Nestled near Monterey Bay, Discovery Inn offers a charming retreat with its lush garden and free in-room WiFi. Unwind with the convenience of free self parking, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine on site. Previous guests rave about the overall value.
Monterey County Fairgrounds - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
Del Monte Beach - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
Fisherman's Wharf - 5 min drive - 5.8 km
Cannery Row - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
Monterey Bay Aquarium - 8 min drive - 7.9 km
Getting around
Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 3 min drive
Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 29 min drive
Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 30 min drive
Monterey Station - 16 min drive
Salinas Station - 32 min drive
Restaurants
In-N-Out Burger - 15 min walk
Starbucks - 4 min walk
McDonald's - 17 min walk
Wendy's - 4 min walk
Chili's Grill & Bar - 12 min walk
About this property
Discovery Inn
When you stay at Discovery Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of 17-Mile Drive and Monterey Bay. Freebies like WiFi and self parking are added perks, and guests looking to stay active can check out the nearby scuba diving. Also, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are within a short drive.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
19 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 11:30 AM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 20
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Children
No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
What to do
Beach nearby
Bicycle rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Facilities
Garden
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Room amenities
Be entertained
LED television
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Refundable deposits
A damage deposit of USD 250.00 will be collected before check-in
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Guests bringing a service dog must contact this property in advance.
Also known as
Discovery Inn Seaside
Discovery Seaside
Discovery Hotel Seaside
Discovery Inn Motel
Discovery Inn Seaside
Discovery Inn Motel Seaside
Frequently asked questions
Does Discovery Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Discovery Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Discovery Inn?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Discovery Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Discovery Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
What is there to do at Discovery Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like cycling and scuba diving. Discovery Inn also has a garden.
What's the area around Discovery Inn like?
Discovery Inn is a short 18-minute walk from Monterey County Fairgrounds and 3 minutes' walk from North Fremont Street.
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Discovery Inn Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
7.2/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
The property is close to good restaurants and has a convenient location with plenty of shopping and dining options. (4 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Jun 15, 2025
Slept well!
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 3, 2025
Good stay comfy
Jeff
Jeff, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 25, 2025
Had a Good Stay!
Melanie
Melanie, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 18, 2025
Very quiet, nice rooms. Hot water available.
Ronnie
Ronnie, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 4, 2025
Very quiet, good area,
Ronnie
Ronnie, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 22, 2025
The place was good overall.
JOSE
JOSE, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 24, 2025
They were very friendly and overall the room was clean. The only issue I had was the towles did not look clean and they were rough and the pillows were very flat. I had to go buy pillows so I could sleep comfortably. I would stay again but I hope they get better towels and pillows.
juanita
juanita, 4-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
My husband said the location was amazing, many close dining areas. He was able to walk to Burger King to pick up a rodeo burger with ease. The only thing was the bed, a little hard but other than that great and clean stay!
Yvette
Yvette, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 19, 2025
Nice room. Clean. And friendly
Kristina
Kristina, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Apr 26, 2025
Restroom needs a face lift
Picked this room because of the picture of the bed and ceiling but that restroom needs some serious update.
Verified traveler
1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 22, 2024
It's a very quiet location and easy access to stores around. Very clean environment, check in was easy as well. I love this place
Karishma
Karishma, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 19, 2024
We would come here again .
Tiny
Tiny, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 24, 2024
Clean and nice. Great if you need a place to just sleep.
Josue
Josue, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jan 6, 2025
Clean room, awesome atmosphere inside the room. BUT pillows sucked, and the water pressure in the shower was TERRIBLE. Overall great experience especially for the price for 2 nights.
Michael
Michael, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 14, 2025
Everything was great I’d stay here again only thing it kinda smelt old a bit but it’s okay we solved the problem and bought fabreeze and one of the heaters in the room didn’t work everything else 10/10 recommend if you are staying for a trip
Myra
Myra, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 30, 2024
The best option in Seaside and Monterey Area to stay. Great service , clean and comfortable rooms, the family who owns the hotel are very friendly. Highly recommended.
rigoberto
rigoberto, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 18, 2025
Clean, spacious, and walking distance to Disney
Stayed here for two nights whilst visiting Disney, and really couldn't knock it for the price.
Location was within walking distance of Disney (approximately a 15 minutes brisk walk). Car parking was spacious and free, which was one of the reasons we booked this hotel. You could even see the Disney fireworks going off towards the back of the hotel.
Whilst the hotel is located off a busy road, the rooms are far enough away from the road so that you are not disturbed by the road noise.
Check in was quick, simple and hassle-free. The receptionist even gave us an extra hour to check out slightly later than the advertised time.
Room was very spacious and also clean. Toiletries (although limited) were restocked daily with the housekeeping. Bed comfortable enough, large sink area outside of the bathroom, and a decent sized fridge. Air con worked well, but as with most motels/hotels like this, it was a little noisy. Typical of the style of air con unit they fit, but it was efficient at cooling the room.
Only minor criticism was that there was no safe in the room, but thats also not unusual either.
Definitely recommend staying here if you're visiting Disney, as it's close enough to walk there, but far enough away from all of the hustle and bustle around the parks to ensure you have a good night's sleep.
Marc
Marc, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 14, 2023
Great place at a really convenient price.
Carlos
Carlos, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 7, 2024
It was nice and spacious
Alyssa
Alyssa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 16, 2025
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Mayra
Mayra, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 4, 2023
We enjoyed our stay. The place was nice and clean.
Iskui
Iskui, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 26, 2024
Clean remodeled quiet rooms close to everything.
Very clean, well maintained, recently updated property taken well care of by management.
Michael
Michael, 7-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2024
Was able to check in early, plenty of parking. Area around property and room clean.
Rogelio
Rogelio, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 8, 2024
Awesome place to stay. They helped me with my late check in and got me right to my room. This is my new go to room in that area.
Chris
Chris, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 17, 2024
The pictures were just as in person. The main area was nice and upgraded. The restroom and sink area was dated but clean.