Monterey, CA

Travel Guide

A sandy beach with footprints, a wooden fence, and a clear blue sky.
A white lighthouse with a green door and windows, a flag, and a clear blue sky.
A coastal landscape with a beach, turquoise waters, and surrounding hills.
A coastal bridge with a mountainous backdrop and ocean waves.
An aquarium with sharks and rays swimming above a crowd of visitors.

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Where to stay in Monterey

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New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.

Old Monterey

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 Monterey State Historic Park or Waterfront while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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 Dennis the Menace Playground might round out your trip.

Lighthouse District

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.

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 Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row.

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
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 ...
The Monterey Hotel
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