooms have walls that are paper thin. You can hear your neighbors. The breakfast was nice. The clean up was slow. The garbage can was overflowing.
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Oleg
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
safe and quiet, good breakfast
safe and quiet, good breakfast
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Jocelyn
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Breakfast okay. Not much selections.
Breakfast okay. Not much selections.
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Danielle
Sep 26, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The weather was perfect and we really enjoyed breakfast! Especially the waffles!
The weather was perfect and we really enjoyed breakfast! Especially the waffles!
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Jacqueline
Apr 23, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the almost instant hot water and pressure. Easy parking and lovely location across the street from the beach. We chose this specific hotel for the breakfast but they were wiped out of everything by 8:30 am so we had to spend money on breakfast both mornings. That was very disappointing.
Loved the almost instant hot water and pressure. Easy parking and lovely location across the street from the beach. We chose this specific hotel for the breakfast but they were wiped out of everything by 8:30 am so we had to spend money on breakfast both mornings. That was very disappointing.
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Christina
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room was very nice. Perfect distance from Monterey. Breakfast included was good, just gets really busy.
Room was very nice. Perfect distance from Monterey. Breakfast included was good, just gets really busy.
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jeroen
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The motel went though an excellent makeover. Everything looked brand new. I stayed here many times in the last 20 year and I could tell the difference. The complimentary breakfast was better than I expected. Even with sausages, eggs and good coffee. Beach is within walking distance and restaurants only minutes away. Great place to stay.
The motel went though an excellent makeover. Everything looked brand new. I stayed here many times in the last 20 year and I could tell the difference. The complimentary breakfast was better than I expected. Even with sausages, eggs and good coffee. Beach is within walking distance and restaurants only minutes away. Great place to stay.
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Ana
Oct 21, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Various food;breakfast healthy
Various food;breakfast healthy
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Denise
Jan 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great breakfast!
Great breakfast!
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Forrest
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
For being a budget hotel, it had a functioning ice maker, vending machine, a good breakfast, and it's right across the street from the ocean for a nice morning walk.
For being a budget hotel, it had a functioning ice maker, vending machine, a good breakfast, and it's right across the street from the ocean for a nice morning walk.
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julia
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Positive things first. Location! Very helpful and kind team working the front desk. Free parking. Reasonably priced for the location. Negatives next. Says sound proofed windows, not the case at all--can hear traffic from the highway. Says free wifi, but zero in our room. The bed was incredibly uncomfortable, sagging a huge amount. I ended up moving to sleep on the very tiny lounge seat in the room because even though I hung off the end of it, it was that much more comfortable than the bed. The outside areas of the place needs a lot of cleaning up.
Positive things first. Location! Very helpful and kind team working the front desk. Free parking. Reasonably priced for the location. Negatives next. Says sound proofed windows, not the case at all--can hear traffic from the highway. Says free wifi, but zero in our room. The bed was incredibly uncomfortable, sagging a huge amount. I ended up moving to sleep on the very tiny lounge seat in the room because even though I hung off the end of it, it was that much more comfortable than the bed. The outside areas of the place needs a lot of cleaning up.
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Heather
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
The room was fine and the staff was very kind. Unfortunately the bathrooms were so small that you had to step into the shower or around the toilet to close the bathroom door.
The room was fine and the staff was very kind. Unfortunately the bathrooms were so small that you had to step into the shower or around the toilet to close the bathroom door.
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Roman
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
This place was very nice we enjoyed it
This place was very nice we enjoyed it
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Pablo
Aug 10, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Awesome room and location!
Awesome room and location!
FAQs about Best Western Marina State Beach
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 3:00 PM and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request and could incur additional charges.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities, including public areas and rooms.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The hotel is located near Marina State Beach, approximately 0.5 km away, and is within a 15-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Fisherman's Wharf. Other nearby attractions include Marina Dunes Preserve and Fort Ord Dunes State Park.
Are children allowed at the property?
Yes, children are allowed to stay at the property. There is no specified minimum age for children to stay for free.
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- 2026-09-16: 118.71930731361388USD
- 2026-09-17: 124.57358300697327USD
- 2026-09-18: 237.4262340260315USD
- 2026-09-19: 257.4644643896484USD
- 2026-09-20: 108.03803106513976USD
- 2026-09-21: 113.32297397071838USD
- 2026-09-22: 113.32297397071838USD
- 2026-09-23: 113.32297397071838USD
- 2026-09-24: 125.41038399475097USD
- 2026-09-25: 252.7412475465393USD
- 2026-09-26: 262.4647234146118USD
- 2026-09-27: 111.63443833213806USD
- 2026-09-28: 118.05034391098022USD
- 2026-09-29: 118.05034391098022USD
- 2026-09-30: 108.03803106513976USD
- 2026-10-01: 118.34002025154113USD
- 2026-10-02: 172.14557970550536USD
- 2026-10-03: 172.14557970550536USD
- 2026-10-04: 113.72658506706237USD
- 2026-10-05: 108.03803106513976USD
- 2026-10-06: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-10-07: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-10-08: 117.55786527893066USD
- 2026-10-09: 172.14557970550536USD
- 2026-10-10: 169.71009861480712USD
- 2026-10-11: 101.96096575378418USD
- 2026-10-12: 117.55786527893066USD
- 2026-10-13: 118.05034391098022USD
- 2026-10-14: 118.34002025154113USD
- 2026-10-15: 120.09956073638915USD
- 2026-10-16: 168.4977439807129USD
- 2026-10-17: 169.71009861480712USD
- 2026-10-18: 113.46909304359436USD
- 2026-10-19: 108.03803106513976USD
- 2026-10-20: 108.03803106513976USD
- 2026-10-21: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-10-22: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-10-23: 174.1947965309143USD
- 2026-10-24: 174.1947965309143USD
- 2026-10-25: 115.48612555191039USD
- 2026-10-26: 122.36336590583801USD
- 2026-10-27: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-10-28: 117.55786527893066USD
- 2026-10-29: 121.32266096290589USD
- 2026-10-30: 174.1947965309143USD
- 2026-10-31: 174.1947965309143USD
- 2026-11-01: 109.53563789840697USD
- 2026-11-02: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-11-03: 122.36336590583801USD
- 2026-11-04: 118.05034391098022USD
- 2026-11-05: 122.36336590583801USD
- 2026-11-06: 169.90322200408934USD
- 2026-11-07: 168.4977439807129USD
- 2026-11-08: 112.24638626838684USD
- 2026-11-09: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-11-10: 122.36336590583801USD
- 2026-11-11: 117.55786527893066USD
- 2026-11-12: 118.07180012237549USD
- 2026-11-13: 171.86145540008545USD
- 2026-11-14: 174.03171533493042USD
- 2026-11-15: 111.63443833213806USD
- 2026-11-16: 122.36336590583801USD
An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
- This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
- The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
- For details on Best Western's privacy policy, visit https://www.bestwestern.com/privacy.
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