Monterey Wine Country, CA

Travel Guide

Point Lobos State Reserve which includes landscape views, mountains and forest scenes
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring flowers, religious elements and a monument
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse showing a lighthouse and general coastal views
Carmel featuring street scenes, shopping and autumn leaves

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel featuring signage, a city and street scenes

Downtown Monterey

The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

Golden Rectangle
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

While visiting Northwest Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

Northwest Carmel
Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes marine life and interior views

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

New Monterey
Forest Theater Guild featuring theater scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

While Southeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Southeast Carmel
Winter beach day in Carmel. #lifeatexpedia

Northeast Carmel

Though Northeast Carmel might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

Northeast Carmel
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1400 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is AED 449 per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
AED 449
AED 510 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,032 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful customer service at check-in."

Reviewed on 11 March 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Lovers Point Inn
Lovers Point Inn
2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
The price is AED 474 per night from Mar 12 to Mar 13
AED 474
AED 540 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Mar - 13 Mar
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Amazing staff & location."

Reviewed on 7 March 2025

Lovers Point Inn
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 out of 5
1441 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is AED 715 per night from Mar 17 to Mar 18
AED 715
AED 892 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Mar - 18 Mar
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,224 reviews)
"We stayed here for my daughter’s SAT, and I was looking for somewhere with a pool and a full hot breakfast that we could eat and run. The room was very clean and quiet, and they had a full breakfast buffet. You could also go to the made to order station for an omelette or pancakes. Definitely recommend. ..."

Reviewed on 10 March 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
On the water in Pacific Grove
On the water in Pacific Grove
Pacific Grove
Stay at this vacation home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (68 reviews)
Awesome location but….
"Location of this house is phenomenal!! Path and beach directly across the street! Couple of issues with the house: couldn’t use gas fireplace as there was a bad odor that did not dissipate, broken children’s toy found under the sheets on one bed, a used earplug found in floor under bed in bedroom, ..."

Reviewed on 20 January 2025

On the water in Pacific Grove
Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Seaside
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (259 reviews)
Happy in Seaside
"loved it"

Reviewed on 15 January 2025

Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
The perfect Monterey Bay vacation home
The perfect Monterey Bay vacation home
Seaside
Book a stay at this golf vacation home in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (163 reviews)
Great Stay close to nearby attractions.
"Had a great time staying at this property. The house is walking distance to a grocery store and a great donut shop. The Monterey Bay Aquarium was just a short drive away. We were pleasantly surprised that you could see the bay from the patio! We also enjoyed putting together one of the many puzzles ..."

Reviewed on 27 February 2025

The perfect Monterey Bay vacation home
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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