Monarch Cove Inn

3.5 star property

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Traditional home with a well-manicured lawn and patio area, surrounded by lush greenery and mature trees.
Relax in a beautifully appointed bedroom with a four-poster canopy bed and elegant furnishings.
Enjoy a tranquil retreat with a bay window view of the tropical landscape and a spacious seating area.
Stroll through the serene garden, lined with lush trees and a well-manicured hedge, to the building's modern entrance.
Relax in this serene room with a large bed, a view of the water, and elegant decor.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
  • Business services

Explore the area

Map
620 El Salto Drive, Capitola, CA, 95010
  • Capitola Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Capitola Wharf
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • San Jose, CA (SJC-Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Room options

Sunny Gables Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Ocean Mist Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 700 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Carriage House (Pets Allowed)

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

Rose Garden Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 400 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Holiday House (Pets Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Ocean View Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Butterfly Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Hideaway Suite (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Monarch Grove Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Victorian Room (Pets Not Allowed)

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

Lilac Room (Pets Not Allowed)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Monarch Cove Inn

3.5-star Capitola B&B close to Capitola Beach
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 bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Guests can make use of the in-room refrigerators and microwaves.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and hair dryers can be requested.

Guests can enjoy a complimentary breakfast each morning. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This Victorian bed & breakfast also offers a terrace, a garden, and an elevator. Complimentary self parking is available on site.

Monarch Cove Inn has designated areas for smoking.

Guests are offered a complimentary continental breakfast each morning.

Languages

English, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • 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 available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

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

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 20 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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

Property is also known as

Monarch Cove Inn Capitola
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Monarch Cove
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. 647 out of 866 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 162 out of 866 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 866 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 866 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 866 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is in a great location and is very walkable. The hotel is older but clean nonetheless. If youre looking for a nice room without all the fuss then this is a great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tiffany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Wonderful Stay in Capitola

Perfect place to stay. Beautiful property. Nice walk to the village (about 1/2 a mile). Room was older but we didn't mind. Bed was super comfy and continental breakfast delivered to room is a nice perk. Excellent customer service. Would defintely stay there again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Great service nice room very unique
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

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

10/10 Excellent

Chistopher

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A Charming Stay at Monarch Cove Inn My girlfriend and I had the pleasure of staying in the Rose Garden Room at the Monarch Cove Inn, and it was nothing short of magical. The room itself was incredibly clean, spacious, and cozy—with its own kitchen and living space, it truly felt like a home away from home. We immediately felt comfortable and at ease. The property is like something out of a storybook—an old-style house nestled among beautiful gardens, blooming flowers, and towering trees, all with a breathtaking view of the ocean. It’s the kind of place that invites you to slow down and enjoy every little detail. Katrina greeted us when we arrived and gave us a lovely introduction to the property. She was so kind and welcoming, making us feel like old friends rather than guests. We also had the pleasure of meeting the owner, Bob, who was equally warm and friendly. It’s clear that everyone here genuinely cares about making your stay special. Breakfast was just perfect—adorably presented and delicious. It was the perfect start to our mornings, enjoyed with a view that we’ll never forget. We couldn’t have asked for a more peaceful and charming getaway. Monarch Cove Inn is a hidden gem, and we’re already looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maribel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The office manager was so sweet! She walked me over to my room while talking about the grounds and pointing out the nearby trail and multiple seating areas overlooking the ocean. To top off the experience, her adorable 4-year old pup led the way! This was the most welcome, charming check-in I’ve ever had. Thank you!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

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

Hidden Gem

The company offered a delicious breakfast! The grounds were beautiful, and we hiked and spent time outdoors. I wish we had gone during the fall to see the Monarch Butterflies. The staff was super friendly. We would stay there again. We stayed in the mansion with a view of the ocean. We walked to Capitola and back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Priscilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our Ocean Mist room was awesome. We did have to lug our baggage up a flight of stairs. Breakfast is continental so don't think you are getting the regular bed and breakfast type meal. But the views from the room and it's spaciousness were so worth staying here.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Really nice French pastries and friendly service. Front office staff was very sweet. The carpet needs replacing and the insulation wasn’t very good so there was a cool draft. No security on site and place didn’t feel very secure, although general area is safe and pretty affluent
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful spot in a great quiet area!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Britt

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a great quiet property with an amazing view. We'd stay here again! The bed was very comfortable, and staff was very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

CANDACE

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My husband and I had a wonderful stay at the Monarch Cove Inn! The room was cozy, clean, and comfortable! We even had our own private patio! The grounds are beautiful (probably even more so when it’s not cloudy and raining!). It is close to downtown Capitola, just a 1/2mile walk or so. They also have such friendly and welcoming staff! Katrina was so sweet and accommodating, it was like staying with family! Also, we have never been served breakfast in our room before! That was so cool. Fresh fruit, coffee, juice, and pastries from a local bakery!! It was delicious. We would recommend this bed and breakfast to anyone looking to get away for a perfect weekend (or longer!)
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the Monarch Cove inn and have stayed here when we visit Santa Cruz for several years. We were sad to learn Summer had left her position at the Monarch Cove inn. She will be missed. Her replacement Katrina was very welcoming and provided us with great customer service upon our arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025