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A large, two-story house with a covered porch and a garden.

A sunlit room with a sofa, chairs, a table, and a potted plant.

A wooden deck with wicker chairs and a small table, overlooking a body of water and trees.

A dining table set with wine glasses, a candle, a vase of flowers, and various food items.

1. Jabberwock Inn

New Monterey, 0.3 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Nanda

£239

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A coastal landscape with rocky cliffs, clear turquoise waters, and dense green foliage.

A cozy cabin interior with a fireplace, wooden walls, a sofa, and a dining area.

A lighthouse on a grassy hill with a clear path leading to it.

A coastal beach with clear blue waters, a sandy shore, and a stone wall.

2. Andril Fireplace Cottages

2 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Rui

£197

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A hotel with multiple balconies overlooking a body of water, outdoor seating areas, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, a fireplace, and a large window overlooking a body of water.

A rooftop terrace with a pool, seating areas, and a view of the sunset over the water.

A waterfront hotel with multiple balconies, a glass bridge over water, and outdoor seating areas.

3. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey, 0.3 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Abraham

£283

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A room with a large window overlooking the sea, a wooden chair, a small round table, and a chandelier.

A bedroom with a large bed, a window seat with a view of the ocean, a fireplace, and a chair.

A dining area with a view of the sea, featuring a chandelier, wooden chairs, and a round table.

A two-story house with a covered porch, a fountain, and a view of the ocean.

4. Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

ADRIANA

£308

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A large, two-story house with a prominent turret and a wrap-around porch.

A dining area with a long table, ornate chairs, a chandelier, and a bookshelf.

A luxurious living room with a brown leather sofa, floral armchairs, and a glass coffee table.

A view from a balcony with a railing, overlooking a street with palm trees and buildings.

5. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

1.1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Michael

£158

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A two-story house with a wrap-around porch, a chimney, and a well-maintained garden.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a large chandelier, and a bar area with a mirror and wine bottles.

A living room with a sofa, armchair, ottoman, coffee table, fireplace, television, and a large mirror.

A hotel room with a fireplace, a television, a desk with a coffee maker, and a comfortable seating area with a patterned carpet.

6. Victorian Inn

Lighthouse District, 0.2 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Sandy

£151

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A multi-story hotel with balconies, a beachside location, and a view of the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a fireplace, a TV, and a dining area with a tray of breakfast.

A cozy living room with a fireplace, a round table with chairs, a large window with a view of the ocean, and a television mounted on the wall.

A spacious living room with a fireplace, two pink armchairs, a patterned sofa, and a marble coffee table.

7. Spindrift Inn

New Monterey, < 0.1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Paul

£231

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A balcony with a hot tub, seating, and a view of the sea.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple balconies, a well-maintained outdoor area with greenery, and a view of the water.

A modern living room with a round mirror, a dining table with fruit, a sofa, and a staircase with a railing.

A marina with various boats docked in calm waters, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

8. Monterey Bay Inn

New Monterey, 0.4 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Keven

£224

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A terrace with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a sunset over the ocean.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A hotel room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, a fireplace, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows with a view of the sea, and hanging pendant lights.

9. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

New Monterey, < 0.1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Twisha

£228

includes taxes & fees

17 Sept - 18 Sept

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and chairs, surrounded by trees and hanging lights.

A modern lounge area with a large fireplace, leather seating, and wooden accents.

An outdoor seating area with a wooden bench, chairs, and a central fire feature.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses on shelves.

10. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 1.1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Blanca

£222

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A garden entrance with a black door, surrounded by lush greenery and plants.

A bedroom with a wooden four-poster bed, a quilt, and a lamp. There is a chair and a sign on the wall.

A building with a covered porch, black-framed windows, and a door with a doormat.

A brick pathway leading to a gated area with lush greenery and a well-maintained lawn.

11. Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey, 1.1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Kyle

£145

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, a fireplace, and hanging plants.

A spacious outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and sofas, a central fireplace, and a view of a white building with arched windows.

A spacious living area with a sofa, armchair, and coffee table, surrounded by large windows and potted plants.

A bar area with multiple shelves of bottles, a long counter, and seating.

12. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

1 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Sahar

£311

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A beach scene with people and a dog on a leash, rocky terrain, and birds in the water.

A residential area with houses, a parking lot, and a red car.

A wooden cabin with large windows, a covered porch, and a number '208' sign.

A two-story wooden house with a balcony on the first floor and a staircase leading to the second floor.

13. Pacific Gardens Inn

2 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

simon

£91

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a covered patio area.

A reception area with a stone counter, coffee machine, and framed certificates on the wall.

A hotel room with a bed, a fireplace, a sofa, and a television.

A reception area with a stone counter, framed pictures, and a 'WELCOME' sign.

14. Stage Coach Lodge

Oak Grove, 1.9 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Nils

£95

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking the ocean, a chair, and a decorative lamp.

A room with a large arched window, a wooden chair, a small table with a lamp, and a floor lamp.

A bedroom with a large bed, ornate headboard, and a view of the sea through a window with floral curtains.

A patio area with outdoor seating, including chairs and tables, surrounded by greenery and a building in the background.

15. Martine Inn

0.5 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Stephen

£195

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A hotel with a sign reading "Best Western Plus." It features a multi-story building with balconies and a landscaped entrance.

A reception desk with two Apple iMac computers, a printer, and a potted plant.

A spacious lobby with a stone wall, seating areas, and modern lighting fixtures.

A hotel room with a bed, two chairs, a desk, a television, and a ceiling fan.

16. Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

Alta Mesa, 1.6 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Araceli

£170

includes taxes & fees

15 Sept - 16 Sept

A natural area with a wooden signpost, a wooden fence, and a bench.

A hotel room with a large bed, wooden headboard, a dining table with chairs, a bench, and a large window with curtains.

A coastal area with a sandy beach, a stone wall, and a small building near the water.

A backyard with a swimming pool, surrounded by potted plants and outdoor furniture.

17. Butterfly Grove Inn

1.8 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Eric

£117

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A rocky beach with waves crashing onto the shore. There are houses and trees in the background.

A modern fireplace with a stone surround, a wooden cabinet to the left, and a chair to the right.

A garden patio with a round table and two benches, surrounded by various plants and trees.

A sign for the Inn Suites with a clear view of the building and surrounding landscaped garden.

18. Deer Haven Inn

1.9 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Misty

£102

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a wooden ceiling, a large bed, a desk with a telephone, a chair, a fireplace, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a stone facade, a large window, and a sign indicating an office.

A modern living room with a white sofa, a chair, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a wooden ceiling.

19. Munras Inn

Monterey Vista, 1.7 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Y Vijay

£113

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

A covered outdoor seating area with wooden planters, tables, and chairs.

A reception desk with framed pictures, a clock, and a plant.

A motel with a two-story structure, a neon sign, and a clear entrance.

A hotel with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a sign reading "The Stevenson Monterey."

20. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey, 1.5 mi from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Humberto

£86

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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Jabberwock Inn	9.8 Exceptional 144 reviews	View
Andril Fireplace Cottages	9.8 Exceptional 709 reviews	View
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa	9.6 Exceptional 1,674 reviews	View
Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property	9.6 Exceptional 572 reviews	View
The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn	9.6 Exceptional 194 reviews	View

Top Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Great Inn to stay!"

Lovers Point Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Sean is amazing . Had a cable but no cube to charge it . He helped me out without with me having to go out and getting a cube after a long day on the bay . Thank you so much Sean . You are awesome. See you soon for another fun stay soon ."

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Location, location, LOCATION! Rooms are nice and clean. Hotel is big and updated. Valet and front desk are very helpful. Location is central to everything on Cannary Row."

Victorian Inn

8/10 Good

"The stay was fine. The furniture could use updating."

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful place. Amazing views! Very comfortable bed. On-site restaurants delicious. We were very impressed and pleased with everything 🙂."

The Monterey Hotel

8/10 Good

"No A/C was disappointing."

Monterey Bay Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay with ocean views available."

Martine Inn

10/10 Excellent

"The view was fantastic. The breakfast was elegant again with a gorgeous view. The rooms and furnishings were lovely. The staff was helpful and welcoming."

Cannery Row Inn

8/10 Good

"Everything was not great but still ok."

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A coastal promenade with shops, a palm tree, and a flag.

Steinbeck Plaza

8.4/10 (7 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Monterey with a trip to Steinbeck Plaza. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

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A pier extending into calm waters with a seafood restaurant named "Fish Hopper" on the side.

McAbee Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at McAbee Beach during your trip to Monterey?

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A wooden pier extending into calm waters with a small boat in the distance and a cloudy sky.

Pacific Biological Laboratories

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pacific Biological Laboratories during your travels in Monterey. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants.

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A circular glass structure with a blue center and a patterned exterior.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

9.2/10 (5,928 reviews)

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

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A coastal pier with restaurants and a palm tree.

Cannery Row

9.0/10 (8,046 reviews)

Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.

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A tropical beach with clear blue water, palm tree foliage, and rocky outcrops.

San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

9.6/10 (14 reviews)

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater during your travels in Monterey? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops.

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American Tin Cannery

8.4/10 (140 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at American Tin Cannery during your stay in Pacific Grove. Amble around the area's seaside or seek out the golf courses.

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Aeneas Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Aeneas Beach during your trip to Monterey?

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum?

Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum is located in a family-friendly area of Monterey known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 95 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay close to Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum?

Adjacent to Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum, Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this resort offers a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Other good options within a short distance include InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG and Spindrift Inn.

How many hotels will I find near Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum?

Expedia has 95 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum.

What can I see and do near Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum?

You'll want to browse the collections at Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History, Pacific Biological Laboratories and Presidio of Monterey Museum. Golden State Theatre, Point Pinos Lighthouse and Perry House are well-known local landmarks worth a visit. You can watch performances at Sunset Center, Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater and California's First Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

How can I get to Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum?

If you're taking a train to the area, Monterey Station is the closest stop to New Monterey. There might not be many public transport choices near to Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum hotels

1. Jabberwock Inn

2. Andril Fireplace Cottages

3. Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4. Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

5. The Charles Pacific Grove - Artfully Designed Inclusive Inn

6. Victorian Inn

7. Spindrift Inn

8. Monterey Bay Inn

9. InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

10. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

11. Merritt House Hotel

12. Kimpton Mirador Pacific Grove Monterey by IHG

13. Pacific Gardens Inn

14. Stage Coach Lodge

15. Martine Inn

16. Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

17. Butterfly Grove Inn

18. Deer Haven Inn

19. Munras Inn

20. The Stevenson Monterey

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Top Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

Lovers Point Inn

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

Victorian Inn

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

The Monterey Hotel

Monterey Bay Inn

Martine Inn

Cannery Row Inn

Other attractions near Steinbeck's Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum

Steinbeck Plaza

McAbee Beach

Pacific Biological Laboratories

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Cannery Row

San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater

American Tin Cannery

Aeneas Beach

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