THOROUGHLY DISAPPOINTING
We recently visited Monterey. Instead of staying at one of the area's many, low-level strip motels, we thought we'd splurge (almost $200!) on a night at Asilomar. We reserved on-line, through Expedia, and clicked the photograph of the historic hotel, as well as requesting this in writing.
When we arrived, check-in was disorganized, with people cutting in line, etc. The receptionist could not have cared less what we reserved! And was rude, as well! She said they had no room like what we'd requested. Instead, she gave us another room.
Unbelievably, this room wasn't even at Asilomar! Instead, it was two blocks away! We parked where the receptionist directed (on the street); and had to walk along a dirt path to the room. (I mean dirt!). Unfortunately, it had been raining, so our shoes were muddy by the time we found the room. The room? - It was worse than any Monterey strip motel. Window shades were broken, finishes were old, and the room smelled musty. However, worst of all was the tiny bathroom, with black mold growing on the shower (no tub); and an old, dis-colored, deteriorating vinyl floor. Also, no soap, shampoo, etc. - you're supposed to squeeze these from the dispenser in the shower! We've never stayed at a Motel 6 that was this sleazy! Asilomar should be ashamed charging $200 for rooms this squalid; and for mis-representing what they have available. Shame on them!
Our advice? Avoid at all costs