Economy Inn Seaside
US$97
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for Economy Inn Seaside
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US$97
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Economy Inn Seaside average US$80 in the cheapest month (April) and US$250 in the most expensive month (August), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
|---|---|
| January | US$85 |
| February | US$169 |
| March | US$82 |
| April | US$80 |
| May | US$147 |
| June | US$163 |
| July | US$174 |
| August | US$250 |
| September | US$221 |
| October | US$136 |
| November | US$97 |
| December | US$124 |
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Most expensive: August (~US$250)
Cheapest: April (~US$80)
About this property
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Amenities
Make use of convenient amenities, which include complimentary wireless internet access and a vending machine.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk and a vending machine. Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include desks, as well as phones with free local calls.
Location
When you stay at Economy Inn Monterey in Seaside, you'll be near the airport, a 2-minute drive from Monterey Bay and 8 minutes from Monterey Bay Aquarium. This motel is 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Fisherman's Wharf and 3.8 mi (6.1 km) from Cannery Row.
What's nearby
North Fremont Street(0.2 Miles)
Monterey State Beach(0.9 Miles)
Monterey County Fairgrounds(1 Miles)
Monterey Bay(1.1 Miles)
Del Monte Beach(1.4 Miles)
Monterey Pines Golf Course(1.4 Miles)
Naval Postgraduate School(1.8 Miles)
Fort Ord Dunes State Park(2.2 Miles)
Lake El Estero(2.2 Miles)
Del Monte Golf Course(2.2 Miles)
Monterey Peninsula College(2.2 Miles)
San Carlos Cemetery(2.4 Miles)
Monterey Symphony(2.4 Miles)
Dennis the Menace Playground(2.7 Miles)
San Carlos Cathedral(2.7 Miles)
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)(1.4 Miles)
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal)(18.3 Miles)
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal)(26.5 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Non-smoking rooms
Vending machines
Free parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Location
1131 Fremont Boulevard, Seaside, California, United States of America
North Fremont Street (0.2 Miles)
Monterey State Beach (0.9 Miles)
Monterey County Fairgrounds (1 Miles)
Monterey Bay (1.1 Miles)
Del Monte Beach (1.4 Miles)
Monterey Pines Golf Course (1.4 Miles)
Room options
2
Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
3
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningWi-Fi (Free)Separate Bathtub and Shower
Guest reviews of Economy Inn Seaside
5
Based on 397 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
8%
Couple
33%
Family
29%
Group
21%
Solo
7%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of Economy Inn Seaside describe a budget motel with mixed experiences, where many guests report dirty rooms, worn and poorly maintained interiors, and nighttime noise, while a smaller number highlight friendly staff, security, and convenient access to Monterey.
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Reviews of Economy Inn Seaside describe a budget motel with mixed experiences, where many guests report dirty rooms, worn and poorly maintained interiors, and nighttime noise, while a smaller number highlight friendly staff, security, and convenient access to Monterey.
Recurring cleanliness problems include stained bedding, lingering smoke odors, mold, and housekeeping lapses such as missing towels or basic supplies. Frequent reports of broken fixtures, faulty locks, and malfunctioning showers or electricity affect comfort. Several guests also felt unsafe because of the surrounding area. Expect a very basic stay where price and access may outweigh comfort.
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Facilities
On-site security is noted, and parking is described as tight or awkward. Amenities appear limited.
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Victoria
13 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
This hotel was absolutely unacceptable. It was so bad we left even though they refused to refund. Walls were damaged, there was holes in the sheets, and the tv did not work. It was bot cery clean. I wish I haf taken pictures to post. It should be removed due to poor quality. I had stayed here years ago without concern. Just a place for the night. It’s so bad they had a security guard on site at tiny motel.
This hotel was absolutely unacceptable. It was so bad we left even though they refused to refund. Walls were damaged, there was holes in the sheets, and the tv did not work. It was bot cery clean. I wish I haf taken pictures to post. It should be removed due to poor quality. I had stayed here years ago without concern. Just a place for the night. It’s so bad they had a security guard on site at tiny motel.
