Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Monterey, California

Star rating

View of Monterey Bay
Indoor pool
2-room Suite with 2 Doubles
Lobby
Silver Tide Lounge
2-room King Suite
Silver Tide Lounge
Hot Buffet Breakfast
2-room Premium Bay View Suite
2-room Premium Bay View Suite
Hotel exterior
2-Room Premium King Suite
Suite bathroom
Pool
Fitness centre
Lobby
Reception
Silver Tide Coffee & Trading
View of Monterey Bay
Indoor pool
2-room Suite with 2 Doubles
Lobby
Silver Tide Lounge
2-room King Suite
Silver Tide Lounge
Hot Buffet Breakfast
2-room Premium Bay View Suite
2-room Premium Bay View Suite
Hotel exterior
2-Room Premium King Suite
Suite bathroom
Pool
Fitness centre
Lobby
Reception
Silver Tide Coffee & Trading

The hotel

Designed entirely around spacious two-room suites, the Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside makes it easy to spread out and settle in. Days start on a high note with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet and made-to-order omelette station, a real plus before heading out to explore the coast. 

The hotel sits just a couple of blocks from the beach and around two miles north of Downtown Monterey, putting highlights like the Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row and the Steinbeck Museum within easy reach. Venture a little further afield and you’ll find scenic hiking trails, Carmel Valley wineries and relaxing spas, all around a 20-minute drive away. Back at the hotel, the nightly two-hour evening reception with complimentary drinks and snacks is a standout perk, ideal for easing into the evening. Stay in the light-filled atrium and follow it up with dinner at Silver Tide Bar & Grill, serving relaxed Californian cuisine with local flavour.

Amenities

  • Families
  • Bar
  • Fitness Centre/Gym
  • Games Room
  • Internet Access
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Safety Deposit Box
  • Swimming Pool
  • Close to Beach

Where is it

At Canyon del Rey, Seaside, part of Monterey Bay and just two blocks from the beach. A multitude of bars and restaurants are close by and it's a 10-minute drive to Monterey Wharf and Aquarium.

Hotel information

225 rooms in 1 building. All with air-conditioning, living/dining room with pull-out sleeper sofa and separate bedroom, 2 HDTVs with pay-per-view films, tea/coffee-making facilities, fridge, microwave, safe, iron and ironing board, bathroom amenities, and hairdryer.

2-Room Suites have a separate living room, and bedroom with either 1 king-size bed or 2 double beds, sleeping maximum 6 people. These can be booked with a variety of views.

Complimentary hot buffet breakfast. Complimentary nightly evening drinks reception. Silver Tide Bar & Grill (casual restaurant, open for lunch and dinner). Silver Tide Coffee & Trading (serving Starbucks coffee, hot and cold beverages, and quick snacks). Silver Tide Lounge (open for drinks as well as lunch and dinner). 

Indoor swimming pool. 24-hour fitness centre.

WiFi access. Room service*. Self-parking $20 plus tax per day (payable locally, fee subject to change). 

This hotel has a resort fee of $20 plus tax per room, per day (payable locally, subject to change).

Resort fee includes:- Premium guest internet access - $15 daily food and beverage credit for use in all hotel outlets - Beach equipment rental including towels, chairs and toys. Resort fee and inclusions are subject to change and availability. Please check with the hotel for the most up-to-date information.

*Denotes local charge.

Rating summary

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Traveller rating

  • Excellent (850)
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Image of the Tripadvisor rating Not up to the (disappearing) Hilton standard

Jun 3, 2026 Jacki R

Two stars for the very friendly service---with some misses at the front desk. This hotel is situated in a seemingly commercial zone, across from dealerships, a Home Depot, and wandering pedestrians...so a $15/night "resort fee" is outrageous. The hotel management must know it is ridiculous and tried to make it better with $15 hotel spend credit… Read more
Two stars for the very friendly service---with some misses at the front desk. This hotel is situated in a seemingly commercial zone, across from dealerships, a Home Depot, and wandering pedestrians...so a $15/night "resort fee" is outrageous. The hotel management must know it is ridiculous and tried to make it better with $15 hotel spend credit per night but, hotel cheesecake is $16... Our room felt old, needed a refresh...pool area has no hot tub and smaller indoor pool for the size of the hotel; we elected against allowing our children to swim based on the overall condition of the hotel. Gym was nicely maintained with a peloton. Laundry machine stuck on hot despite being set to cold wash and destroyed a bunch of clothing. Based on location alone, would never return. We stayed predominantly at Hilton properties this trip and with little exception: these ES need refresh, show their age, and do not warrant brand loyalty. Again: staff at evening reception, during breakfast: all very pleasant so this review is not a reflection on them. Read less
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great location, clean and safe location

Apr 16, 2026 canadian_investor Burlington, Canada

Loved staying here. Rooms were clean and modern, service fast and friendly and ideally located in a safe area near the highway, not far from beaches and local sites.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Wonderful trip to Monterey

Apr 9, 2026 Terri T

Very friendly and professional hotel. The breakfast buffet was great. It is close to all the sites in Montetey I would gladly stay again.
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Great spot for tourists

Apr 1, 2026 Katie S

Good location for tourists Easy and free parking Easy to get to/from places Hotel rooms really big which we appreciated and had a good night sleep. Top floor so quiet .
Image of the Tripadvisor rating Nightmare road noise all night long

Mar 29, 2026 kathleensD9745FJ

Worst road noise I’ve ever experienced in a hotel. Don’t stay here. Got NO sleep. Awful. I would give it a zero if I could.