Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Monterey
Stay near popular Downtown Monterey attractions
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

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

Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay

Scenic 17-Mile Self-Guided Driving Audio Tour

Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

The Monterey Hotel
"The place was old which should be fine, however, the carpets in the hallway and rooms was very dirty. There is no AC which I think should have been made more clear on the booking site. There was a large gap between the door and the jam in my room. This made me very uncomfortable as my room was right ..."
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Hotel Pacific

The Stevenson Monterey
"Nice and Clean!"
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Monterey Bay Lodge
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Where to stay in Downtown Monterey

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, Cannery Row and Munras Avenue 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 Perry House or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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

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.

















