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Martine Inn


  • Martine Inn Video: Welcome to the Martine Inn on the Monterey Peninsula. View otters and seals off the Pacific Grove Coastline from this 1890's Mediterranean-style mansion - a celebrated Monterey Bay ocean view bed and breakfast boutique hotel.

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    Inn Details

    Just steps from the sparkling blue waters of Monterey Bay, only a couple of blocks from bustling Cannery Row lies a 24 room villa that Bon Appetit considers “one of the best B&B’s in historic homes” and Conde Nast Traveler call a “spectacular place for a romantic getaway”. Welcome to the Martine Inn, built in 1890 as a lavish private residence. Today it’s a meticulously renovated resort where every fixture and furnishing is an authentic Victorian-era antique and each room, many with fireplaces, claw foot tub, and/or views of the waves crashing against the rocks has it’s own unique décor. Morning brings breakfast on silver, crystal and lace, while evening presents wine and hot hors d’oeuvres, antipasto and fruit. Wi-Fi is available throughout and a computer with high-speed connection is in the library. Bathrobes, fresh roses, phone, clock radio, hair dryer and refrigerator adorn each room. All this immediately adjacent to 17 miles of coastal hiking and biking trails and only 3 blocks to the spectacular Monterey Bay Aquarium.


    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeepers Description:

    Don is a former Management Consultant. He is a collector of antiques, vintage cars, art, silver, clocks, etc. He is a former Pacific Grove Councilperson, Pacific Grove Citizen of the Year, founding President of California Bed and Breakfast Assoc. He is a vintage MG race car driver and has won at most of the leading race tracks in the US.

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    • Spanish



    Features

    Type:

    • Other

    Property Noted For:

    • 5 min Walk to the Monterey Bay Aquarium

    • Antique Clocks

    • Early California Landscape Art

    • Gardens

    • MG Auto Collection

    • Seal, Otter and Whale Sitings

    • Antiques/decor

    • Business travel

    • Excellent views

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Honeymoons

    • Nature

    • Peaceful getaway

    • Romantic escape

    • Weddings


    Amenities

    Guest Room:

    • Alarm clock

    • Amenities Basket

    • Bath robes

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fireplace

    • Fridge

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    • Turndown Service

    • Wi-Fi

    On Site:

    • Board games

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • DVD Player

    • Fax Machine

    • Library

    • Piano

    • TV

    • VCR

    • Wedding Facilities

    Other Amenities:

    • Vintage MG Auto display

    • Library with 1000 books

    • Game Room with pool table

    • Gardens and patios

    • Real Woodburning Fireplaces

    • Fresh flowers

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  • Suite

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $339/$399

    Parke

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $339/$399

    Eastlake

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $339/$399

    Maries

    Suite maximum capacity: 3

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $339/$399

    Victoriana

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $339/$399

    Edith Head

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$279

    Empire

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$279

    Art Deco

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$279

    Malarin

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$279

    Cottage

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$279

    Brass

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 King

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $199/$279

    Early American

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$219

    Captains

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$219

    Garden

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Double

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$219

    Carriage

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$219

    Rolled Oak

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$219

    Mahogany

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $159/$219

    McClatchy

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Fountain

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Pineapple

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    California

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Monterey

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Jenny Lind

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Bathtub

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Walnut

    Suite maximum capacity: 2

    • Beds

      1 Queen

    • Bathroom

      Private Bath

      Shower

    • Nightly Rate

      (high/low season) $139/$209

    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check in: After 3:00 PM    Check out: 12:00 PM

    • Deposit amount required: Full payment at time of reservation.

    • Cancellations: 72 hours with a $20 service charge.

    • Open all year round: Y


    General Policies

    • Smoking allowed: No

    • Guest pets allowed: No

    • Drinking allowed: Yes

    • Drinking description: Wine and Beer Availabel

    • Drinks available: Y

    • Children allowed: 3rd person charge or Family Suite

    • Suitable for children: Yes

    • Childcare provided: No

  • Breakfast

    • Type: Full

    • Time Served: 8:00 to 10:00 AM

    • Serving location: The parlor overlooking the bay, Breakfast/dining area


    Complimentary Perks

    • Fruit


    Signature Dish

    Monterey Eggs


    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian


    Additional food services

    • Evening wine and hors d'oeuvres

    • Free bottled water, sodas, cider.

