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Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property
Victorian B&B within easy reach of Capitola Beach

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Escape to the charming Monarch Cove Inn, near Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Treat yourself to continental breakfast, explore the garden or unwind on the sun-kissed terrace with free in-room WiFi and easy self parking.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (6)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Meeting room
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Rollaway/extra beds
  • Microwave
  • Private bathroom
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $191
$217 total
includes taxes & fees
Jun 1 - Jun 2

Room options

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Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(10 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Carriage House (Pets Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Carriage House (Pets Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 93 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Holiday House (Pets Allowed) | Iron/ironing board, rollaway beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Holiday House (Pets Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

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620 El Salto Drive, Capitola, CA, 95010

What's nearby

  • Potbelly Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • New Brighton State Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Capitola Historical Museum - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Capitola Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Capitola Wharf - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 20 min drive
  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 42 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 42 min drive
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Capitola Wine Bar & Merchants - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Shadowbrook - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Gayle's Bakery & Rosticceria - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Zelda's on the Beach - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Peet's Coffee - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Monarch Cove Inn

Monarch Cove Inn puts you within a 10-minute drive of Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and Capitola Beach. Free perks include WiFi, self parking, and continental breakfast available daily. A terrace and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this Victorian bed & breakfast include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 11 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking
    • The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 6 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast each morning

What to do

  • Beach nearby

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 1895
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Fees & policies

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 20 per night

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night

Policies

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Also known as

Monarch Cove Inn Capitola
Monarch Cove Inn
Monarch Cove Capitola
Monarch Cove
Monarch Cove Hotel Capitola
Monarch Cove Inn Capitola
Monarch Cove Inn Bed & breakfast
Monarch Cove Inn Bed & breakfast Capitola

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Monarch Cove Inn?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Monarch Cove Inn?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Monarch Cove Inn?

You can check in starting at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Monarch Cove Inn and nearby?

Monarch Cove Inn has a garden.

What's the area around Monarch Cove Inn like?

Monarch Cove Inn is a short 14-minute walk from Capitola Beach and 14 minutes' walk from Capitola Wharf. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Monarch Cove Inn Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a delightful and abundant treat, often served elegantly and delivered to rooms. (75 reviews)
  • The property offers a convenient and peaceful walk to the beach with stunning views. (7 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was an amazing experience! Loved all of it!
Amy, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was beautiful! Comfortable, cozy and Romantic. Continental breakfast was delish and prepared so cute. Was there to celebrate my girlfriend’s birthday and she Loved it ! Beautiful views as well with a short walk to Capitola shopping center.
Manuel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay. Thank you all at Monarch Cove Inn✨
Mike, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Unlike many other hotels, this is place where you can get peace of mind. The old small houses contribute to this feeling. The place was clean, but I would consider changing the worn carpet.
Hakan, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay!
Henry, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very accommodating! We had our choice of a couple of rooms and picked a room with a great view of the cove and a nice outdoor patio. The manager is passionate about the property and the monarch butterflies. We got a great tour of her butterfly “nursery”. We would definitely return!
Marla, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

What
matthew, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

the staff, amenities, and rooms were absolutely charming. it was a wonderful treat staying here, and the gorgeous ocean views were an added bonus. highly recommend!
Ajeet, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay.
Diana, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We had a fantastic stay at this place. A perfect place to rejuvenate. Marvelous views of ocean, sun rise. Staff were friendly and courteous. Loved the rooms and their coziness. Can’t wait to go there again.
ajeet, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice stay
Tory, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Everything where nice, clean. The views are great, and the butterfly lady was the nicest part of this stay.
Philip, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very pet friendly escape in a cute neighborhood of Capitola. Lots of stuff walkable, and the Holiday House had a fenced in patio and small back yard that was absolutely perfect for the pups. Breakfast in bed was a nice touch too. Would recommend.
Blake, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The grounds are beautiful, with a view of the ocean. The room was large and spotless. Furthermore, the host could not have been nicer and welcoming. This was a business trip for me, and I have found a new place to stay each month.
james, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Staff was good, learned alot about monarch butterflies.
Shauna, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property. Live butterflies just hatched on the check in counter. Staff was super friendly. Continental breakfast delivered to room featuring local pastries. Wonderful experience.
James, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is the most beautiful place.
Denise, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great place
robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Room was nice. Beautiful natural grounds. Monarch friendly!
Sunrise!
Sunset!
Micheline, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This place is absolutely wonderful!
Thea, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It is a lovely place with beautiful gardens and very nice staff.
Kristen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The history of this place, the layout of the place, the quietness and the suite decor.
Tom, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a very quaint property. No modern upgrades but very comfortable and enjoyable. The staff was amazing! We were upgraded and felt so special. The property has the best views and is so close to downtown Capitola. We were able to walk there and admire a spectacular sunset. The breakfast was perfect. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a cozy older place to enjoy Capitola.
Jennifer, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting

LOVE this Inn! Beaitiful grounds, views and rooms!
Sue, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful setting and grounds. Very nice people running the show.
Tom, 1-night trip