This is a good hostel, the staff was really nice and friendly. The dormroom was spacious with comfy beds. Bathroom was good, quite big and superclean! The kitchen was also really clean. Didn't like the showertokens (- too few!), the curfew and that the hostel was closed during the day (what's the point of having a hostel if it's never... more

I drove up the coast to stay here for 2 nights and explore Monterey and was pleasantly surprised. The hostel is up to the normally high standards of HI hostels on the west coast. It was full both nights but did not feel cramped and parking was plentiful. I did not have to wait for the shower, there were free... more

We just returned from a three day visit to Monterey, CA. We are a budget conscious family of four and wanted to spend our money on activities and great food instead of over-priced accommodations. We stayed at the HI- Monterey Hostel occupying their two private rooms ($59/night plus fees/ tax). The toilets and showers are shared, European style.The location is... more

We stayed here for 1 night with our 2 children. This hostel deserves a medal!. The check in guy was friendly and so helpful. We booked a family room which was spacious and close to the bathrooms (which were very clean). The hostel was nice and quiet too. The complimentary pancake breakfast was great. The location is ideal and we... more

The HI in Monterey was great for a couple of nights so that we could check out the city and surrounding area. We were going to stay in a local hotel but due to a biking rally everywhere was booked up so we tried the hostel. The people there were friendly, we were in an all girls dorm, although mixed... more

We stayed at the Monterey Hostelling International Hostel for three nights as there is so much to see and do. The price is great, the cozy and welcoming atmosphere is wonderful, we saved money by cooking our own food, very helpful staff in giving us ideas of what to see and do! We couldn't have asked for a better experience!... more