Monarch Cove Inn

Property class: 3.5

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Business services
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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620 El Salto Drive, Capitola, CA, 95010
  • Place, New Brighton State Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Capitola Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪61 min drive‬

Room options

Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Carriage House (Pets Allowed)

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

Holiday House (Pets Allowed)

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

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About this property

Monarch Cove Inn

A meeting room, a garden and free breakfast are available at this bed & breakfast. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided.
Monarch Cove Inn offers 11 accommodations with complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

The free breakfast at Monarch Cove Inn gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Potbelly Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a meeting room.
  • Free continental breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a meeting room, a lift and a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the location
  • 10 minutes by car from Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk and 12 minutes from Monterey Bay
  • Dogs welcome for a fee (restrictions apply)
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Monarch Cove Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and a lift. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Victorian Capitola bed & breakfast.

Guests are served a free continental breakfast daily.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1895
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

An adult aged 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 20 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 20 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 20 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9 AM - 6 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. An adult age 18 or older must assume all liability for the booking.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

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

Monarch Cove Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 730 out of 982 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 184 out of 982 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 46 out of 982 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 982 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 982 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was close to downtown Capitola but a bit too far to walk comfortably. Incredible views from the property. The staff was very nice and attentive and we loved the monarchs. The room was nice and private but in need of some minor repairs, especially with the windows. Twice we come in and one of the windows was wide open. The heating was via an electric fireplace and with time this provided plenty of heat. The continental breakfast was much better than expected (or experienced at other hotels). We really enjoyed our stay and would return.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Sacramento

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

ajeet

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ajeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Thank you all at Monarch Cove Inn✨
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness
Staff was very kind about room changes and accommodating about breakfast preferences. One of the bedside lamps had a broken switch. Checkout was dismissive.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Shauna

Staff was good, learned alot about monarch butterflies.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Everything where nice, clean. The views are great, and the butterfly lady was the nicest part of this stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice. Beautiful natural grounds. Monarch friendly!
Sunrise!
Sunset!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff,beauty of room, scenic grounds
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Claudia

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dennis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Do not be confused when you go to the office. It is a beautiful place with a great view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Jerome

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was not expectable for a comfortable stay. I think we were put in the wrong room. Would not see the ocean. We booked this room 6 month in advance and they said we would the see the ocean from the deck. No deck no ocean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Latoya

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was great. Easy check in and helpful staff. The room is dated. The couch is in bad condition. I have been coming here for 10 years and it's the same couch. Very dingy. The view would be much more enjoyable if the large windows were cleaned. The room is in desperate need of a overhaul. Would be nice to update some furnishings and TV. The bed in the main room is very hard and could use a new mattress.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

BARBARA

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
This is a historic inn overlooking the ocean. Views are awesome. Rooms cozy and comfortable. Breakfast was delivered promptly.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Amazing view and friendly staff. Continental breakfast delivered was a plus. Room was spacious with a full kitchen. We stayed in the Rose Garden Suite.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, relaxing place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
The history of this place, the layout of the place, the quietness and the suite decor.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Historic place and interesting story. Beautiful surroundings with ocean right there. Very peaceful. Delightful to receive warm bagels, hot coffee, fruit, pastries, oj, delivered at pre-ordered time.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast had nice variety but the pastries were a bit hard. Bagel and fruit were good. We're not coffee drinkers but did make tea with the coffee machine (wasnt sure how it worked but figured it out). Room was clean, pretty, quiet and very private we could hear ppl walking above us but it wasn't too bad. Staff was great. Katrina gave us a little lesson on monarchs when we were checking in. She was kind to wait for our late arrival (accident on freeway). Cleaning staff were sweet and respectful of privacy. A nice getaway and would definitely come back, if opportunity arises Thank you!!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Morris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best Ever

Breakfast in bed. Perfect
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

kathryne

Disliked: Staff & service, room comfort
The property is in desperate need of a facelift. Don’t understand how the reviews were so high
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025