Fantastic new hotel in a great area close to Monterey. Got 2 studio rooms - both spacious, clean, and nicely furnished. Appreciated the sofabed, the kitchen with cups & plates, etc., and the plentiful power outlets. Hot breakfast buffet was excellent. Small store area in lobby had useful items. Hotel is across the street from a large shopping center with places like Target, Ross, Starbucks, and various chain dining options. Very convenient to Hwy 1 down to Monterey; also right by CSU - Monterey Bay campus. Would definitely stay here again. (Definitely beats staying in Salinas.)
Some minor negatives:
* No fan in bathrooms;
* The parking lot is sort of shared with a hotel next door;
* The smart TV (without channel #s for stations) was hard for my elderly relatives to figure out.
Overall, terrific place to stay near Monterey.