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Nicholas
28 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
The stay was enjoyable. Easy access coming & going. The staff was quiet friendly. All be the parking was a little tight. The stay was a plus
The stay was enjoyable. Easy access coming & going. The staff was quiet friendly. All be the parking was a little tight. The stay was a plus
2
Robert
7 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
2
Bobbi
13 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
I guess you get what you pay for. This motel is actually inhabited by some longer term guests. The guy in the next room went back and forth between making phone calls and watching TV, both at max volume until 4am. We had to walk to Walgreens for earplugs. Everything is dirty or stained, from floor to ceiling including the linens and towels. Those are the things that were important to me (a quiet place to sleep and a clean atmosphere). As for the things less important, but equally as terrible- TV color all yellow, no cups in the room, no ice machine. Woke up to a fire truck and ambulance at 5am. Glad they were there to help someone struggling, hope he’s okay. Needless to say, if you have more than $150/night to spend, do it!
I guess you get what you pay for. This motel is actually inhabited by some longer term guests. The guy in the next room went back and forth between making phone calls and watching TV, both at max volume until 4am. We had to walk to Walgreens for earplugs. Everything is dirty or stained, from floor to ceiling including the linens and towels. Those are the things that were important to me (a quiet place to sleep and a clean atmosphere). As for the things less important, but equally as terrible- TV color all yellow, no cups in the room, no ice machine. Woke up to a fire truck and ambulance at 5am. Glad they were there to help someone struggling, hope he’s okay. Needless to say, if you have more than $150/night to spend, do it!
2
Shirley
12 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
2
Nina
9 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
felt generally unsafe, worried for my vehicle, and woke up at midnight to people carrying mattresses out of surrounding rooms and yelling
felt generally unsafe, worried for my vehicle, and woke up at midnight to people carrying mattresses out of surrounding rooms and yelling
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John
7 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
2
Lisa
25 May 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
This place is horrible. I have taken pictures to document the state of the room. Neighborhood is sketch, there are no locks on the windows, inadequate window coverings, Filthy walls bedcovers. There are missing outlet plates, there was one dirty towel. There are homeless people hanging out under the stairwell. If it wasn’t so late I would be looking for another place to stay. And I will be looking to get my money back.
This place is horrible. I have taken pictures to document the state of the room. Neighborhood is sketch, there are no locks on the windows, inadequate window coverings, Filthy walls bedcovers. There are missing outlet plates, there was one dirty towel. There are homeless people hanging out under the stairwell. If it wasn’t so late I would be looking for another place to stay. And I will be looking to get my money back.
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Cleanliness
Cleanliness is a recurring problem: multiple reviews cite stained or unwashed linens, smoke odors, mold, and dirty floors or bathrooms. Several guests also reported missing or insufficient towels and poor housekeeping follow-through.
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John
14 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This property is horrible the housekeeping is horrible there was blood all on the wall sheets look like they haven't been changed from the bed the office management would not give us towels and was very rude to us
This property is horrible the housekeeping is horrible there was blood all on the wall sheets look like they haven't been changed from the bed the office management would not give us towels and was very rude to us
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Mandy
11 Sept 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
There was mold in the room and the bedding was filthy .
There was mold in the room and the bedding was filthy .
2
Robert
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
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crystal
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
When I walked in it immediately smelled like dirt and mildew, there was water damage along the base board of the wall. There were stickers on the head board, stuff smeared on the walls and dirt on top of the air conditioning unit. I tried to get my money back- I left after 10 minutes of being in the room.
When I walked in it immediately smelled like dirt and mildew, there was water damage along the base board of the wall. There were stickers on the head board, stuff smeared on the walls and dirt on top of the air conditioning unit. I tried to get my money back- I left after 10 minutes of being in the room.
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Bobbi
13 Apr 2025
·
Stayed 1 night
I guess you get what you pay for. This motel is actually inhabited by some longer term guests. The guy in the next room went back and forth between making phone calls and watching TV, both at max volume until 4am. We had to walk to Walgreens for earplugs. Everything is dirty or stained, from floor to ceiling including the linens and towels. Those are the things that were important to me (a quiet place to sleep and a clean atmosphere). As for the things less important, but equally as terrible- TV color all yellow, no cups in the room, no ice machine. Woke up to a fire truck and ambulance at 5am. Glad they were there to help someone struggling, hope he’s okay. Needless to say, if you have more than $150/night to spend, do it!
