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The Wilkie's Inn (Clarion Collection) – reviews, photos

2.0 of 5
1038 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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The Wilkie's Inn (Clarion Collection)
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The Wilkie's Inn (Clarion Collection)
Ranked #10 of 16 hotels in Pacific Grove
3.5 of 5 stars 60 Reviews
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Minneapolis
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“Right price and location; nothing special otherwise”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 November 2011
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A friend and I stayed at Wilkie's Inn last weekend when we were in Pacific Grove to visit the Monarch butterflies, a mere two blocks away in a two-acre cove. The best part of the room was the down pillows, ample and inviting. The beds were fairly comfortable, tho the decor was dated. The telephone line crackled. We needed instructions on how to use the television. There was spare furniture and carpeting sitting outside our room, as if a remodeling were underway. Upon check-out, I commented on how difficult it was to use the shower divertor. Adopting a defensive tone, the woman behind the counter explained how to operate the gadget. That's exactly what I did, I said, emphasizing that it was a tricky device. She would not accept constructive criticism, which left me shaking my head as I departed the Inn. A shame, because the (male) staff provided great restaurant recommendations.

Room Tip: A room on one end or the other is quieter than middle rooms. Very crowded on weekends.
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  • Stayed November 2011, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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15 reviews 15 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
“Good, basic accomodations.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 November 2011
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My wife and I stayed here on the Veteran's Day Weekend. These are good basic accommodations at a value price...61.99 for a King plus applicable taxes. The rooms are nicely done, dated, but still nice. Our room was clean with a micro wave and free WiFi. They have a continental breakfast: juice,coffee,pastries,waffles,fruit,toast.The USA TODAY is available in the office. It's about five miles away from Monterey, Cannery Row and the Aquarium which is a big plus for me... away from the hustle and bustle and the countless sweatshirt stores. Two miles from Pacific Grove downtown with shops and restaurants at a much slower pace and minutes to the Pacific Ocean. Caters to all types. maid service is timely and efficient as was the desk help. Overall, if you want to do this area on a budget this is a solid choice...Lord knows there are plenty of options in this area if you really want to blow up your American Express card. Check in 3PM, check out 11AM. Only downside, this was my first trip down here where I did not see any deer roaming around Pacific Grove.

  • Stayed November 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Den Bosch, The Netherlands
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
“Convenient, clean and wel equipped”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 September 2011 via mobile

This is a nice inn, just out of Montery. Therefor cheaper, but restaurants are in walking distance. Rooms are ok, got all the amenities you'll need. Perfect for a night over, if you're traveling further the next morning.

  • Stayed September 2011
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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San Jose, California
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46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
“Family-friendly, good location, quiet”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011

Debated for a while between 3 and 4 stars. Good location, friendly staff. Room clean, unique vacation-theme decoration, tiled bathroom, energy-saving light bulbs throughout. Caters to families with children, less to business travel. Room with microwave and fridge, slight slope in floor. Antitheft coathangers. Walls on the thin side, but amazingly quiet night, good rest, and comfortable (firm) king bed. Breakfast had orange juice, oranges&apples, no bananas, 2 cereals, toast, waffles, styrofoam and plastic. Rooms equipped with porcelaine cups and real water glasses. Rate posted on door was "from $89 to $399". Can be recommended.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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Tulare
1 review
“Will not be returning”
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 July 2011

First thing we noticed when we walked into the room was that the bed was higher at the foot than at the head. When we mentioned this to the manager, she told us it would be fixed or they would move us to another room. When we returned the bed looked level until you sat on it. Then it bowed in the middle and was still not level. When we mentioned this again she became very rude and denied there was a problem. After much hassle we were moved to another room. It was very comfortable. Rooms were very clean and updated. Refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker, hairdryer, etc. We would recomend that you check the bed out completely before renting.

  • Stayed July 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Service
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yosouup, Guest Relations Manager at The Wilkie's Inn (Clarion Collection), responded to this review
22 July 2011
We are glad to hear what we do right and what we do wrong. All of our rooms are comfortable with fridge and micro wave. Our hotel do provide comfortable beds as well but it's a personal touch for some people how they feel it. Some are firm and some are very comfy. So the first room you had may have a comfy bed and the second room that was changed may have firm bed. I am glad that your issue was handled properly by the front agent and that is our goal to make sure the guests at our hotel do have a comfortable sleep. I want to thank you for your review in this matter.
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  • Clarion Collection Pacific Grove
  • Pacific Grove Clarion
Address: 1038 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Price range (per night):* INR4,347 - 13,877

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