    • Free cookies

    • Free fresh fruit


    Recipes

    Appetizer-Snack

    Crab Cheese Ball
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 15 minutes

  • Location Type

    • Monterey Bay Aquarium

    • Monterey Bay Marine Sanctuary

    • Oceanside

    • Small town

    • Wine country


    City

    • Carmel

    • Distance to city: 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take Highway 1 South. Take the Highway 68 West Pebble Beach/Pacific Grove - exit 399A. Turn right at the stoplight. This will become Forest Ave. Continue 2-3 miles in the right lane until you reach the water at Ocean View Blvd. Turn right on Ocean View Blvd. Continue 1/2 mile. Turn right into the Martine Inn parking lot and park on the lawn under the trellis. Welcome.


    Airport

    • Monterey, CA (MRY-Monterey Peninsula) 10 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Exit the airport on Airport Road. Turn right on Highway 68. Continue to Highway 1 South. Continue to Highway 68 West Pebble Beach/Pacific Grove - exit 399A. Turn right at the stoplight. This will become Forest Ave. Continue 2-3 miles in the right lane until you reach the water at Ocean View Blvd. Turn right on Ocean View Blvd. Continue 1/2 mile. Turn into the Martine Inn parking lot and park on the lawn under the trellis. Welcome.


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Museum

    • National/State parks

    • Nature area

    • Ocean

    • Monterey Bay Aquarium

    • Cannery Row

    • Fishermans Wharf

    • 17 Mile Drive,

    • Pt. Pinos Lighthouse

    • Montery Bay Marine Sanctuary

    • Outlet Stores

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Religious Services

    • Vineyard

    • Winery

    • Bicycle rental

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • Bird watching

    • Boating

    • Fishing

    • Golfing

    • Hiking trails

    • Hunting

    • Kayaking

    • Skating

    • Whale Watching

    • Ballooning

    • Hand Gliding

    • Sailing

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Swimming pool

    • Tennis courts

    • Water sports

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    Write a review

    Pleasant Surprise

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    This was my first experience staying in a "bed & breakfast" and I was pleasantly suprised. I would strongly recommend Martine Inn to anyone looking to stay in the Monterey area. The room was lovely, the food was some of the best and the staff was exceptional. In fact, I am looking forward to visiting again!


    Fantastic

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Almost never stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    I was there for my first wedding anniversary last weekend and I couldn’t have asked for more. The place has simply a romantic vibe to it, great place to go and just stop and enjoy the essential things in life, the beauty of the surroundings and the company of the one you love… Thanks to the Martine Inn and its staff for a great weekend and ever lasting memories!!!


    Romantic & Peaceful

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • Frequently stays at B&Bs

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    My hubby and I just returned from our 10-year anniversary trip where our first stop was here at the Martine Inn. I could hardly wait to come online and write a boastful review for them because our experience was so good. We stayed in the Parke Suite which overlooked the bay. We had an amazing view from our room and left the windows open even at night just to have the coastal breeze. We kept our fireplace lit which gave the room an even more romantic feeling. The service was friendly, quick to respond/meet needs, and made us feel like we were family. There is an amazing reading/sitting room that takes you back in time with the historic furnishings and old family photos hanging on the wall. The dining room is spacious but feels so quaint with the fireplace going and the large windows that give a perfect, unobscured view of the bay for everyone no matter where you sit to eat. There is a beautiful courtyard garden where you can sit to enjoy a good book in a lounge chair, while smelling the fragrant garden mixed with the ocean air, and listening to the soothing waterfall fountain. The food is amazing, too. We were searved coffee, juice (not from concentrate), water, crepes with ricotta and peach and served with sliced almonds on top, and a homemade blueberry muffin that was moist and delicious. The use of antique silver servingware and impeccable servers makes the meal all the more lavish but comfortable. Even down to the point of checking out, this place goes above and beyond by sending you off with a gift back with books, maps, souveniers, and a slice of homemade fresh baked banana bread for the road. We can't wait to go back!


    A Special Inn

    About the reviewer

    • Between 45-55 years old

    • Stays at B&Bs twice a year

    • Typically stays in premium lodging

    • Was travelling on vacation


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    We were fortunate enough to visit the Inn in June and were pleasantly transported back in time. Our room had the most beautiful view and the location was perfect for a stroll along the water. Numerous restaurants were only a few minutes walk away and the staff recommendations were spot on. Given the opportunity I would stay there again without a doubt!


    Great B&B

    About the reviewer

    • Between 26-35 years old

    • First time staying at a B&B

    • Typically stays in moderate lodging

    • Was travelling for a weekend getaway


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    The Martine Inn was a wonderful getaway. It was my first time staying in a bed and breakfast and was greatly pleased. The staff were very accomodating, and the owner upgraded our room with an ocean view for our anniversary! Enjoyed the antique furniture and clawfoot tub. Had a wonderful experience and would stay there again!


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