Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Monterey

Downtown Monterey
Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city
Monterey featuring general coastal views, mountains and a bridge
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views
Carmel featuring street scenes, night scenes and a city

Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿7,183 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿7,183
฿8,525 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,750 reviews)
Hotel was perfect. We celebrated anniversary without kids and it was perfect!

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,399 reviews)
Clean room. Very small. No AC. Friendly staff. Self parking across the street much better deal than hotel parking. Convenient location. Tasty coffee 😊

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿7,525 per night from 17 Nov to 18 Nov
฿7,525
฿8,731 total
17 Nov - 18 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,623 reviews)
Great hotel and the service was excellent. The tapas hour was definitely a highlight.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

2.5 out of 5
675 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,243 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿3,243
฿3,714 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
It was a lovely place I would stay there again.

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

The Stevenson Monterey
Colton Inn

Colton Inn

2.5 out of 5
707 Pacific Street, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿3,511 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,511
฿4,016 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Clean room and quiet place I woul recommend to my family relatives and friends 👍👍👍

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Colton Inn
Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott

3.5 out of 5
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is ฿6,393 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
฿6,393
฿8,273 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Yes, I had a beautiful partial view of the ocean. I did not use the internet because it was an additional charge.

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Monterey Marriott
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey

Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes

Old Monterey

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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

Old Monterey
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Oak Grove

While Oak Grove may 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 Monterey State Beach.

Oak Grove
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Alta Mesa

While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.

Alta Mesa
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Lighthouse District

4/5(9 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 neighbourhood.

Lighthouse District
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing 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.

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Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.

Monterey Vista


Downtown Monterey Travel Guide