The room had a direct ocean view with a nice patio where we spent quite a bit of time. It was very well-appointed and clean. Also, the bottle of wine and the other goodies that were our welcome gift were greatly appreciated and unexpected. The staff was very responsive to any of our needs.

On the second evening of our stay, we attended the "Sundowner Session", which is basically happy hour, at Salt and Wood, the restaurant on the property. It should be noted that the restaurant is not affiliated with the Sanctuary. We ordered the fresh oysters and the last one I ate tasted a bit off. It was more than a little off. I was sick with Food Poisoning for the next 3 days (pretty much the rest of our stay). The restaurant was very responsive and tried to make things right when I told them what happened, as I didn't want anyone else to go through what I was experiencing.

I had a Deluxe room and that means the Beach/Ocean is directly out the sliding glass door which is great! View of Course is excellent and at night you can see the Monterey Pier all lit up at night. The Fire Place in the room is the heater and you can crank it up and open the sliding glass door to hear the Surf at night, let me tell you, I slept like a baby (that is when I slept ;) ).

Sanctuary lets lodgers bring there dogs. Now I do not mind pets, but I do mind when there owners let them bark for most of the night, not a good thing when you are paying $1000 a night!

To be able to have an Ocean front room , was a plus . To enjoy the sounds of the waves. To be able to enjoy a cup of coffee in the am and Wine in the sunset . To be able to bring our dog and take her for nice walks at the beach . Very nice and peaceful sanctuary . This is one of our favorite spot in Cali.

A Big group of guests had loud music and took over the whole Play court . We could not even enjoyed that area during the couple of days . Some dog owners will not pick up after their dogs or keep dogs on leashes . The location needs a special green area for potty breaks . Not all over the sand .

Sanctuary Beach Resort was and absolute highlight of our trip! The location is stunning, right on the beach with breathtaking ocean views and direct access to the sand. Our bungalow-style room was beautifully designed, spacious, and had a private balcony where we could relax and watch the waves. The resort’s peaceful atmosphere made it the perfect place to unwind. We loved the fire pits in the evening, creating a cozy and romantic setting. The staff was friendly and attentive, ensuring we had everything we needed. The on-site restaurant served delicious meals with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. If you’re looking for a serene and luxurious escape along the California coast, Sanctuary Beach Resort is a must-visit!

Location was really great, and views. Location was also pretty convenient despite being outside of Monterey

BEWARE!! - Edit: I got a huge charge of almost $400 with no explanation - and if I hadn't been checking on my bank account I might have not noticed. The charge was not catalogued in the bill or anything. The front desk clerk at first told me some of it was associated with an environmental fee with the resort but that is covered in Booking.com price. I am still actively asking them what this charge is for and also when they will refund it. The bed situation was weird. The blankets were thin and there is no ac or heat thru a central system besides the fire place so it got really cold at night. The bed was also kind of old so it wasn’t super comfortable

Such a nice place. It was recently remodeled. Really nice place to relax. We took our dog since it’s a pet friendly resort.

Not specifically to the property itself but our neighbor complained due to our dog barely barking. I appreciated the hotel being dog friendly and they did everything to accommodate. Overall other guests with dogs were great. Staff was super friendly. Clean resort. Some (actually just 1, our neighbor) were just jerks. Glad we only saw them once. Can’t believe they complained at 3pm when our dog barely barked.

I recently stayed at a beautiful hotel just steps from the ocean, and it was an unforgettable experience! The view from my room was absolutely breathtaking, with clear views of the waves rolling in and the golden sands stretching out in front of me. Waking up to the sound of the ocean each morning was pure bliss. The hotel itself was charming and well-maintained, offering great amenities that made my stay comfortable and relaxing. The location was perfect, with easy access to the beach and nearby restaurants. I couldn’t have asked for a better spot to unwind and enjoy the beauty of the coast. Highly recommend!

It was a good surprise - it was so good that we decided to stay an extra night. The hotel is renovating the rooms - we stayed the first night in a newly renovated room and the second night in one of the old rooms. The new rooms are very nice and modern, but even the old room was very comfortable. The staff was very supportive and always ready to help. The restaurant is also extremely good. For the second day, we ordered the breakfast to the room and the food came at the time requested. The quality was great. The views from the rooms were amazing, with open view to the beach and sea.

There is nothing negative - maybe consider that this is a resort and you won't be able to park next to the room. The parking spaces are close to reception and guests are moved within the resort by the staff. However, they were always fast and available 24h.

This is where my husband and I got married. We stay at Sanctuary every year on our wedding anniversary. We stayed in an Oceanfront Suite and it was lovely. Gorgeous views and such a lovely and cozy atmosphere. It is our favorite place to stay in the Monterey bay.

The ants that were all over the floor and the counter in the kitchenette. They were everywhere but luckily maintenance came and took care of it right away.

We loved this dog friendly resort! The complimentary snacks, coffee, and tea were a nice touch. The decor in the room was beautifully done. And the nightly beach bonfires created a great atmosphere at sunset. The pool and spa were also fantastic amenities.

The pillows were pretty stiff. A small broom and dustpan in the room would help with the sand.