"The house itself was beautiful and felt secluded, even with the sound of cars going by on the street."
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"This charming bed and breakfast offers a warm and inviting atmosphere."
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"The breakfasts were delicious and creative."
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"The atmosphere was wonderful and the room was beautiful."
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Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Best of the Best B&B, 5 blocks from Cannery Row
Amenities & Hospitality
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast offers a daily gourmet breakfast featuring imaginative, themed dishes like the signature Jabber Juice. Guests have access to an enclosed sun porch for evening wine and hors d'oeuvres, and a 24-hour tea and coffee bar with home-baked cookies. The property includes a half-acre of colorful gardens, a hot tub, a solarium, and on-site personalized massage services.
Dining Experience
Breakfast is served in-room or in the sunroom, with options for freshly baked pastries and local produce, including special diet menus for dietary restrictions. The hotel offers a happy hour with complimentary wine and appetizers each evening, plus complimentary soft drinks, brandy, and sherry available 24/7. Kids' meals and breakfast in the room are available for families.
Rooms & Accommodations
The hotel has 8 individually decorated rooms, including the Deluxe King Suite with Ocean View, the King Room with Spa Bath, and the Bungalow with Sea View. Each room offers private bathrooms, sea or garden views, bathrobes, free toiletries, and gas fireplaces in select rooms like the Brillig Room. Allergy-free and non-smoking rooms are available, with family rooms accommodating larger groups.
Location & Nearby Attractions
Located five blocks from Cannery Row and the Monterey Bay Aquarium, the hotel offers a quiet residential setting away from downtown. Guests can walk to Fisherman's Wharf, Pacific Grove, and Point Lobos State Park, or drive to world-class golf courses on the Monterey Peninsula. Free private parking is provided, though the driveway has a steep incline suitable for higher clearance vehicles.
Pet-Friendly & Activities
Pet-friendly rooms are available for small dogs, with the property featuring a half-acre garden for outdoor activities. The hotel offers bicycle rental, and nearby activities include hiking, cycling, diving, fishing, horse riding, and windsurfing. The concierge service provides recommendations for local wineries and hiking trails, including spots to see black-tailed deer.
Highlights
Award: Tripadvisor's Travelers' Choice Best of the Best
Location: 5 blocks from Cannery Row & Monterey Bay Aquarium
Rooms: 8 rooms including Deluxe King Suite with Ocean View
Dining: Themed gourmet breakfasts with signature Jabber Juice
Recreation: Half-acre gardens, hot tub, solarium & personal massage
Parking: Complimentary private parking for guests
Pets: Pet-friendly rooms available for small dogs
Must-do experiences
Visit the Monterey Bay Aquarium for up-close marine life encounters.
Try clam chowder at Cannery Row's iconic Fisherman's Wharf.
Stroll through the serene gardens of Point Lobos State Natural Reserve.
Explore the secret coves at Asilomar State Beach for stunning views.
Visit the Pacific Maritime & Historical Park for a dive into local history.
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The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals
Queen Room Garden View
2 persons
175 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
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Queen Room Ocean View
2 persons
155 sq. feet
1 Queen-size bed
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King Room Spa Bath
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 King-size bed
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Facilities
The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences
Facilities: Perfect
9.4/10Review score
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Concierge desk
No pets allowed
Allergy-free rooms
Sports & Fitness
Wind surfing
Diving
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Golf course
Fishing
Services
Happy hour
Dining
In-room breakfast
Outdoor dining area
Special diet menus
Business
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children
Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
Garden area
Solarium
Jacuzzi
Massage
Room features
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Patio
Terrace
Dining table
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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The Jabberwock Bed & Breakfast Location
598 Laine Street, Monterey, 93940,
Map view
City landmarks
Aquarium
Monterey Bay Aquarium
3000 ft
Park
Lovers Point Park
1.3 mi
Landmark
Old Fisherman's Wharf
1.1 mi
Museum
Presidio of Monterey Museum
3000 ft
Landmark
Monterey Bay
3000 ft
Park
Monterey State Historic Park
1.1 mi
Museum
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
1.1 mi
Museum
Monterey Museum of Art
1.4 mi
Landmark
Berwick Park
4700 ft
Museum
Steinbeck s Spirit of Monterey Wax Museum
2900 ft
Landmark
Presidio Museum
2800 ft
Landmark
Doc Rickett's Pacific Biological Laboratories
2900 ft
Museum
The Dali Expo
4700 ft
Park
Dennis the Menace Park
1.4 mi
Landmark
Perry House
4000 ft
Beach
McAbee Beach
2000 ft
Landmark
Pacific House
4600 ft
Landmark
Casa Serrano
1.2 mi
Landmark
Steinbeck Plaza
2100 ft
Landmark
Monterey Bay Aquarium Gift & Bookstore
2100 ft
Landmark
Colton Hall Museum
1.6 mi
Landmark
San Carlos Beach Park
3200 ft
Landmark
Monterey Bay Coastal Trail
1.2 mi
Landmark
Stevenson House
1.5 mi
Nearby
Cannery Row Wave Streets 700 Cannery Row
Cannery Row
2000 ft
Cannery Row Steinbeck Plaza
The Cannery Row Monument
1800 ft
51700 Ca-1 Big Sur
California Sea Otter Game Refuge
1600 ft
604 Lighthouse Ave 604 Lighthouse Ave.
Recycled Records
800 ft
Mall
Cannery Row Antique Mall
2000 ft
600 Hawthorne St
First Baptist Church of Monterey
1600 ft
Restaurants
La Bahia Mexican American Resturant
1100 ft
675 Lighthouse Ave
Pelican Pizza
1100 ft
522 Lighthouse Ave
Taqueria Del Mar
1100 ft
530 Lighthouse Ave
Poke Time
1200 ft
484 Lighthouse Ave Suite 100
American Burger
1500 ft
738 Lighthouse Ave
Baskin-Robbins
1400 ft
406 Lighthouse Ave
Crepes Ago Go
1300 ft
601 Wave St Ste 200
Cannery Row Delicatessen
2000 ft
101 Drake Ave
Starbucks
2100 ft
711 Cannery Row Cannery Row A and E
KFC
1900 ft
865 Lighthouse Ave
Explore Monterey
Explore Monterey
Top Attractions
Activities
Dining
Entertainment
Monterey Bay Aquarium
11 minutes walking
Renowned aquarium showcasing marine life and conservation efforts. Interactive exhibits, perfect for families.
Cannery Row
8 minutes walking
Historic waterfront district with shops, restaurants, and coastal views. Home to Steinbeck's legacy and lively atmosphere.
Old Fisherman's Wharf
20 minutes walking
Charming wharf with seafood eateries, shops, and stunning ocean views. Enjoy fresh catches and a vibrant setting.
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