I guess you get what you pay for. This motel is actually inhabited by some longer term guests. The guy in the next room went back and forth between making phone calls and watching TV, both at max volume until 4am. We had to walk to Walgreens for earplugs. Everything is dirty or stained, from floor to ceiling including the linens and towels. Those are the things that were important to me (a quiet place to sleep and a clean atmosphere). As for the things less important, but equally as terrible- TV color all yellow, no cups in the room, no ice machine. Woke up to a fire truck and ambulance at 5am. Glad they were there to help someone struggling, hope he’s okay. Needless to say, if you have more than $150/night to spend, do it!
2
Sara
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
I dont recommend it. Not even if its for a 5 minute quickie. The room are nothing compated to the pictures they have posted online. Matress was dirty. It was just horrible i had to cancele and go somewhere else
I dont recommend it. Not even if its for a 5 minute quickie. The room are nothing compated to the pictures they have posted online. Matress was dirty. It was just horrible i had to cancele and go somewhere else
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Rob
23 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
I’m surprised that Expedia is listing this as one of the properties. I’ve been to third world country’s with better and cleaner accomodations. Room smelled like smoke, the bedspread had cigarette burn holes in them. The sheets looked like they haven’t been washed, wires sticking out of the walls and paint is peeling of the rooms. We checked in then checked out. It ruined our weekend stay.
I’m surprised that Expedia is listing this as one of the properties. I’ve been to third world country’s with better and cleaner accomodations. Room smelled like smoke, the bedspread had cigarette burn holes in them. The sheets looked like they haven’t been washed, wires sticking out of the walls and paint is peeling of the rooms. We checked in then checked out. It ruined our weekend stay.
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Ray
26 May 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room was dirty and beds were unsanitary. Floors was sticky. Bathroom floor was cracked and dirty. Furniture was beat up. Window curtains were wrong size and too small to cover the whole window. Stay away.
The room was dirty and beds were unsanitary. Floors was sticky. Bathroom floor was cracked and dirty. Furniture was beat up. Window curtains were wrong size and too small to cover the whole window. Stay away.
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Cory
16 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Floors were sticky. Hair, gravel and stains on and in the sheets. Asked the manager to change the sheets while we were out during the first day, and he only changed one of the beds. There wasnt even a lamp shade on the bedside lamp. Just a dirty and gross experience. Would not recommend to anyone
Floors were sticky. Hair, gravel and stains on and in the sheets. Asked the manager to change the sheets while we were out during the first day, and he only changed one of the beds. There wasnt even a lamp shade on the bedside lamp. Just a dirty and gross experience. Would not recommend to anyone
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Jeffrey
21 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Filthiest hotel room of all time. I made the mistake of removing the bedspread from the bedding. Big mistake. It took 15 minutes to figure out how to take a warm shower. I had freezing cold and boiling hot figured out in 30 seconds. This room should have rented for 6 bucks a night.
Filthiest hotel room of all time. I made the mistake of removing the bedspread from the bedding. Big mistake. It took 15 minutes to figure out how to take a warm shower. I had freezing cold and boiling hot figured out in 30 seconds. This room should have rented for 6 bucks a night.
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Rooms
Rooms are dated and in poor repair, with frequent reports of broken fixtures, peeling paint, nonworking TVs, faulty locks, or water and electricity issues. Noise from other guests was mentioned in several stays.
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Erich
9 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
The Establishment did not meet even the lowest of expectations especially for a single female Traveler. I felt very uncomfortable and ended up not staying. There was lots of deferred maintenance and I just did not feel comfortable staying. Before booking this hotel I would check in and see if they have cleaned things up.
The Establishment did not meet even the lowest of expectations especially for a single female Traveler. I felt very uncomfortable and ended up not staying. There was lots of deferred maintenance and I just did not feel comfortable staying. Before booking this hotel I would check in and see if they have cleaned things up.
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Gloria
6 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very poor condition tv didn’t work / plugged sink / multiple areas with holes. I would NOT stay here again.
Very poor condition tv didn’t work / plugged sink / multiple areas with holes. I would NOT stay here again.
