Monterey, CA

Travel Guide

Carmel Beach which includes general coastal views, landscape views and a sandy beach
Monterey
Monterey showing general coastal views and heritage architecture
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park which includes a sandy beach, general coastal views and landscape views
Monterey showing rocky coastline, general coastal views and a bridge

Monterey Travel Guide Video

Where to stay in Monterey

Carmel featuring signage, a city and street scenes

Downtown Monterey

4.5/5(251 area reviews)

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
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
Golden State Theatre showing theater scenes and a city

Old Monterey

4.5/5(453 area reviews)

Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for is pristine beaches, ample dining options, and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue.

Monterey Vista
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Lighthouse District

4.5/5(258 area reviews)

Lighthouse District is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, ample dining options, and popular aquarium, and you might also want to make a stop by Cannery Row, a top sight in the neighborhood.

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Alta Mesa

If you're spending some time in Alta Mesa, Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.

Alta Mesa
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is AED 757 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
AED 757
AED 898 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,553 reviews)
"Spacious room. Very convenient location. Good facilities."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
The price is AED 1,154 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 1,154
AED 1,329 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,261 reviews)
Outstanding
"We were a family of 9 adults and every single person in our group talked about how impressed we all were with this hotel. The location, the food, the cleanliness, the amenities, the atmosphere, the decor - almost everything was 5 star. The only thing I would change is the mattress - it was uncomfortable ..."

Reviewed on 13 April 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
The Monterey Hotel
3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is AED 592 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
AED 592
AED 673 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,154 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 11 April 2025

The Monterey Hotel
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.
Monterey Bay Ocean Peak Home Near Carmel & Pebble Beach 4 Bed 3.5 Bath & AC
Monterey Bay Ocean Peak Home Near Carmel & Pebble Beach 4 Bed 3.5 Bath & AC
2 out of 5
Del Rey Oaks
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium ...
10/10 Exceptional! (31 reviews)
Great stay and perfect for a group of friends or family.
"We enjoyed our stay and would recommend. We would stay here again."

Reviewed on 11 April 2025

Monterey Bay Ocean Peak Home Near Carmel & Pebble Beach 4 Bed 3.5 Bath & AC
2 Queens Near Downtown Monterey
2 Queens Near Downtown Monterey
Monterey
Enjoy cable/satellite TV service, an in-room coffeemaker, and air conditioning. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are located ...
6.8/10 (7 reviews)
Convenient location and friendly staff
"It was clean with a friendly staff. Nothing frilly but a good value for the price and easy access to the highway and downtown. We'll stay here again."

Reviewed on 20 March 2025

2 Queens Near Downtown Monterey
Cozy Oaks | A coastal getaway with idyllic scenery!
Cozy Oaks | A coastal getaway with idyllic scenery!
2 out of 5
Del Rey Oaks
Stay at this vacation home in Monterey. Enjoy a garden and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Monterey/seaside visit
"Really great house for our family visit. Perfect size, clean and comfortable. Checkin - I’ve rented several VRBO before, by far the most complicated to get the information, but it did work out and the company did respond to email."

Reviewed on 8 February 2025

Cozy Oaks | A coastal getaway with idyllic scenery!
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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