"Gorgeous view from breakfast-we watched otters bob around in the waves while we ate."
Anna from United States
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"The views of the ocean were spectacular, and the breakfast in the gorgeous dining room was more than delicious."
Melody S from United States
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"Charming boutique hotel, directly across the street from the water!"
Passenger47607898483 from United States
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"Greta location with ocean view. Within walking distance of cannery row and Monterey wharf."
Jeffrey from United States
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"The breakfast is excellent and the view can't be beat❤️"
Maria B from United States
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Historic oceanfront bed and breakfast with an on-site vintage car museum
Amenities
Martine Inn offers guests exclusive access to its on-site vintage car museum, displaying a collection of antique MG cars. Additional on-site recreation includes a billiards room, a library with board games, and a landscaped courtyard with a koi pond. The property also provides free parking, free Wi-Fi, and indoor bike storage for guests.
Rooms
Each of the 25 guest rooms is individually themed and furnished with museum-quality antiques, such as four-poster beds and ornate wardrobes. Many rooms include wood-burning fireplaces and offer partial or full views of Monterey Bay. Rooms are named after historical figures like Edna Head and Victoriana, reflecting the inn's 1899 origins.
Location
The inn is located on Ocean Boulevard, a 3-block walk from the Monterey Bay Aquarium and a 15-minute walk to Cannery Row shops and restaurants. Lovers Point and the coastal walking trail are directly across the street, providing access to beaches and tide pools. Pebble Beach and the 17-Mile Drive are a 10-minute drive away, with Carmel town centre 15 minutes by car.
Dining
A full gourmet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 to 10:00 AM in the ocean-view dining room, with binoculars provided for spotting sea otters and seals. The menu changes daily and includes fresh-baked pastries, a hot dish such as custard French toast or corn cake with bacon, and fresh fruit. Breakfast is included in the room rate, with coffee and tea available all day in the lobby.
Entertainment
Guests can explore the on-site vintage car museum, play billiards or table tennis in the game room, or borrow board games from the library. The inn also hosts themed dinner nights and temporary art galleries, and offers guided walking tours of the historic neighborhood. A shared lounge with ocean views provides a quiet space for reading or conversation.
Highlights
Car Museum: Exclusive guest access to vintage MG car collection
Rooms: 25 individually themed rooms with museum-quality antiques
Breakfast: Gourmet daily breakfast with ocean-view dining