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 breakfast and the helpful staff
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
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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
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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
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Monarch Cove Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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The staff were friendly and welcoming. The grounds are nicely maintained and clean. We were here during some pretty severe weather and did not get a chance to “hangout” on the deck.
The room was clean and comfortable, I appreciated the coffee maker and refrigerator in the room.
Seth
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Norm
21 Feb 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff was very friendly. Toiletries need improving. Bath soap was very small to handle. continental bkf food served cold and very skimpy with the jam, etc. pastry seamed stale and again served cold.
grout in shower needs cleaning. Overall the inn needs upgrading to keep up with the price being charged.
The staff (Katrina) was very professional and responsive to our requests , love the nature walk around the property
Malina
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Stacey
17 Feb 2026
Stacey
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
10/10 Excellent
Derek
17 Feb 2026
We made a l
Derek
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
6/10 Okay
Tom
14 Feb 2026
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Staff are fabulous. No complaints at all from me. A three day stay with the same exact continental breakfast brought to us was a bit much. They need to have a better selection. The room was old and not very accommodating. It had a great view of the ocean though. It was windy, cold and rainy. We had to stuff paper into the bottom of the windows to keep the cold draft out. I wouldn’t select the Monarch room again. Not sure others are any better.
Everything about monarch cove is just magical... the views, the rooms, the grounds, the staff, the butterflies and hummingbirds ... just beautiful. I've stayed at monarch several times and it is the only place i want to stay.
Shirley
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
8/10 Good
Sandra, Redwood City
30 Jan 2026
We had a dog so were given the
Sandra
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
10/10 Excellent
james
Business traveller
29 Jan 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
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
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
8/10 Good
Richard
18 Jan 2026
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.
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.
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.
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!
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.
We had a great stay. Thank you all at Monarch Cove Inn✨
Mike
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
6/10 Okay
Eleanor
28 Dec 2025
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.
Eleanor
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
8/10 Good
Shauna
23 Dec 2025
Staff was good, learned alot about monarch butterflies.