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Jabberwock Inn

Jabberwock Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Just a beautiful bnb! Suzanne and Rick really put their all into providing an excellent experience. The breakfasts are elegant as well."
United States
Kurt
The price is S$362
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Jabberwock Inn
Beach nearby

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 star property
New Monterey, 2 km from Lake El Estero
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,446 reviews)
"We loved the ambience of the hotel, close walkable streets with plenty of dining options."
United States
Deborah
The price is S$461
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Spanish cuisine

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
3.5 star property
Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,734 reviews)
"Nice room, friendly staff, great location. Just as advertised. "
United States
Jonathan
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Front of property

Old Monterey Inn

Old Monterey Inn
4.0 star property
Monterey Vista, 1.6 km from Lake El Estero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (52 reviews)
"The perfect, quiet getaway "
United States
Beatriz
Old Monterey Inn
Lobby

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4.0 star property
Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,984 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Michael
The price is S$269
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Rooftop terrace

Monterey Bay Inn

Monterey Bay Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey, 1.8 km from Lake El Estero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,037 reviews)
"great room, beautiful view"
United States
Lyle
The price is S$1,004
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
Monterey Bay Inn
Outdoor pool

Stage Coach Lodge

Stage Coach Lodge
2.5 star property
Oak Grove, 0.7 km from Lake El Estero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, easy check in"
United States
Floyd
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stage Coach Lodge
Front of property

Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego
3.5 star property
Alta Mesa, 0.8 km from Lake El Estero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,028 reviews)
"I enjoyed my stay at the hotel. "
United States
Santiago
Hotel Abrego
Exterior

Spindrift Inn

Spindrift Inn
3.5 star property
New Monterey, 2.3 km from Lake El Estero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"Great staff, clean room, close to shops and restaurants. The wine time with cheese and crackers was great too."
United States
Cecilia
The price is S$481
includes taxes & fees
6 Mar - 7 Mar
Spindrift Inn
Courtyard

Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel
2.0 star property
Old Monterey, 1.1 km from Lake El Estero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice, room was great, staff very pleasant."
United States
Thomas
The price is S$266
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Merritt House Hotel
Lobby

Pacific Inn

Pacific Inn
2.5 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll, 2.6 km from Lake El Estero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,587 reviews)
"Room was clean, perfect for overnight stay. "
United States
Joaquina
Pacific Inn
Exterior

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
4.5 star property
New Monterey, 2.5 km from Lake El Estero
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,109 reviews)
"Great staff, great location "
United States
Robert
The price is S$377
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
Property entrance

The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey, 0.9 km from Lake El Estero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Room was decent, bed are good and over all clean, nice area."
United States
Sahir
The Stevenson Monterey
Front of property – evening/night

Wave Street Inn

Wave Street Inn
2.5 star property
Lighthouse District, 2.2 km from Lake El Estero
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
canyon
The price is S$208
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Wave Street Inn
Desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

El Castell Motel

El Castell Motel
2.0 star property
Casanova Oak Knoll, 2 km from Lake El Estero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,955 reviews)
"Great hotel"
United States
Daniel
El Castell Motel
Garden

Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge
2.5 star property
Downtown Monterey, < 0.1 km from Lake El Estero
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"It was a lovely spot, close to the coastal trail, walking distance to Fisherman's Wharf and next to a lovely lake. Pool was lovely and front desk was very helpful and accommodating."
United States
Aleksa
Monterey Bay Lodge
Garden view

Padre Oaks

Padre Oaks
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista, 1.9 km from Lake El Estero
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"This was one if the best places I have stayed in California"
United States
Ali
The price is S$96
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Padre Oaks
Exterior

Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

Best Western Plus Monterey Inn
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa, 1 km from Lake El Estero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Clean rooms, nice staff, comfortable beds. Hot tub is nice and well kept, and breakfast had a good number of options."
United States
Melanie
The price is S$196
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Best Western Plus Monterey Inn
Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

Munras Inn

Munras Inn
2.0 star property
Monterey Vista, 1.3 km from Lake El Estero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Such a nice stay"
United States
Jennifer
The price is S$229
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Munras Inn
Pillow-top beds, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn
2.5 star property
Alta Mesa, 1.4 km from Lake El Estero
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Cornelia
The price is S$155
includes taxes & fees
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Best Western Park Crest Inn
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Top Lake El Estero Hotel Reviews

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

10/10 Excellent
"Casa Munras has that old Monterey vibe plus all the amenities travelers expect. Our favorite Monterey stay."
colleen 2-night trip
Posted 21 hours ago
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Hotels near other Lake El Estero attractions

Dennis the Menace Park which includes a playground and a park as well as children

Dennis the Menace Playground

4.3/5 (543 reviews)
Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.
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Scenic Vista on California State Route 1

Monterey State Beach

4.6/5 (129 reviews)
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monterey State Beach during your trip to Sand City? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Lake El Estero?
Lake El Estero is located in Monterey. This walkable area is known for its must-see aquarium and interesting historical sites. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 70 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.
What's the best hotel to stay near Lake El Estero?
Adjacent to Lake El Estero, Hotel 1110 - Adults Only is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this B&B offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good options within a short distance include Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay and The Monterey Hotel.
How many hotels will I be able to find near Lake El Estero?
Expedia has 70 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Lake El Estero.
If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Lake El Estero, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals close to Lake El Estero.
What can I see and do near Lake El Estero?
You'll want to browse the collections at Carmel Mission Basilica, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada. Golden State Theatre, Point Pinos Lighthouse and Cooper-Molera Adobe are notable landmarks to explore if you're in the area. You can catch a show at Sunset Center, MPC Theatre Company and Bruce Ariss Wharf Theater.