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.

Old Monterey
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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.

Lighthouse District
17-Mile Drive showing general coastal views and rocky coastline

Skyline Forest

While Skyline Forest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue.

Skyline Forest
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is SAR 748 per night from Apr 7 to Apr 8
SAR 748
SAR 887 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Apr - 8 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! (2,546 reviews)
"Nice hotel!"

Reviewed on 31 March 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 SAR 1,178 per night from Apr 20 to Apr 21
SAR 1,178
SAR 1,358 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! (1,236 reviews)
"Amazing stay in the heart of Monteray!"

Reviewed on 29 March 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel
The Monterey Hotel
3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is SAR 469 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
SAR 469
SAR 535 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 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! (1,134 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 30 March 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! (30 reviews)
Great home, new, clean!
"Great family time in this newly renovated home. Good back yard for cornhole. All the amenities we needed. Nice and clean!"

Reviewed on 29 March 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)
Great stay, clean and calm
"Only issue is the lingering smell of cigarettes' in the room, even though they are non smoking rooms."

Reviewed on 22 November 2024

2 Queens Near Downtown Monterey
Spacious, quiet home close to Monterey, Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Laguna Seca.
Spacious, quiet home close to Monterey, Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Laguna Seca.
Monterey
Stay at this vacation home in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and in-room jetted tubs. Popular attractions WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca and Laguna Seca ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (14 reviews)
"Great location and view! Jeff answered my questions in Avery timely manner"

Reviewed on 26 March 2025

Spacious, quiet home close to Monterey, Carmel, Carmel Valley, and Laguna Seca.
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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