Seven Gables Inn on Monterey Bay, A Kirkwood Collection Property

Beautiful room & grounds in a perfect location! Many walkable sights. Kind & courteous staff. Thank you for a memorable stay!

Fantastic Inn with great breakfasts and perfect location!

Beautiful reception and dining areas. It's so nice and quiet. Only noise were the seagulls but thankfully, they stopped once it got dark. No problems with noise from our neighboring rooms in the Main House. Was great being able to walk to Lover's Point and Cannery Row, and nearby restaurants!

Beautiful stay in a dream location

Beautiful Property, But Disappointing Hospitality The location and setting of Seven Gables Inn are undeniably stunning—serene ocean views, peaceful surroundings, and a beautifully maintained Victorian-style property that feels like a step back in time. The charm of the building and attention to historical detail are truly impressive. However, our experience with the staff left a lot to be desired. Over the course of our three-day stay, every interaction with the front desk was cold and unwelcoming. None of the receptionists greeted us with a smile or made any effort to be friendly or accommodating. It was especially disheartening considering the high price point and the fact that this is a hospitality business. A particularly upsetting incident occurred when I cut my foot on a sharp edge of a Victorian side table in the lobby. It was bleeding quite a bit, and when I asked for help, the receptionist simply told me they didn’t have any band-aids—offering no concern or assistance. Upon checkout, we were asked to drop our keys without even a simple thank-you or goodbye. For a boutique inn that markets itself on charm and service, this level of disengagement was disappointing. While we were aware there wouldn’t be daily housekeeping, the lack of warmth or effort from the staff throughout our stay made the experience feel impersonal and uninviting. Unfortunately, I’d rate the service experience below a 1.

Beautiful old house with amazing views of the ocean and bay! Unfortunately our room had a bad musty smell and even with airing, every time we entered the room it hit us. No bellman so my husband had already carried our bags up the stairs.The pretty bed hangings looked so faded. Our shower needed grout to cover the black moldy areas. Don’t expect to feel pampered as no room cleaning/refreshing service. If you want more filtered water, take your bottle downstairs to be refilled. Ask for anything you need at the desk. Coffee (other than self service bag coffee) was only available in the dining room from 8 am til 10 am with breakfast. Starbucks is close by if you can’t wait. From 4 to 6 pm wine and bar cookies were served in the living rooms where the view was beautiful. Just before I left on my third morning they texted accusing me of having a dog in room because a maid had heard a dog. No dogs allowed except service dogs. No television to have on and I was sitting quietly in my room, so they should have checked more before accusing me of having a dog. The breakfast staff were great and very helpful. The food selection was large and the food was very good. The breakfast and breakfast room views did not disappoint! The garden areas were small but very pretty!

Beautiful bed and breakfast in a lovely area. Very convenient location, close to Monterey and Carmel. My only suggestion would be to add meat to the breakfast options.

The property offers exceptional coastal views from every room, complemented by impeccable housekeeping standards and superior bedding comfort. Guests can enjoy complimentary wine service featuring both red and white selections daily from 4:00 to 6:00 PM. While the establishment has character befitting its age, all amenities and facilities operate flawlessly, ensuring a seamless guest experience. -BCB

So beautiful and relaxing! We stayed at the Carriage Room which had a wonderful view!

I love how close this hotel is to the ocean. The Victorian House theme is unique.