The Best Hotels Closest to Lake El Estero in Monterey for 2026

Q: 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 72 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Q: 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 .

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

Expedia has 72 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Lake El Estero.

Q: 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.

Q: 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 .

Q: 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. Point Pinos Lighthouse, San Carlos Cemetery, and Golden State Theatre are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at California's First Theatre, Sunset Center, and MPC Theatre Company.

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Our top choices for Lake El Estero hotels

Jabberwock Inn

New Monterey, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero

Julie

NT$11,286 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey, 2 km from Lake El Estero

LeAnn

NT$14,413 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 16 - Jul 17

Monterey Bay Inn

New Monterey, 1.8 km from Lake El Estero

Greacy

NT$11,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 29 - Jul 30

Victorian Inn

Lighthouse District, 2.1 km from Lake El Estero

Shailey

NT$9,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Pacific Inn

Casanova Oak Knoll, 2.6 km from Lake El Estero

James

NT$4,335 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey, 2.5 km from Lake El Estero

Andres

NT$11,616 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Spindrift Inn

New Monterey, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero

Jessica

NT$12,592 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 9 - Aug 10

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero

Penny

NT$7,713 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 6 - Aug 7

Indoor pool, a heated pool, open 8:30 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

El Castell Motel

Casanova Oak Knoll, 2 km from Lake El Estero

Kristen

NT$4,042 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 3 - Aug 4

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero

Carlos

NT$10,916 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

In-room safe, desk, blackout drapes, cribs (free)

Wave Street Inn

Lighthouse District, 2.2 km from Lake El Estero

Jurgen

NT$9,187 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 20 - Jul 21

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony | Desk, iron/ironing board, cribs/infant beds, free WiFi

Munras Inn

Monterey Vista, 1.3 km from Lake El Estero

Schelly

NT$5,254 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Stage Coach Lodge

Oak Grove, 0.7 km from Lake El Estero

Roger

NT$5,917 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Lone Oak Lodge

Villa Del Monte, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero

Maria

NT$4,597 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 2 - Aug 3

Padre Oaks

Monterey Vista, 1.9 km from Lake El Estero

Shane

NT$4,743 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 16 - Jul 17

Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey, 1.1 km from Lake El Estero

Rachel

NT$10,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub | Pillowtop beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Best Western Park Crest Inn

Alta Mesa, 1.4 km from Lake El Estero

Dena

NT$5,914 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Monterey Bay Lodge

Downtown Monterey, < 0.1 km from Lake El Estero

Morgan

NT$6,799 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 16 - Jul 17

The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero

DEBORAH

NT$5,904 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 19 - Jul 20

Hotel Abrego

Alta Mesa, 0.8 km from Lake El Estero

Yesenia

NT$8,357 total

includes taxes & fees

Jul 26 - Jul 27

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Jabberwock Inn	3.5 star property	9.8 Exceptional 141 reviews	View
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa	4.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 1,610 reviews	View
Monterey Bay Inn	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,136 reviews	View
Victorian Inn	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,537 reviews	View
Pacific Inn	2.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,739 reviews	View

Top Lake El Estero Hotel Reviews

Monterey Bay Lodge

8/10 Good

"Loved the courtyard !"

Hotel Pacific

8/10 Good

"Hotel Pacific, as you may notice at times, is a budget friendly hotel, though through photos and description it sounds very grand. I stayed here many years ago and it was a wonderful stay, catering to unique and unusual amenities in the room. To bring it back to present day, some of the approach to the type of hotel stay this establishment was originally intended to be remains. Things like the fire places, the views, the style, some of the room sizes & layouts. However, they have now swayed into budget friendly, for their own selves and at times that is relayed onto the customer through the prices for the stay but not always. There is minimal staff presence in general. Ex- There is no assistance with bags upon check-in, only a cart guests can push themselves. The parking is on-site, below one of the buildings and is very tight. I checked in on my last stay at about 10pm due to travel. Upon check in I paid just voer $25 for a parking space. Reasonable. What was not reasonable was that there literally was only ONE space in the entire parking garage - and it was a handicap space. Unfortunately, I had to park in it though I am not handicap. The rooms are only as clean as they can get given no recent upgrades or renovation. The bedding is clean and semi-up to date. The bathrooms have some minor issues, are functioning but they are not perfect. As far as balconies, some technically have a balcony but not one you’d care to use. Still nice but not what is advertised."

Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

10/10 Excellent

"A fabulous hotel, a little Uber ride into Monterey Cannery Row but we got the bus which was right outside. The hotel is aimed at families but there were mixed groups and I had two lovely evenings chatting to people including a group of golfers off to Pebble Beach golf club. The pool and the fire pit was welcomed at the end of a long day and there is a little balcony area where you can sit out and not be around the pool. Our room was large for three adults. My one suggestion would be to open the bar area earlier for coffees and teas at least. I know there is a pantry but it isn’t the same. I would totally recommend this hotel and a trip to Monterey."

Stargazer Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great stay at the Stargazer Hotel! The room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our family. We stayed in the family room with three beds, which was amazing and made our stay so much more convenient. The only downside was the limited parking. Several of the covered parking spaces had furniture stored in them, which appeared to be due to room renovations, leaving fewer spots available for guests. Other than that, we really enjoyed our stay and had a wonderful time in Monterey. Thank you, Stargazer Hotel, for a great experience!"

Arbor Inn Monterey

8/10 Good

"The inn was a nice and quiet stay. Staff was friendly, helpful, and had very quick response times. Price was extremely budget friendly. We do feel, however, that you get what you pay for. The floors were fairly dirty. Didn’t seem that way at first, but after our kids ran around the hotel room a few times with bare feet, their feet were BLACK. The bath drain stopper also did not work so it made giving the kids a bath, fairly difficult. The AC unit also worked great the first night, but then started going out the second night. After some fiddling with it we got it to work and then just didn’t touch it for the rest of the time. But like I said, no real serious complaints here. All these things are easily fixable and we knew that things weren’t going be 5 stars given the price. In saying that, we would stay there again"

The Monterey Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Not enough amenities (?), only coffee on the morning. Could put a few microwaves in the downstairs, there’s a huge room there, basically not being used. Every time I went out for the day and came back to my room, the key card wouldn’t work. I had 6 of them when I left. Parking was nonexistent, street—always packed, as well as the parking structure they recommended. Other structures nearby, but"

Hotels near other Lake El Estero attractions

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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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 72 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 72 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. Point Pinos Lighthouse, San Carlos Cemetery, and Golden State Theatre are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at California's First Theatre, Sunset Center, and MPC Theatre Company.

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Our top choices for Lake El Estero hotels

Jabberwock Inn

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Bay Inn

Victorian Inn

Pacific Inn

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

Spindrift Inn

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

El Castell Motel

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Wave Street Inn

Munras Inn

Stage Coach Lodge

Lone Oak Lodge

Padre Oaks

Merritt House Hotel

Best Western Park Crest Inn

Monterey Bay Lodge

The Stevenson Monterey

Hotel Abrego

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Monterey Bay Lodge

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Dennis the Menace Playground

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