The Monterey Plaza Hotel is a gem. The facilities, rooms, views, convenient walking distance to Cannery Row are all incomparable. That said, the most amazing aspect is the staff. Pleasant, available, helpful - what a group of terrific people. This is a charming hotel that presents as an 'old world' property (the 2018 remodel was extremely well done). You will not find a better or more enjoyable hotel in all of Monterey (and surrounds) - not to mention the location right on the Pacific ocean.