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A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.

1. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey, 2 km from Lake El Estero

Abraham

NT$10,867

NT$12,529 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A large, two-story house with a covered porch and a garden.

A living room with a fireplace, a dining table with chairs, a sofa, and a large window with a view.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and trees.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a candle, a vase of flowers, and various food items.

2. Jabberwock Inn

New Monterey, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero

Julie

NT$9,856

NT$11,171 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

A modern living room with a round mirror, a dining table with fruit, a sofa, and a staircase with a railing.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies, a well-maintained outdoor area with greenery, and a view of the water.

3. Monterey Bay Inn

New Monterey, 1.8 km from Lake El Estero

Janice

NT$8,523

NT$9,685 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a comfortable seating area with a patterned carpet.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, coffee table, fireplace, television, and a large mirror.

4. Victorian Inn

Lighthouse District, 2.1 km from Lake El Estero

liping

NT$5,993

NT$6,825 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

An outdoor patio with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, multiple seating areas, and large windows offering views of the outdoors.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and hanging pendant lights.

A waterfront property with a wooden pier extending into the water, supported by concrete pillars.

5. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey, 2.5 km from Lake El Estero

Qianfang

NT$8,379

NT$9,697 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 17 - Sep 18

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a view of the ocean.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a round table with chairs, a large window with a view of the ocean, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a TV, and a dining area with a tray of breakfast.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two pink armchairs, a patterned sofa, and a marble coffee table.

6. Spindrift Inn

New Monterey, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero

Sylvia

NT$8,602

NT$9,951 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and a mirror.

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a garage.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a tiled backsplash, a dining table with chairs, and a small side table with a vase of flowers.

7. Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll, 2.6 km from Lake El Estero

Seth

NT$2,982

NT$3,418 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

A large indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, wooden deck, and a view of a dining area with tables and chairs.

A building with a sign reading "OFFICE" and the number "2102" on the facade.

A motel with a sign, a paved driveway, and landscaped areas with various plants.

A reception area with a NexTap kiosk, a green wall with 'El Castillo Motel' signage, two chairs, a small table, and potted plants.

8. El Castell Motel

Casanova Oak Knoll, 2 km from Lake El Estero

Kristen

NT$3,097

NT$3,547 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 15 - Sep 16

A motel with a parking lot, surrounded by a garden with purple flowers and green plants.

9. Padre Oaks

Monterey Vista, 1.9 km from Lake El Estero

Luisa Veronica

NT$2,440

NT$3,058 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

An outdoor patio area with wooden furniture, a fire pit, and a covered seating area.

A person leaning over a pool with a drink, wearing a straw hat with "Hello Sunshine" on it.

A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, armchairs, and a coffee table.

A dining area with a long table set for multiple people, surrounded by wooden chairs and a stone wall.

10. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero

Cheryl

NT$6,531

NT$7,595 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 14 - Sep 15

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.

A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

11. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero

Leslie

NT$8,383

NT$9,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A patio area with a sofa, a table, and potted plants.

A reception area with a stone counter, coffee machine, and framed certificates on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.

12. Stage Coach Lodge

Oak Grove, 0.7 km from Lake El Estero

Nils

NT$3,845

NT$4,399 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 26 - Aug 27

A garden entrance with a black door, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A brick pathway leading to a gated area with lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

A dining area with a table, chairs, a lamp, and a wall sign.

A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed, a quilt, and a lamp. There is a chair and a sign on the wall.

13. Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey, 1.1 km from Lake El Estero

Tauffyt

NT$6,993

NT$7,956 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A marina with boats docked, a pier with a flag, and a building with a sign.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.

A reception area with a wooden counter, a computer, and a view of the outside.

A bedroom with a bed, a sofa, a chair, and a table.

14. Lone Oak Lodge

Villa Del Monte, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero

Marina

NT$3,011

NT$3,450 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a chair.

A Best Western Park Crest Inn sign with a yellow building and a landscaped garden in front.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a laptop on a desk.

A kitchen area with a coffee machine, toaster, and bread display.

15. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Alta Mesa, 1.4 km from Lake El Estero

Martin

NT$4,846

NT$5,530 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

A reception area with a dark wood counter, two wall-mounted lights, and a framed painting above.

A living room with a sofa, two armchairs, a coffee table, a TV, and a window with curtains.

An outdoor seating area with wicker furniture under a large tree, surrounded by a checkered lawn and a building in the background.

A hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

16. Monterey Bay Lodge

Downtown Monterey, < 0.1 km from Lake El Estero

Galina

NT$3,416

NT$4,274 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a chair, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden ceiling.

A modern living room with a fireplace, two patterned chairs, a flat-screen TV, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

17. Munras Inn

Monterey Vista, 1.3 km from Lake El Estero

McKennah

NT$3,986

NT$4,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A sign for the Cotton Inn with a clear view of the building's exterior and a parking lot.

A modern building with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and umbrellas.

A conference room with a large table, multiple chairs, and two vases with flowers.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a ceiling fan, and a large window with a view of greenery.

