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The Sanctuary Beach Resort

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3-Star
3295 Dunes Drive
Marina, CA 93933
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Welcome to The Sanctuary Beach Resort

* Nestled along the edge of The Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the pristine Sanctuary Beach Resort is situated on 19 secluded ocean front acres just steps from the ocean and only minutes from Monterey, our resort offers a California beach experience unlike any other. * All accommodations offer luxurious accommodations with fireplaces, wet bars and private patios or balconies with breath-taking views of the Pacific Ocean or rolling sand dunes. Whether you choose to enjoy a leisurely stroll on the beach, arrange for a massage on your private ocean front patio or balcony, or simply take in the beautiful sunsets you will find the Sanctuary Beach Resort the ideal destination to unwind, relax and rejuvenate. Located minutes from all of the attractions in Monterey and Carmel, Sanctuary Beach Resort is the perfect location for your extended vacation or weekend getaway. Escape to Monterey Bay*s Secret Sanctuary. * The Sanctuary Beach Resort is between Monterey and Santa Cruz ...read more
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  • Pool
  • Fitness Center or Spa
  • Restaurant
  • Free Parking
  • Television with Cable
  • Room Service
The Sanctuary Beach Resort Hotel Amenities
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  • City Center
  • Coffee Maker in Room
  • Concierge
  • Express Checkout
  • Fitness Center or Spa
  • Free Parking
  • Handicapped Rooms/Facilities
  • Laundry/Valet Services
  • Lounge
  • Meeting/Banquet Facilities
  • Mini Bar
  • Modem Lines in Room
  • Parking
  • Pool
  • Restaurant
  • Room Service
  • Telephone
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Rooms Service Dining Facil. Cost
21 20 18 20 139

On the edge of Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, this "serene" "hideaway" offers "incredible" opportunities to watch "seals playing 20 yards offshore and dolphins cruising by" the private beach, plus man-made amenities like "cozy" in-room gas fireplaces and "fun" golf carts for getting around the grounds; downsides include a "hidden $15" "restoration fee", a restaurant that "closes early" and isn't open for breakfast, and undesirable wildlife like "screaming" children, who some consider out of place at a "romantic" retreat.
Priceline Guest Score Card
# 2 of 6 hotels in Marina
Overall Quality
user rating 8.0
8.2
Hotel Cleanliness
user rating 8.5
8.7
Hotel Staff
user rating 8.5
8.5
Location of Hotel
user rating 8.0
8.2
Hotel Dining
user rating 7.0
7.3

Hotel Guest Reviews of the The Sanctuary Beach Resort
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Traveling as Couple
David from San Rafael, CA
July 27, 2009
Traveling as Couple
10.0
Location.
Traveling as Couple
debbie
May 3, 2008
Traveling as Couple
10.0
Peaceful!
I liked everything.

We like coming to this hotel, because it is very relaxing and peaceful.

Traveling as Couple
Marcia
April 24, 2008
Traveling as Couple
9.0
Excellent service - very accommodating.
Starting to look a little tired.

The location is beautiful, the staff is wonderful, and the carts are fun. The room we had is starting to look a little tired - ceramic tile and grout in bathroom is starting to crack.

Traveling as Couple
Christopher
April 24, 2008
Traveling as Couple
9.0
Wonderful views and a very attentive staff.
Golf carts are nice- but they always had sand on the seats.

The hotel was very convenient for travel to and from Monterey and was very comfortable. My wife and I were there for our one year anniversary and we were overly impressed with the room. We enjoyed lazy afternoons watching movies, enjoying the fireplace, and overlooking the ocean! ...read more

Traveling as Couple
zan
April 4, 2008
Traveling as Couple
5.0
It was right on the ocean.
Couldn't sleep because the people above us were too noisy.

Don't sleep downstairs if you like to go to bed early. The people above us didn't settle down until after 2 a.m. Spent five hours trying to get an internet connection. Didn't get an internet connection until the last hour on the last day. They charge an environmental fee of $15 a day. Which I don't mind paying, but didn't hear about it until we had to pay the bill. ...read more

Family with Young Children
Karl
April 3, 2008
Family with Young Children
2.0
It was on the ocean beach.
It only had rooms with King size beds (nothing for kids).
Traveling as Couple
Jayme
March 24, 2008
Traveling as Couple
10.0
Beautiful views, peaceful, quiet and romantic.
No conveniently located ice machines.

Gorgeous views, peaceful scenery, heated pool (year round!), romantic suites and relaxing experience. Great for families or for couples. Close to Monterey, Salinas, Seaside, etc. Loved it! Great value. They could easily charge twice as much! Loved it, and wish I were still there! ...read more

Traveling as Couple
Pat
March 24, 2008
Traveling as Couple
10.0
The view of the ocean was excellent and the room was large and beautiful.
We were told they only had king size beds at this hotel.

This was a very nice hotel with spectacular views of the ocean. The room had a large deck and a beautiful fireplace controlled by a thermostat. And, the robes in the room were awesome! The only disappointment was the $15 per day environmental fee. ...read more

Family with Young Children
Hotel Guest
March 15, 2008
Family with Young Children
10.0
Everything. I will definitely be back and stay longer.
I was not there long enough.

It was great. I don't recommend getting an "ocean view" room. Most rooms do not have an ocean view though it will be close to the ocean as the dunes are really large, so basically save your money on this. But it is definitely a great place to stay for a romantic getaway or a family getaway! We got a Dune view and still was able to see the ocean and was only a short walk down to the beach area. Just beautiful! Also, there are stores and things close by for anything you may need. I am planning my next trip. ...read more

Family with Young Children
Darla
March 1, 2008
Family with Young Children
10.0
Very romantic. We took our kids but it would have been nice to be alone.
No options for two beds. We didn't know that before booking.

This hotel was very romantic right on the beach great for the price. Meant for romantic couples, not really for kids but the room was beautiful would go again just with my husband.

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