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Sanctuary Beach Resort

4.5 star property
Marina beachfront resort with spa and outdoor pool

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Beach/ocean view
Sanctuary Beach Resort near California State University Monterey Bay, is where sun-kissed days blend with relaxing evenings. Bask in the beachfront location and enjoy a game of beach volleyball or unwind at the spa with a Swedish massage or facial. Connect to WiFi, relish dinner at Salt Wood Kitchen seafood restaurant, and delight in pool time.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Pet friendly
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Spa
  • Bar

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Outdoor pool
  • Free use of bicycles
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub
  • Room service
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Children's pool
  • Microwave
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
$395 nightly
The total price is $457
Nov 6 - Nov 7
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Sandy beach getaway
This resort sits directly on a sandy beach. Water activities abound with nearby kayaking, sailing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing.
Waterfront wellness
This resort features a full-service spa offering facials and various massages. A hot tub, steam room, and garden create a serene getaway in a regional park.
Beachfront paradise
Bask in the luxury of this seaside resort nestled within a regional park. The garden offers a serene escape with unparalleled beach and waterfront views.

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Coastal View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Coastal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed, Coastal View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Panoramic Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Panoramic Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront | View from room

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 377 sq ft
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds

Junior Suite, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Fireplace
Connecting rooms available
Refrigerator
LED TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 420 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
3295 Dunes Rd, Marina, CA, 93933

What's nearby

  • Marina State Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Marina Dunes Preserve - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • California State University Monterey Bay - 4 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Monterey Bay Aquarium - 16 min drive - 22.0 km
  • Cannery Row - 16 min drive - 22.0 km

Getting around

  • Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY) - 11 min drive
  • Watsonville, CA (WVI-Watsonville Municipal) - 23 min drive
  • Salinas, CA (SNS-Salinas Municipal) - 25 min drive
  • Salinas Station - 18 min drive
  • Monterey Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Jack in the Box - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Sanctuary Beach Resort

At Sanctuary Beach Resort, you can spend time at the beach playing volleyball, plus you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Monterey Bay and Monterey Bay Aquarium. The outdoor pool provides fun for everyone, while guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages and facials. Salt Wood Kitchen serves farm to table cuisine and is open for dinner. A bar/lounge and a hot tub are offered, and in-room conveniences at this luxurious resort include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 60 units
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
DONE

Children

    • Children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs only, 2 total)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Pets must be supervised
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
DONE

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • Private picnics
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Children's pool
  • Pool gate

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Beach volleyball
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Skydiving nearby

Working away

  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space (460 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • Built in 1999
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • An outdoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Reception hall

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 6 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (inches): 48
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • IPod docking station
  • LED television
  • Cable TV channels
  • Pay movies

Home comfort

  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Wet bar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Window screens

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

What to enjoy

  • Balcony
  • Fireplace
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Recycling
  • Local maps

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 3 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. The spa is equipped with a steam room. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Salt Wood Kitchen - This seafood restaurant specializes in farm to table cuisine and serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key Global, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • Resort fee: USD 55 per accommodation, per night
  • Resort fee inclusions:
    • Additional inclusions
    • Beach access
    • Fitness/yoga classes
    • In-room coffee
    • Pool access

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Eurocard
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Beach Sanctuary
Beach Sanctuary Resort
Sanctuary Beach
Sanctuary Beach Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort Marina
Sanctuary Resort
Sanctuary Beach Hotel Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort Resort
Sanctuary Beach Resort Marina
Sanctuary Beach Resort Resort Marina

Frequently asked questions

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Sanctuary Beach Resort does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total. There's a charge of USD 50 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Sanctuary Beach Resort and nearby?

Have fun with onsite activities like volleyball and cycling. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Sanctuary Beach Resort also has an outdoor pool and a picnic area, as well as a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Sanctuary Beach Resort?

Yes, Salt Wood Kitchen offers farm to table cuisine.

Does Sanctuary Beach Resort have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Sanctuary Beach Resort like?

Sanctuary Beach Resort is located on the waterfront, a short 13-minute walk from Marina Dunes Preserve and 5 minutes' walk from Marina State Beach.

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Sanctuary Beach Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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Beach
Location
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Restaurant
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Ocean
Amenities
Breakfast

What guests liked

  • The property offers a beautiful beachfront location with stunning ocean views, bonfires, and direct beach access. (36 reviews)
  • The pool was quiet, clean, and enjoyable, although some guests wished it was a bit hotter. (4 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

We had a very nice getaway here. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Great view of the ocean and nightly bonfire from our patio. We had a short walk to the shore. The dinners in room and at the restaurant we both super delicious. If you like spicy I recommend the crudo. They have golf cart rides from the car to your room. Once your bags are dropped off, walking around resort is no problem. My wife thinks we’re making this a yearly stay
From our patio
Nightly bonfire from our patio
The office patio
Robin, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxing
Aaron, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

What’s great about this property is that it is right on the beach which gives it a semi private area for the guests to enjoy.
Augie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing, wish it was longer.
Nicholas, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful views and property! Everyone’s very friendly. Had an excellent time!
David, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

So dog friendly ! Mickey loved it!

If you have a dog with you, they can go everywhere! Including the beach, restaurants too, walks…
Margie, 2-night trip

4/10 Fair

Stay away! Not a good choice.

The room was on the surface fine but lots of problems. The shower handle on the tub didn’t work. The faucets on the tub required a lot of force. The standalone shower didn’t drain. The bathroom door frequently jammed. The curtains were inoperable. Not at all consistent with the price point of the hotel.
Yen-Ting, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Must stay!
Arlene, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Views of the ocean and beach access was great.
Priya, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommend, everything was great
Laura, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place
Byron, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Extra details. very lovely stay
Nicole, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I very much appreciated the VIP room upgrade, the wonderful facilities, and the extremely friendly staff that made my stay a wonderful experience!
Stewart, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Service was amazing grounds are beautiful and well kept!!
Kathy, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This resort was really a space of peace. We loved how friendly and helpful the employees are!
Alana, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The view was beautiful and the place was not over populated.
Marisabel, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful beach location!
Allan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view on the beach. Great service. Restaurant Salt Wood was also delicious
Anita, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location on the beach. The rooms are well equipped with high grade consumables . The bedding was good although a little soft for my taste.
Fire pits on the beach are a short walk
Edward, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to rest.
Joseph, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great overall place to visit. I teally liked the pre-burning fire pits at the brach eith tables & brach chairs.
Cedric, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely loved everything here. Pictures represent exactly what you get.
Kimberly, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

I have stayed there 3 times. It’s a very nice place. Safe great spot and fire pit is perfect way to end the night. They have updated the rooms and it’s even better
Sabrina, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We truly enjoyed our stay. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Ranielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful property
Jeff, 1-night trip