Haunted in Monterey?

Halloween enthusiasts, get ready for a spine-tingling journey into the supernatural at The Monterey Hotel, a historic gem nestled in the heart of downtown Monterey. Long surrounded by whispers of ghostly encounters, this charming hotel harbors eerie tales that have both captivated and spooked guests for decades. Among the spirits that roam these haunted halls, a few stand out with unforgettable stories.

One of the most infamous is Fred, affectionately known to staff as the "Maintenance Ghost." Fred was once a real maintenance worker at the hotel in the 1950s, dedicated to keeping things running smoothly—until the day he passed away on the job. Even after death, Fred’s work isn’t done. Guests and employees alike have witnessed his lingering spirit, especially near the “Employees-Only” section of the hotel. In one unsettling incident, a bellman quit on the spot after seeing Fred's ghostly figure walking down the hallway in a mirror, only to vanish behind a closed door. Fred, with his never-ending dedication, is also known for playful antics, like meddling with TVs and clock radios in Room 217, and mysteriously making guests’ cell phones display eerie sequences of 7s and 5s.

Fred isn’t the only spirit that lingers. There’s also a young girl who roams the halls. Housekeepers, especially those who are mothers, have reported feeling a small, unseen hand gently holding theirs as they walk down the hallway as if the girl is searching for comfort. Her presence is tender, but it leaves an unmistakable chill of mystery.

Then there's the Edwardian gentleman, always dressed in high-hatted finery, who occasionally appears in the mirror facing the front desk. Many believe this ghostly figure is the hotel's original architect, who passed away in 1936 but seems to still keep a watchful eye over his creation.

But the paranormal tales don’t stop there. Noted author Jeff Dwyer once recorded a startling disembodied "Hello" echoing from the second floor. Staff members have experienced icy touches, objects mysteriously moving around, and doors swinging open without explanation. And it’s not just the hotel—rumor has it that the Walgreens next door, once a morgue, is also haunted. Employees at Walgreens refuse to enter the back room after dark, fearing the eerie energy that remains.

So, have you dared to stay at The Monterey Hotel? Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, the haunted history of this hotel invites you to experience the supernatural for yourself. Book your stay—if you’re brave enough—and become part of our ghostly narrative. After all, you never know who might be checking in alongside you.