Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Monterey



Visit Alta Mesa
Stay near popular Alta Mesa attractions
Things to do

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Alta Mesa

Stargazer Hotel
"We had a great stay at the Stargazer Hotel! The room was clean, comfortable, and perfect for our family. We stayed in the family room with three beds, which was amazing and made our stay so much more convenient. The only downside was the limited parking. Several of the covered parking spaces had ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Arbor Inn Monterey
"The inn was a nice and quiet stay. Staff was friendly, helpful, and had very quick response times. Price was extremely budget friendly. We do feel, however, that you get what you pay for. The floors were fairly dirty. Didn’t seem that way at first, but after our kids ran around the hotel room a few ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Best Western Park Crest Inn
"Hotel staff allowed me check-in early. Room is very clean and spacious, bed is really comfortable. Good viewing and good restrauant nearby. Ample parking and good breakfast provide for the whole family."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Hotel Abrego
"Very clean, great staff, and good location."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"The room was beautiful and clean. The pool and jacuzzi were great. All of the staff were super nice and helpful."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"Good hotel, cleaned, unfortunately not in town , good for business and family"
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.

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

Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.

Old Monterey
Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for its 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 neighbourhood.

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 neighbourhood.

















