WELCOME TO JABBERWOCK INN! Our Monterey Bed and Breakfast Inn was named after the Lewis Carroll poem from his famous book, "Through the Looking Glass." The ambiance of our seven room inn is light-hearted, warmly comfortable, and decidedly upscale.

We enjoy meeting and caring for our local to international guests. Many come for romance, others are in town for conferences or business meetings, some come as a group for a family reunion ... many return often to re-experience the beautiful blend of elegance and innocence that is woven into every aspect of Jabberwock Inn!

We look forward to meeting you and making your stay a magical adventure ...

John Hickey & Dawn Perez

JABBERWOCK INN ... AT A GLANCE

Concierge available to help you plan your Monterey stay.
Small Wedding and Conference Facilities.
Delicious breakfasts with vegetarian and vegan options available.
Sherry and hors d'oeuvres served on our glassed-in sun porch.
Comfortable chairs for reading and tables for puzzles and games.
Cold beverages available 24 hours.
In room massage (requires seven days advance notice)
Very comfortable bathrobes and practical hair dryers are provided.
Purchase VIP tickets for the Aquarium to avoid standing in line.
Many games to choose from, including "Alice's" Chess Board.
Half acre garden with waterfalls plus a new Bocce Ball Court.
Comfortable living room and dining room with cozy fireplaces.
Library for Lewis Carroll and John Steinbeck browsers.
Fireplaces, Jacuzzis and Bay Views in several rooms.
Newspapers: San Jose Mercury News and Monterey Herald
Free Parking in our private secluded gardens.

HISTORY

This Craftsman-style home was built in 1911 for Eva & Wilber George.

In 1937 the Widow George gave the property to the Victory Mission Sisters who held Catechism classes for all of the Catholic youngsters in New Monterey.

In 1972 the convent was sold to a private party who then leased it to several different religious groups for use as a popular retreat over the next nine years.

In 1981 Barbara and Jim Allen purchased the home and converted it into a bed and breakfast, one of the first on the Monterey Peninsula. Jim Allen, a former volunteer with the Los Angeles School District, fell in love with the Lewis Carroll tales while working with the children. He brought "Alice's story" to life at Jabberwock Inn. (click to read more about the Lewis Carroll poem)

The inn changed hands in 1996, when it was purchased by Joan and John Kiliany. They owned and personally operated the inn until they sold it to the present owners/operators, John Hickey and Dawn Perez in August 2007.

BREAKFAST
Please join us each morning for a freshly prepared, elegantly presented breakfast. The full breakfast is made up of such delectables as Snarkleberry Flumptious, Phantasmagoria, or another wondrous fulsome treat.

EVENING HORS D'OEUVRES
Every evening at 5 o'clock our ringing bell beckons you to enjoy tantalizing hors d'oeuvres, sherry, wine and other beverages on the enclosed sun porch overlooking Monterey Bay and our estate gardens.

SNACKS
Coffee, Tea and Hot Chocolate drinks are available on the Sun Porch throughout the day and night. You will also find an array of nibbles. And guests are tucked into bed with fresh baked cookies and milk!

WEDDINGS: Jabberwock Inn is a beautiful setting for an elopement or wedding and reception. Contact innkeeper Dawn Perez to discuss your special day: 831.372.4777!
GARDENS: Jabberwock Inn is nestled on a half-acre of colorful gardens and waterfalls, plus our new Bocce Ball Court. You will delight in the visual banquet that will greet you upon arrival at this Monterey Bed and Breakfast Inn!
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Jabberwock Inn: 598 Laine Street, Monterey, CA 93940-1312
toll free: 888.428.7253 :: 831.372.4777 :: fax 831.655.2946
email: innkeeper@jabberwockinn.com