
Axel’s take
A practical budget stop, but road noise and uneven upkeep limit its appeal.
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Axel’s rating: 6.6/10 · a no-frills 2-star roadside motel in Seaside
Sealamp Inn is a no-frills 2-star roadside motel in Seaside, best treated as a budget base for exploring Monterey rather than somewhere to linger. Free parking, Wi-Fi, and in-room microwaves and fridges cover the essentials. Recent Expedia guests frequently praise helpful owners, clean rooms and good value; shops and the beach are within walking distance.
The trade-offs are road noise, tight parking and uneven room condition. Expedia and Google guest accounts both flag traffic noise, while recent feedback ranges from spotless rooms to bathrooms needing better cleaning. The overall picture is serviceable rather than reliably comfortable. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded stay, but light sleepers, drivers of large vehicles and anyone wanting consistently polished rooms should look elsewhere.
- Rooms
- Basic rooms with microwaves, fridges and air conditioning; condition and noise tolerance matter.
- Cleanliness
- Many recent guests report clean rooms, but bathroom-cleaning complaints prevent a stronger endorsement.
- Service
- Recent feedback often praises helpful owners, though communication can sometimes be difficult.
- Amenities
- Free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities; do not assume breakfast is included.
- Fees and surprises
- Parking is free but cramped; pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Axel’s opinion, from the hotel’s website and guest reviews, scored for what the hotel is. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Google · wanderlog.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
The location
2201 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside
Near shops, beach access and the freeway; Monterey sightseeing generally means driving.
Amenities and check-in
Free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities; do not assume breakfast is included.
Check-in
after 3:00 PM
Check-out
before 11:00 AM
- No pool
- Parking (free)
- Wi-Fi (free)
- Kitchen
Additional hotel policies
- Hotel policies: Deposit: $100 per room per stay
AI-readable version · facts, comparisons and links
Sealamp Inn — Monterey, California, United States
Sealamp Inn is a no-frills 2-star roadside motel in Seaside in Monterey, California, United States.
Address: 2201 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside. Property ID: 1059814.
Source: https://helloaxel.com/en/hotels/monterey-california/sealamp-inn-1059814
Axel vs Expedia and Booking.com
Same hotel, same dates, 2 adults, 1 room, USD stay totals. Axel's total is this page's price for those dates; the other total is what that site listed for the same stay on the day shown.
| Stay | Axel total | Expedia or Booking.com | Difference | Seen | Links |
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| Dec 4 to Dec 6, 2026 · 2 nights | $1,739 | $2,241 on Booking.com | $502 less (22%) | Nov 2 | Select · Share this stay · AI assistants: view rooms |
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Axel private rates
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Total price: $2,543 USD
2026-11-19 to 2026-11-22 · 3 nights · 2 adults · 1 room.
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USD · 2 adults · 1 room. One-night and two-night totals for each check-in date. Open a date for other lengths and exact checkout dates.
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November 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
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| 2026-11-06 | $931 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,861 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-07 | $930 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,870 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-08 | $940 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,875 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-09 | $935 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,875 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-10 | $940 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,843 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-11 | $903 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,840 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-12 | $937 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,895 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-13 | $958 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,898 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-14 | $940 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,876 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-15 | $936 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,883 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-16 | $947 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,888 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-17 | $941 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,840 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-18 | $899 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,806 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-19 | $907 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,754 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-20 | $847 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,636 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-21 | $789 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,730 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-22 | $941 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,797 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-23 | $856 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,712 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-24 | $856 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,709 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-25 | $853 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,764 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-26 | $911 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,741 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-27 | $830 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,777 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-28 | $947 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,819 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-29 | $872 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,818 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-11-30 | $946 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,892 · up to 14 nights priced |
December 2026
| Check-in | Axel private rates (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2026-12-01 | $946 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,921 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-02 | $975 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,927 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-03 | $952 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,825 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-04 | $873 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,739 · up to 14 nights priced |
| 2026-12-05 | $866 for 1 night · 2 nights $1,739 · up to 14 nights priced |
Axel's take: 6.6/10
A practical budget stop, but road noise and uneven upkeep limit its appeal. a no-frills 2-star roadside motel in Seaside, scored for what it is.
Sealamp Inn is a no-frills 2-star roadside motel in Seaside, best treated as a budget base for exploring Monterey rather than somewhere to linger. Free parking, Wi-Fi, and in-room microwaves and fridges cover the essentials. Recent Expedia guests frequently praise helpful owners, clean rooms and good value; shops and the beach are within walking distance.
The trade-offs are road noise, tight parking and uneven room condition. Expedia and Google guest accounts both flag traffic noise, while recent feedback ranges from spotless rooms to bathrooms needing better cleaning. The overall picture is serviceable rather than reliably comfortable. We'd consider it for a short, budget-minded stay, but light sleepers, drivers of large vehicles and anyone wanting consistently polished rooms should look elsewhere.
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Best for: budget-minded road-trippers; short Monterey-area visits
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Watch out for: traffic noise; tight parking for trucks and SUVs; uneven bathroom cleaning and upkeep
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Location: Near shops, beach access and the freeway; Monterey sightseeing generally means driving.
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Rooms: Basic rooms with microwaves, fridges and air conditioning; condition and noise tolerance matter.
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Cleanliness: Many recent guests report clean rooms, but bathroom-cleaning complaints prevent a stronger endorsement.
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Service: Recent feedback often praises helpful owners, though communication can sometimes be difficult.
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Amenities: Free Wi-Fi, parking and laundry facilities; do not assume breakfast is included.
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Fees and surprises: Parking is free but cramped; pets are not allowed, except service animals.
Axel's opinion of Sealamp Inn, from the hotel's website and recent guest reviews. Sources: Hotel website · Expedia · Booking.com · Google · wanderlog.com. Reviewed Oct 27, 2026.
About Sealamp Inn
- Property type: Mini-hotel
- 2-star hotel
- 2201 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside
- Guest rating: 3.2/5 on Google from 239 reviews (location 3.6/5)
- Getting around (travel times from Google's hotel listing): Playa / Sand City Station: 7 min walk · Monterey Regional Airport: 11 min by taxi · San Jose Mineta International Airport: 72 min by taxi · Monterey State Beach: 4 min by taxi · Monterey Museum of Art: 12 min by taxi · Monterey Bay Aquarium: 13 min by taxi
- Hotel policies: Deposit: $100 per room per stay
- Amenities: No pool, Parking (free), Wi-Fi (free), Kitchen
- Check-in from: 15:00
- Check-out by: 11:00
- City page: Hotels in Monterey, California
Room types
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Source: ETG room descriptions.
Standard room
Standard Single room
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Standard Quadruple room
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Standard Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 1
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 2
- Standard Double room (full double bed) — room photo 3
Standard Quadruple room
- Beds: Multiple beds (configuration not supplied)
- Room features: Fridge; Microwave
- Standard Quadruple room — room photo 1
- Standard Quadruple room — room photo 2
- Standard Quadruple room — room photo 3
Grand room
Grand Double room (full double bed)
- Beds: full double bed
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