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Douglas
30 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It’s a room, little else.
It’s a room, little else.
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Lawrence
21 Aug 2022
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Stayed 1 night
Tv didn’t work. No light in the main room, only in the bathroom. No soap No shower curtain Noise until 4 in the morning Not clean
Tv didn’t work. No light in the main room, only in the bathroom. No soap No shower curtain Noise until 4 in the morning Not clean
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Glen
26 Sept 2023
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Stayed 1 night
The paint was peeling off the walls. The electrical outlet in the bathroom didn't work. There were no towels in the room after I checked in, so I had to go and find someone and ask for them. The office was locked and no one was available to check me in when I arrived.
The paint was peeling off the walls. The electrical outlet in the bathroom didn't work. There were no towels in the room after I checked in, so I had to go and find someone and ask for them. The office was locked and no one was available to check me in when I arrived.
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Shirley
12 Nov 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
2
Paul
30 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very old and almost nothing worked.
Very old and almost nothing worked.
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John
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
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Robert
4 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Holes in the walls. 32 inch tv. Floor were filthy. Had to throw away my socks. Room key got turned off at midnight. I couldn't get in . Had to go to office.a/c was leaking water.shower knob was broken.
Holes in the walls. 32 inch tv. Floor were filthy. Had to throw away my socks. Room key got turned off at midnight. I couldn't get in . Had to go to office.a/c was leaking water.shower knob was broken.
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Angel
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was fairly normal, receptions asked me three times for my name and after not “finding” me I gave him my ID card then he “found” me. He kept saying another name thinking I was that person. Paint was coming off the walls, pillows were so flat you needed to use both just to feel like you had a pillow. Towels were barely large enough to cover yourself. Having nextflix was nice. Someone came knocking on our door just before 10 to ask if we were checking out that day. Check out was at 11 and we booked just one night. I don’t know if I would stay there again but they need to invest in their basics and update their rooms.
Check in was fairly normal, receptions asked me three times for my name and after not “finding” me I gave him my ID card then he “found” me. He kept saying another name thinking I was that person. Paint was coming off the walls, pillows were so flat you needed to use both just to feel like you had a pillow. Towels were barely large enough to cover yourself. Having nextflix was nice. Someone came knocking on our door just before 10 to ask if we were checking out that day. Check out was at 11 and we booked just one night. I don’t know if I would stay there again but they need to invest in their basics and update their rooms.
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Service
Staff feedback is mixed: several guests found the front desk friendly and helpful, but others reported rude interactions, check-in confusion, early knock-for-checkout, and difficulty obtaining refunds.
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John
14 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This property is horrible the housekeeping is horrible there was blood all on the wall sheets look like they haven't been changed from the bed the office management would not give us towels and was very rude to us
This property is horrible the housekeeping is horrible there was blood all on the wall sheets look like they haven't been changed from the bed the office management would not give us towels and was very rude to us
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ZW
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
VERY Disappointed. The TWO rooms were rather smelly and suck. Did not get sleep at all. I want to get my money back.
VERY Disappointed. The TWO rooms were rather smelly and suck. Did not get sleep at all. I want to get my money back.
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Nicholas
28 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was enjoyable. Easy access coming & going. The staff was quiet friendly. All be the parking was a little tight. The stay was a plus
The stay was enjoyable. Easy access coming & going. The staff was quiet friendly. All be the parking was a little tight. The stay was a plus
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Jennifer
8 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The staff was super nice but the room was in very poor condition and smelled like cigarette smoke
The staff was super nice but the room was in very poor condition and smelled like cigarette smoke
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Shirley
12 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
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Christina
6 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Make sure when you come here you bring your own pillows. This is what you get when you find the cheapest hotel on the booking site don’t expect the embassy. But it’s a family run operation and the staff is super friendly. They makeup for any of the room issues.
Make sure when you come here you bring your own pillows. This is what you get when you find the cheapest hotel on the booking site don’t expect the embassy. But it’s a family run operation and the staff is super friendly. They makeup for any of the room issues.
