The Victorian Inn is what I think of as an upscale motel atmosphere. Its cleanliness, efficiency, etc. is excellent. What makes it a bit different is the friendly, helpful attitude of its staff. They have a nice wine and cheese tasting every afternoon and now and then you meet someone there who is outgoing enough so that you can enjoy their company. The place is several blocks from the famous aquarium and cannery row and about 1/2 mile from fisherman's wharf. Bike and kayak rentals are not too far away. I highly recommend the whale watching trip from fisherman's wharf. Grey whale migration takes place in January/February and I'm looking forward to trying it for the second time next week.

Excellent location as within walking distance to the aquarium and downtown. No need for a car.
the staff is very friendly and goes to great length to help one. We have been staying here for over 10 years and always enjoy our . The fireplaces in the rooms are a nice touch for the winter rainy days.

We frequently visit Monterey and have stayed at various places. This was definitely one of our favorites. It is close to walk everywhere. The hotel was quiet, the fireplace delightful. We will stay here again.

The fine location on fairly quiet street half-way between Aquarium and Wharf (10 minute pleasant walk to wide variety of restaurants – ask desk clerk for recommendation that includes free appetizer) helped justify a room price of over $200 a night. The back room we specifically reserved was occupied, so a comparable room on the street was provided and the accommodating desk staff volunteered to move our luggage on 2nd day. The room was not as noisy as we feared, so we stayed there. This premier double room offered a high ceiling, plenty of room, lovely fireplace, bright lighting, 2 sinks, refrigerator, honor bar, huge flat screen TV, great sitting area in bay window with a table big enough for 2 laptops. Free slow Internet was offered with $4 upgrade for faster service. Despite TA reviews indicating we might not find seating at more than adequate breakfast, we had no problem.

The shower did need water pressure, a dresser with drawers that didn’t pull off when pulled out (as it was, dresser was non-functional), plus signage as the layout is odd thus finding one’s way, frustrating. I’d certainly stay there again.