Portola vs. Monterey Bay Inn?

My family is booking a two night stay in a couple weeks, and have narrowed the hotel choice down to Portola Plaza vs. Monterey Bay Inn ... Portola has a great rate, but cautions that construction in underway. We would not be booking the highest cost options at either place, but it seems at MBI there%26#39;s a much better chance of a view even in the mid-cost options.

Can anyone shed light on the choice? It%26#39;s a bit of a splurge for us (for my birthday!), and I%26#39;d really appreciate any help.

thank you!

Portola vs. Monterey Bay Inn?

Both are nice and easy walking distance to many areas in Monterey. Monterey Bay Inn is closer to the water and as such is easier to get views of the water (even if your room does not the public areas will.).

I think you%26#39;ll have a good time at either place. If budget and views are both a factor you might take a quick compare with Best Western Beach Monterey Beach Resort - its the closest to directly walking out on the beach area and you can hear the ocean from your room at night. You do need to take a 5 minute drive in the car to get to some of the tourist attractions. Of the 2 you mention both are nicer - but I did want to mention as a good alternative given $ to also consider.

Have a good trip and Happy Birthday (in advance).

Portola vs. Monterey Bay Inn?

We have stayed many times at the property mini mentioned, the Best Western Beach Resort, it is very nice with a great swimming pool and jacuzzi there, being right on the beach is great. :)

My favorite property is the Monterey Plaza Hotel, a full scale resort located right on Monterey Bay, two great restaurants on-site, Valet service, an amazing Penthouse spa (you can use the jacuzzis and weight room for a small additional fee) and first-class service. This would be a real splurge place! Enjoy your trip! :)

If I were looking to book a hotel here, I%26#39;d choose Monterey Bay Inn over Portola Plaza. Portola is a nice hotel, but it used to be a Doubletree and has that big hotel feel. Monterey Bay Inn is a little more intimate and special, I think. I also like the location at the end of Cannery Row--away from all the activity, but close enough to walk to it. I agree with Syrah that the restaurants at Monterey Plaza Hotel are very good, and it%26#39;s just next door to Monterey Bay Inn, so you could stroll over for a meal there.

Thank you all so much for your input, and for the incredibly fast response!