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John
7 Sept 2025
·
Stayed 3 nights
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
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Vina
25 Sept 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
The worst hotel I've ever seen! I don’t know why Expedia even offers this hotel. The room wasn't cleaned when I checked in. When I finally got the room the room was disgusting. I've stayed in better hotels in Mexico. There were cigarette burns on the sheets. The locks on the door were broken ! There wasn't a smoke detector. The room was still dirty. There were holes and patches everywhere. There were boot marks on the door. The room smelled liked cigarettes. The manager would not give us a refund. DO NOT STAY HERE !!!!!!
The worst hotel I've ever seen! I don’t know why Expedia even offers this hotel. The room wasn't cleaned when I checked in. When I finally got the room the room was disgusting. I've stayed in better hotels in Mexico. There were cigarette burns on the sheets. The locks on the door were broken ! There wasn't a smoke detector. The room was still dirty. There were holes and patches everywhere. There were boot marks on the door. The room smelled liked cigarettes. The manager would not give us a refund. DO NOT STAY HERE !!!!!!
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Cynthia
2 Apr 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Nice front desk very helpful no noise clean restful
Nice front desk very helpful no noise clean restful
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Angel
1 Sept 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was fairly normal, receptions asked me three times for my name and after not “finding” me I gave him my ID card then he “found” me. He kept saying another name thinking I was that person. Paint was coming off the walls, pillows were so flat you needed to use both just to feel like you had a pillow. Towels were barely large enough to cover yourself. Having nextflix was nice. Someone came knocking on our door just before 10 to ask if we were checking out that day. Check out was at 11 and we booked just one night. I don’t know if I would stay there again but they need to invest in their basics and update their rooms.
Check in was fairly normal, receptions asked me three times for my name and after not “finding” me I gave him my ID card then he “found” me. He kept saying another name thinking I was that person. Paint was coming off the walls, pillows were so flat you needed to use both just to feel like you had a pillow. Towels were barely large enough to cover yourself. Having nextflix was nice. Someone came knocking on our door just before 10 to ask if we were checking out that day. Check out was at 11 and we booked just one night. I don’t know if I would stay there again but they need to invest in their basics and update their rooms.
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Location
The location is convenient for Monterey and area events. However, multiple reviews describe the surrounding area as sketchy and raised safety concerns.
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ROBERT
16 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Convenience to the area.
Convenience to the area.
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Nicholas
28 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The stay was enjoyable. Easy access coming & going. The staff was quiet friendly. All be the parking was a little tight. The stay was a plus
The stay was enjoyable. Easy access coming & going. The staff was quiet friendly. All be the parking was a little tight. The stay was a plus
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Robert
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
Dirty/filthy, in disrepair, unrelated businesses run out of hotel rooms, terrible parking spaces, no room service, no amenities, one light bulb in room, bed a firm spring hot point mattress, faucets malfunction, mold and dirt in bathroom, microwave so small can't pop a bag of popcorn, marginal area of town,
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Alexis
14 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This is a $60-$75/night property. I paid $250 for one night because of the location, some event going on, and holiday weekend which was ridiculous. I almost said screw the money I am not sleeping here. Will never be back. Would rather spend the ridiculous $600 a night at the Marriott.
This is a $60-$75/night property. I paid $250 for one night because of the location, some event going on, and holiday weekend which was ridiculous. I almost said screw the money I am not sleeping here. Will never be back. Would rather spend the ridiculous $600 a night at the Marriott.
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Shirley
12 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
I was really disappointed in this stay. When we arrived, there was a security officer outside who seemed to later be dealing with some commotion with one of the people staying in the property. When we got to our unit, the light in the bathroom didn't work, the bed looked like it was picked up as a free item from the streets and felt like it was going to fall apart, there was no warm water from the sink (we decided we didn't want to take showers here), there was only 1 towel even though we were a party of 2, and it felt pretty unsafe. It was very noisy and throughout the night there were people walking/running up and down and someone who started yelling at 2am while 1-2 people chased him. I would not have stayed here if I was a solo female traveler- would feel very unsafe. The posted signs about the rules in the room made it seem like this was a recuperation facility (alc/drugs?). I have never stayed in a worst place. I stayed here for a race in Monterey the next day, but barely slept. Really disappointing.
