Centrella Hotel, A Kirkwood Collection Hotel

Stayed here on a whim over Mother's Day Weekend. Very familiar with this kind of hotel from New England: a late 19th/early 20th century private home/boarding house type establishment that has been kept up reasonably well but isn't "modern." Recently I've stayed at similar spots in south Portland and Castine in Maine. So, if you are up for that, this is a great example of the genre. Perfect location and the plumbing is the most modern part of the place, which is key. I stayed in the third floor loft, which my mom picked out for herself but wasn't very friendly for her mobility impaired status. Loft had an amazing shower see Pics. No AC which is fine for Pacific Grove. Birds 🐦 were very active around 5/6 am (may visit), so the second night I had my earphones ready to pop in when they woke me up. Wouldn't recommend the loft for late/fussy sleepers. The yogurt parfait for breakfast was good.

My family and I stayed at this hotel for two nights and it was a wonderful experience. The room was adorable and had a terrace that had a great view. The only thing I wish this place had more of is breakfast options. The only things they had to eat were a yogurt parfait, small cinnamon rolls, and small chocolate croissants. They were delicious though! I would totally stay here again!

Great location to the beach (lovers point) and friendly stuff. We were also provided nice breakfast with pastries, tea, and their homemade yoghurt parfait. Room is clean and we love our stay there!

Wasn't sure what to expect, so I'm trying to give as detailed of a review as possible so that hopefully whoever sees it has a good idea of what they're paying for.

The rooms were smaller than expected. But if you're intending to be out the whole day it doesn't really matter.
We had the room right next to the front desk, so there were a lot of voices during the day. And it was kind of uncomfortable feeling like there was less privacy because of it.

The rooms were very clean and cute. The staff was all very kind.

They do offer breakfast and a delicious parfait. Probably the best I've ever had. Coffee, tea, and pastries.

Water pressure isn't great if that's something that's important to you. Personally, i thought it was very soothing.

Parking is first come first serve. Theres maybe four spots right out front and then about three more along the curbside.

It's just a couple minutes from the beach and a really great restaurant we ate at.

Overall I really enjoyed it here and I would probably stay again if it weren't for being right next to the front desk.

The location was perfect!! Walking distance to many great restaurants, local stores and to the beach 2 min walk. The building itself gave a really good homie vibe, very relaxing and laid back. The staff were wonderful! Very polite and approachable. The room and all common areas were exceptionally clean and tidy. The room and the bathroom- a bit tight and you can hear someone walking in the hallway and the floor was creaking but considering its an old victorian building, its understandable and tolerable, since our room was on the 2nd floor, its a tough one also if you have big luggage cus theres no elevator, but like I said, its an old structure and that's the style of the building, so we really didn't mind at all. No A/C but theres a fan to use. It's not hot at all, when we were there it's November -cold weather, I am not sure during summer time though, that could be an issue. There was a complimentary champagne at night I think it's from 6pm till 8 pm, something to kick off the night before we head out for a nice dinner at one of the restaurant close by, just one block away and a very short walk, theres live music in some of the outdoor restaurant, which was very entertaining, there were cozy and classy restaurant as well, again all were just walking distance from Centrella Hotel. Their yogurt parfait was really good and some pastries for breakfast was nice. Coffee and tea always available in the lobby, which was very convenient since we love to drink coffee and tea. Very limited parking in the building and its first come, first serve only, but the street parking was really easy to find, without any meter.
All in all our experience with our stay was great! Just what we needed. People on the street and by the beach were nice and smiling and greeting how do you do? Very cool, not a lot a people do that anymore nowadays. I really really enjoy the small community, amazing that how small and simple yet very beautiful place to unwind and bond with your better half. Also the food were phenomenal!! A bit pricey on some place but all worth it.

The sheets were so soft! The ambience was antique and warm. Such a cute spot, I’m so glad I stayed. 😍

Very nice little hotel, we had the attic room which has lots of windows and a cool shower (with window!) and also one of the most comfortable beds I’ve ever slept in. Breakfast is very small but homemade yogurt parfait with fruits and granola, as well as croissants are offered alongside coffee. Tasted very good. Staff is very nice, too. Overall good experience. Also worth noting: Pacific Grove is even more beautiful than Monterey so definitely recommend coming here.

I would give more than five stars for the warm and helpful staff if I could. The complimentary breakfast yogurt parfaits with house-made granola and fresh cut fruit were delicious. Excellent location close to the ocean and Cannery Row. Gorgeous garden and patio areas.

Just perfect!
My new husband & I are staying here for the 1st part of our honeymoon. Some highlights:
- We reserved a 2nd-floor room. The hotel called the morning of our reservation, & offered a huge room upgrade to one of the private cottages, for free!
- We arrived late due to driving from Sacramento after our wedding party, & the hotel staff was very kind & accommodating, and gave us detailed instructions on how to let ourselves in to our little cottage.
- The whole place is simply adorable — beautiful foliage everywhere, vintage wallpaper/furniture inside, and soft music always floating out of the main reception area.
- Everything is clean & tidy, from the rooms, the adorable common area outside, & the indoor common area (complete with a roaring fireplace).
- You get a text message each morning asking if you want room service — I’ve never seen that before, but it’s such an easy way to let the staff know what you want!
- The complimentary breakfast is a little simple, but yummy!
- Daniel specifically was a highlight. Always greeted us kindly and made us feel welcome. He also gave us a free bottle of champagne in our room bc it’s our honeymoon!
- Free glass of wine every evening! (Another compliment to Daniel: our 2nd night, he remembered what wine we had the night before!)
- Absolutely beautiful area, within walking distance of tons of food, shops, & even the Aquarium.
Couldn’t be happier — thanks again!