18. Colton Inn

Downtown Monterey, 1.2 km from Lake El Estero

Joanne

NT$4,747

NT$5,409 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The Stevenson Monterey."

A motel with a two-story structure, a neon sign, and a clear entrance.

A hotel room with a large bed, a chair, a nightstand, and a window with curtains.

19. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero

Rudy

NT$3,986

NT$4,550 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 25 - Aug 26

A hotel entrance with a covered patio, a flower garden, and a sign that reads "Hotel Abrego."

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a modern chandelier.

A pool area with a seating area, a patterned wall, and a small garden with flowers.

A buffet area with various food options, including pastries, fruits, and breakfast items.

20. Hotel Abrego

Alta Mesa, 0.8 km from Lake El Estero

Luis

NT$4,272

NT$5,661 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 31 - Sep 1

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Compare popular hotels close to Lake El Estero

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa	9.6 Exceptional 1,668 reviews	View
Jabberwock Inn	9.8 Exceptional 143 reviews	View
Monterey Bay Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,166 reviews	View
Victorian Inn	9.4 Exceptional 1,558 reviews	View
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 1,198 reviews	View

Top Lake El Estero Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"5 star experience. Excellent service and beautiful location."

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"WOW! This was an exceptional property. The rooms were huge and classy, and genuinely it felt like staying at an upscale resort. The restaurant was incredible and right on property so it was very convenient. The fireplace in our room was a nice touch, and it was so helpful to have electric car chargers too. We loved our stay!"

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"this place was so nice i love it"

Hotel Pacific

8/10 Good

"Room was real nice but floor was not properly cleaned."

Arbor Inn Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room. No pool, but very close everything downtown. A short drive or inexpensive uber driver. Beds were comfy and shower had good water pressure. Only proteas check-in. They had someone at the desk. But wanted you to use the live chat kiosk. And was unable to hear the person talking to me. So I had the desk clerk and the video receptionist both talking to me and telling me what to do. I just say pick one."

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"This hotel charges $20 per day for parking and $35 per day resort fee. This adds a lot to your bill especially when you are not using the amenities included in the resort fee. A group of 4 of us went to the bar which doesn't open to 3 pm. We waited until it opened and the staff was not friendly nor provided much service. Exterior of the hotel looks dated."

Hotel Abrego

10/10 Excellent

"Very nice room that was spacious and very clean. Staff were very friendly and helpful. The parking lot was very difficult to get out of parking spaces."

The Stevenson Monterey

8/10 Good

"Good location The hotel is simple but it’s worth what we paid for"

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Propiedad con una vista muy bonita"

Other attractions near Lake El Estero

A steam locomotive with the number 1285, parked outdoors with trees and a fence in the background.

Dennis the Menace Playground

8.8/10 (563 reviews)

Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.

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A coastal landscape with cliffs, a beach, and the ocean.

Monterey State Beach

9.2/10 (391 reviews)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monterey State Beach during your trip to Sand City? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.

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A church with a bell tower and a cross on top.

San Carlos Cathedral

Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building.

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A quaint house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with pink flowers and lush greenery.

Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Monterey Tennis Center

Catch an event at Monterey Tennis Center during your trip to Monterey. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Monterey Sports Center

8.0/10 (1 review)

You can take time to visit Monterey Sports Center during your travels to Monterey. Check out the shops and seafood restaurants in this romantic area.

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Monterey County Youth Museum

Enjoy a trip to Monterey County Youth Museum and popular activities like golfing in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Stevenson House

You can learn about the history of Monterey with a trip to Stevenson House. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake El Estero?

Lake El Estero is located in Monterey. This walkable area is known for its must-see aquarium and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 71 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Lake El Estero?

Adjacent to Lake El Estero, Monterey Bay Lodge is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data. Other good options within a short distance include Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay and Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Lake El Estero?

Expedia has 71 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake El Estero.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake El Estero, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Lake El Estero.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Lake El Estero?

For more information about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Lake El Estero, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Lake El Estero?

You'll want to browse the collections at Carmel Mission Basilica, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, and Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada. Golden State Theatre, Point Pinos Lighthouse, and Perry House are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Sunset Center, MPC Theatre Company, and Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater.

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Our top choices for Lake El Estero hotels

1. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

2. Jabberwock Inn

3. Monterey Bay Inn

4. Victorian Inn

5. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

6. Spindrift Inn

7. Pacific Inn

8. El Castell Motel

9. Padre Oaks

10. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

11. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

12. Stage Coach Lodge

13. Merritt House Hotel

14. Lone Oak Lodge

15. Best Western Park Crest Inn

16. Monterey Bay Lodge

17. Munras Inn

18. Colton Inn

19. The Stevenson Monterey

20. Hotel Abrego

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Top Lake El Estero Hotel Reviews

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

The Monterey Hotel

Hotel Pacific

Arbor Inn Monterey

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hotel Abrego

The Stevenson Monterey

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Other attractions near Lake El Estero

Dennis the Menace Playground

Monterey State Beach

San Carlos Cathedral

Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada

Monterey Tennis Center

Monterey Sports Center

Monterey County Youth Museum

Stevenson House

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