Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

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2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940 United States
Near Fisherman's Wharf
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
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The Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay offers a variety of amenities including a bar/lounge, parking, elevator, gym, pool, restaurant, spa, WiFi/Internet, pet friendly, laundry, non-smoking rooms, breakfast, air conditioning, 24/7 front desk, business center, spa tub, meeting rooms, and beach access.

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Highlights
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Wheelchair accessible parking
Fitness facilities
Pets allowed
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5.0
15-Oct-2025
"Great place to stay"

From the time we arrived until we departed everything was great. Friendly staff quick service .

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sun Oct 12 to Tue Oct 14 2025 at a $213.81 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - anytime

Check-Out 12:00 PM

Year of Last Renovation: 2021

Floors: 7

Rooms: 379

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 379

Suites: 8

Room Windows: Windows Do Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 25

Dist. to Food/Bars: 0.5 Mi

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 3.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: $22.

Total Taxes: 16.35%

Total Misc Fees: $0.00 USD

Cancellation: 48 Hour cancellation policy

Check-In Instructions:

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
  • Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
  • Spa hours are 9 AM-7 PM, Sunday to Thursday, and 9 AM to 9 PM on Friday and Saturday.
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • By ocean
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - anytime
  • Check Out: 12:00 PM
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Electric car charging station
  • Elevator
  • Fishing nearby
  • Fitness facilities
  • Food and water bowls
  • Full-service spa
  • Garage
  • Golfing nearby
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 72 hours
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Kayaking nearby
  • LEED
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Noise-free rooms not guaranteed
  • Number of bars/lounges - 2
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • Off-street parking
  • On bay
  • Parking height restrictions apply
  • Pets allowed
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Secured parking
  • Secured parking
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Shopping on site
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Spa services on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Terrace
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vending machine
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • WiFi (surcharge)
  • Windsurfing nearby

Green Event Features Include: Zero waste meetings & events Composting of post-consumer organic wastes Video conferencing Environmentally friendly vendor & exhibit companies suggestions Open communication regarding the use of reusable or recyclable packing & materials Earth-friendly plastic & paper goods The utilization of China, glassware & silverware, replacing the use of to-go cups Organic & sustainable menu options (including Seafood Watch® Program) Team building activities with an emphasis on environmental awareness

6:00am – 10:30am Daily

$25.00 Self Parking; $32.00 Valet Parking

Complimentary Basic Guestroom Wi-Fi

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Cashless transactions are available

Day 1

Breakfast Crema - Start your day with a scrumptious breakfast at Crema, a cozy cafe located 0.3 miles away from the hotel.
Lunch The Fish Hopper - Indulge in fresh seafood and stunning ocean views at The Fish Hopper, situated 0.4 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Montrio Bistro - Enjoy a delicious farm-to-table dining experience at Montrio Bistro, located just 0.2 miles from Portola Hotel & Spa.
Activity Monterey Bay Aquarium - Explore the wonders of the ocean at the Monterey Bay Aquarium, located just 0.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast First Awakenings - Start your day with a hearty breakfast at First Awakenings, a popular breakfast spot located 0.2 miles away from the hotel.
Lunch The Sardine Factory - Experience fine dining and seafood specialties at The Sardine Factory, situated 0.4 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Cannery Row Brewing Company - Enjoy craft beers and delicious pub fare at Cannery Row Brewing Company, located 0.3 miles from Portola Hotel & Spa.
Activity 17-Mile Drive - Take a scenic drive along the famous 17-Mile Drive, starting just 1.5 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Loulou's Griddle in the Middle - Enjoy a delicious breakfast with a waterfront view at Loulou's Griddle in the Middle, situated 0.3 miles away from the hotel.
Lunch Old Fisherman's Grotto - Savor fresh seafood and waterfront dining at Old Fisherman's Grotto, just 0.4 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Whaling Station Steakhouse - Indulge in a mouthwatering steak dinner at Whaling Station Steakhouse, located 0.5 miles from Portola Hotel & Spa.
Activity Carmel-by-the-Sea - Explore the charming town of Carmel-by-the-Sea, located just 4 miles from the hotel.