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Diane
20 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Horrible place. We had to leave abd find another place to stay. It was dirty, smelly and very unsafe. I will never book with Expedia again if that is the kind of place they use on there site.
Horrible place. We had to leave abd find another place to stay. It was dirty, smelly and very unsafe. I will never book with Expedia again if that is the kind of place they use on there site.
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Nina
9 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
felt generally unsafe, worried for my vehicle, and woke up at midnight to people carrying mattresses out of surrounding rooms and yelling
felt generally unsafe, worried for my vehicle, and woke up at midnight to people carrying mattresses out of surrounding rooms and yelling
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John
7 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
It all depends on context. I visited this property during Monterey Car Week when even the Motel 6 is a $600 a night investment. The motel has a very convenient location and the staff was great with 24 hour per day on site security ensuring that the place was as safe as possible. With all that said, the rooms are outdated and a bit worn, though relatively clean. During MCW, I have stayed at places running the entire gamut from $1800 a night to motels like this. Overall, I think the value was great and I would recommend this during those high leverage occasions when the budget doesn't permit spending several thousands of dollars for what is a bed for a few hours a night. As long as your eyes are open and expectations realistic, it wasn't a horrible experience.
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Lisa
25 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
This place is horrible. I have taken pictures to document the state of the room. Neighborhood is sketch, there are no locks on the windows, inadequate window coverings, Filthy walls bedcovers. There are missing outlet plates, there was one dirty towel. There are homeless people hanging out under the stairwell. If it wasn’t so late I would be looking for another place to stay. And I will be looking to get my money back.
This place is horrible. I have taken pictures to document the state of the room. Neighborhood is sketch, there are no locks on the windows, inadequate window coverings, Filthy walls bedcovers. There are missing outlet plates, there was one dirty towel. There are homeless people hanging out under the stairwell. If it wasn’t so late I would be looking for another place to stay. And I will be looking to get my money back.
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Dining
Not enough information in reviews.
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Christian
2 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Food for me
Food for me
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Mitch
4 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff,and good value near Monterey
Friendly staff,and good value near Monterey
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Ruth
5 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
I’ve stayed at quite a few low budget hotels, but this one was pretty bad. Towels were super thin, I quotient want to use them on my dogs. Floor was grimy. Literally had to use the towel on the floor to walk across to the bed. The beds were awful. Bouncy and when my husband laid down in the middle, I felt like I kept sliding towards him because the mattress sloped towards the middle. If the manager/owner wasn’t so nice I would have turned around and booked somewhere else.
I’ve stayed at quite a few low budget hotels, but this one was pretty bad. Towels were super thin, I quotient want to use them on my dogs. Floor was grimy. Literally had to use the towel on the floor to walk across to the bed. The beds were awful. Bouncy and when my husband laid down in the middle, I felt like I kept sliding towards him because the mattress sloped towards the middle. If the manager/owner wasn’t so nice I would have turned around and booked somewhere else.
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Jeffrey
14 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Gross!!!!???!!
Gross!!!!???!!
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Marie
6 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
ALL THE PREVIOUS REVIEWS SAID IT ALL. BUT I WILL SAY THIS ROOM 211 REMINDS ME OF THE MOVIE, COMING TO AMERICA WHEN EDDIE MURPHY ASKING HE WANTS TO RENT THE WORST ROOM. MY ADVICE DO NOT STAY HERE EVEN IF IT'S THE LAST VACANT HOTEL.
ALL THE PREVIOUS REVIEWS SAID IT ALL. BUT I WILL SAY THIS ROOM 211 REMINDS ME OF THE MOVIE, COMING TO AMERICA WHEN EDDIE MURPHY ASKING HE WANTS TO RENT THE WORST ROOM. MY ADVICE DO NOT STAY HERE EVEN IF IT'S THE LAST VACANT HOTEL.
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Catrina
29 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent service from staff!
Excellent service from staff!
FAQs about Economy Inn Seaside
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
Where is the property located in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located near the airport, within a 10-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. It is 0.2 miles from North Fremont Street and 1.4 miles from Monterey State Beach.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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- 2026-11-13: 395.80085003814696USD
- 2026-11-14: 399.45623860168456USD
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An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. 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
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Cashless transactions are available
- Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
- Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
- Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
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