We loved everything about our stay here. The rooms are what you'd expect from an 1800's property, but they've done some nice upgrades. The bathroom in our room had a nice, updated shower. Everyone who works there is super friendly and helpful. As for location, you can't beat it. The water is just a few minutes walk away as are many nice restaurants. Highly recommend!

Room was very clean and comfortable. Staff were friendly and attentive, but not overbearing. Loved the extras...wine, cookies, brownies. It was a quiet place to crash at the end of the day. I also enjoyed just hanging out and quietly slipping into the new day, reading a book in the garden while sipping coffee. The overall atmosphere is chill and relaxing and that is a welcome relief from the daily hustle and bustle!

My husband and I spent a few days at this amazing and beautiful hotel. Everything was clean, staff very friendly and the hotel was beautifully decorated. We loved the delicious breakfast of on site made scones and granola to accompany the yogurt bowls with various fruits. In fact we loved the breakfast so much that since we have returned home we have the same yogurt bowl every morning. In the evening they offer wine and different treats and it is so comfortable to sit in the living room and relax after a day of excursions. Next time we plan on staying longer because there is so much to do in the surrounding area and so much fun to come back to this beautiful place in the evening.

Beautiful old house, comfortable bed, very good value for money. The cookie and yogurt parfait were yummy. Nice walk to the beach. I would happily stay here again if I return to the Monterey area

My friend and I had a cute girls trip with our dogs here. The dog friendly cottages were perfect because we had our own private patio for the dogs! The girl who checked us in was very sweet and held our luggage and Alex was also very kind and helpful. Great spot and great service!

9/2022 This was a return visit because we loved it here the last time. We got the same cottage which has become our favorite for us and our doggies. Erna the manager ensured we got the cottage. Everything was well maintained. So quiet and comfy. The staff was wonderful.

This was our first stay at Centrella Inn. We chose this inn because it is very dog friendly. We stayed at their cottage with a private enclosed patio which was ideal for our doggies. Unbeknownst to me my husband got the special birthday package. It was an awesome surprise. I was overwhelmed with the gifts and birthday decoration. The inn was very easy to find. There is parking on the street and limited parking on the property. The beautiful and charming Erna the manager and her wonderful staff made our stay extra special. They made us feel at home and like friends. It is a great location within walking distance to the beach, restaurants and shops. Breakfast is served in the morning at the main inn. Coffee, decaf and tea are available throughout the day. Cookies and wine tasting is served in the afternoon and evening. You Have choice of either red or white wine. There is a refrigerator in the cottage. The cottage interior is updated, very comfortable, cozy, neat and clean. We loved it here and will return soon. Our doggies loved it too.

The staff was so kind and helpful! We had our dogs w us and we had rented one of the cottages that had it's own fenced yard! Perfect! The cottage had a separate bedroom, very comfortable, in fact, we hadn't slept that long in years! The living room has a wet bar, microwave, and refrigerator. We didn't use the fireplace. There was a TV in the living room and bedroom. All was neat & clean!

Our stay at Centrella Inn was terrific. The accommodations were clean, comfortable, and affordable. The inn is full of character and warm touches - we particularly enjoyed the homemade scones each morning and cookies each evening. The staff was delightful and the location was great too. Centrella went above and beyond to help us celebrate our honeymoon. Thanks for an awesome stay!

This Inn was great! We were on the stop floor ( I cannot do other guests above me) and it was charming, peaceful for the most part. Lots of room! It is on the corner of a street so there was some traffic but not bad at all. I liked that is was decorated Victorian, the floors did creak but that’s what you expect for a super old home. Very historic property. The hot water in the shower actually lasted long enough for my husband and I to enjoy a shower each! The only negative feedback I have is the sea chickens (seagulls). They would walk around and make noise. They were quiet at night! Short distance to the beach and shopping! Oh and the complimentary wine each night (one glass). Amazing! Thank you!

The staff were professional, polite, friendly and inviting. The location was ideal. The room was charming in its Victorian style; not modern but clean and well-kept. I loved the ease of breakfast, tea at any time and afternoon wine. This charming B and B was ideal for my solo relaxing getaway! (If I were to come back with my kids, I would look into one of the stand alone cottages though, not the main hotel section!)

I stayed here for three nights in April 2022 and thoroughly enjoyed it. Three blocks from stunning ocean views and one block from the main street of Pacific Grove, you couldn't ask for a better location. Historic rooms that make you feel you are in a magical past make up for the small size of the rooms and lack of modern amenities. Complimentary wine, baked goods, and breakfast are all great touches, and the staff are polite and service-oriented. The lobby/common room is also cozy and great for relaxing, playing games, or reading at night, and the garden is wonderful for the same during the day. Highly recommend.