FAQs about Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - anytime based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 12:00 PM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay have?

There are 379 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes, they have 25 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

6:00am – 10:30am Daily

What parking is available at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

$25.00 Self Parking; $32.00 Valet Parking

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Basic Guestroom Wi-Fi

Is there a gym at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

Is there a pool at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool- Hours of Operation 7am-10pm

Is Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay pet friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed. Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Is there shuttle service at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay?

Monterey Airport Distance: 4 miles Drive TIme: 7 minutes San Jose International Airport Distance: 70 miles Drive time: 1 hour San Francisco International Distance: 100 miles Drive time: 2 hours

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay.

Feel free to use the Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Monterey event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Portola Room
51 x 38 x 8 • 2529 sqft.
Classroom
60
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
40
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
32
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
30
Boardroom Meeting Space
Convention
15/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
100
Theater Layout
Reception
150
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:Ground Level
Columns:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
De Anza I
39 x 84 x 13 • 3275 sqft.
Classroom
150
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
80
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
60
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
350
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
De Anza II
39 x 84 x 13 • 3275 sqft.
Classroom
150
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
80
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
60
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
18/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
350
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
De Anza III
49 x 84 x 13 • 4115 sqft.
Classroom
220
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
88
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
70
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
27/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
425
Theater Layout
Reception
400
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Bonsai Ballroom
75 x 36 x 10 • 2700 sqft.
Classroom
150
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
60
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
17/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
250
Theater Layout
Reception
300
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Bonsai I
25 x 36 x 10 • 900 sqft.
Classroom
55
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
25
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
70
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Bonsai II
25 x 36 x 10 • 900 sqft.
Classroom
55
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
25
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
70
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Bonsai III
25 x 36 x 10 • 900 sqft.
Classroom
55
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
30
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
30
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
25
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
70
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom Section
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Redwood I
25 x 28 x 8 • 700 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
26
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
22
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Redwood II
25 x 28 x 8 • 700 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
26
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
22
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Ironwood I
25 x 28 x 8 • 700 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
26
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
22
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Ironwood II
25 x 28 x 8 • 700 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
26
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
22
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Cottonwood I
25 x 30 x 8 • 750 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
26
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
22
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Cottonwood II
25 x 30 x 8 • 750 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
26
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
22
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
75
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Driftwood I
42 x 15 x 9 • 712 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
20
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
20
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:2
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Driftwood 2
23 x 30 x 8 • 460 sqft.
Classroom
32
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
15
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
15
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
30
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Driftwood 1
42 x 15 x 8 • 712 sqft.
Classroom
30
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
20
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
50
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
De Anza Ballroom
128 x 83 x 13 • 10665 sqft.
Classroom
500
Classroom Meeting Layout
Convention
59/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
1000
Theater Layout
Reception
1000
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Redwood
25 x 56 x 8 • 1400 sqft.
Classroom
70
Classroom Meeting Layout
Boardroom
46
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
80
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Ironwood
25 x 56 x 8 • 1400 sqft.
Classroom
70
Classroom Meeting Layout
Boardroom
46
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
80
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:4
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Cottonwood
25 x 60 x 8 • 1500 sqft.
Classroom
70
Classroom Meeting Layout
Boardroom
46
Boardroom Meeting Space
Theater
80
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Driftwood II
23 x 20 x 9 • 460 sqft.
Hollow Square
10
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
15
U Shape Meeting Layout
Boardroom
15
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:2
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Executive Boardroom
80 x 71 x 8 • 1175 sqft.
Boardroom
16
Boardroom Meeting Space
Room Details
Private Floor Ergonomic Chairs Separate Sitting Area Private Break room Private Bathroom
Room Type:Boardroom
Floor Level:7
Natural Light?:No
Built In Screens?Yes
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Lower Atrium
0 x 0 x 0 • 0 sqft.
Reception
250
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:Lobby
Floor Level:Ground Level
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Executive Board Room
0 x 0 x 8 • 760 sqft.
Reception
20
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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