Monterey Hostel – Enjoy the coast with us!

Explore the Coast
with us!

Monterey Hostel offers clean, safe, and eco-friendlier overnight lodging where travelers can connect and share resources to reduce their impact on the planet, all while exploring the natural beauty of the Central Coast. We are a nonprofit lodging provider committed to making Monterey Bay more accessible. We offer private and communal lodging to school groups, families, and adventure travelers.

the coolest place to stay in monterey

Check out our newly renovated rooms

Rooms & Comfort

Newly renovated
Ensuite Bathrooms
Linens, towels, & soaps provided
In-room mini-fridge, fan, white-noise machine, iron, & hairdryer
ADA-friendly room options
Quiet hours for restful sleep

Community Spaces

Large shared kitchen & dining
Vibrant & cozy lounge areas
BBQ grill
Firepit w/Smore's Nights
Shared workspace
Lockers & luggage storage
Free weekly events
Friendly staff with local tips
Bike, surf, & scuba storage

Features

Amazing location by Cannery Row & the Monterey Bay Aquarium
Free high-speed wifi
Keyless entry (24/7 access)
Self check-in available
Free local coffee + tea
On-site parking (in & out)

Our Impact

Meet other travelers in our lounge while sipping tea and Cat & Cloud coffee, share meals in our community kitchen, or log on our free wifi to get your remote work done on our custom redwood bar.

Reserve a bed in a shared dorm to save money or book a private room to share with your friends and family. Oh, did we mention our rooms have ensuite bathrooms?

Every stay helps make the coast more accessible to students.We offer discounted lodging to school groups traveling to Monterey for educational purposes.

We are operated by HostelingOn, a 501(c)3 nonprofit on a mission to preserve and promote the hostel movement. Hostels help connect people of all ages and cultures so they can experience and learn about local communities through travel, shared adventures, and sustainable tourism.