Lighthouse District Travel Guide

Monterey

A coastal landscape with a prominent green hill, a beach, and a lighthouse.
A street with cars parked on the side, a crosswalk, and buildings with signs.

Things to do


Top hotels in Lighthouse District

Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

3 out of 5
487 Foam St Monterey CA
The price is ฿8,360 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿8,360
฿9,503 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,553 reviews)
"This was my second stay at this inn, and I plan on returning again! The staff was very helpful and check in was fast and efficient. We enjoyed the complimentary wine and cheese before heading out to our evening. The breakfast was great, and the location of this inn is fantastic. The rooms are older ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Victorian Inn
Cannery Row Inn

Cannery Row Inn

2 out of 5
200 Foam St Monterey Monterey CA
The price is ฿6,892 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿6,892
฿7,830 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,330 reviews)
"Great Location, easy to walk to sights. Free bus straight outside the Inn to tourist locations. Rooms were dated, bedding was clean and bright, comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

Cannery Row Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ฿9,558 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿9,558
฿11,290 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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 in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,406 reviews)
"Great location, clean, and family friendly"

Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is ฿8,763 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
฿8,763
฿10,221 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,820 reviews)
"This was such a nice place"

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is ฿13,617 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿13,617
฿15,665 total
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,621 reviews)
"The Balcony rooms have an amazing view of the Harbour with playful otters and seals."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is ฿5,364 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
฿5,364
฿6,107 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,736 reviews)
"We did not like that there were no fireplace as shown on the website. The room was extremely small. No room for an open wheel chair! We asked for a room just a little bigger than room 311 and they said sorry there’s nothing else available. There was a stained decorative pillow on the bed. There was ..."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

The Monterey Hotel
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Where to stay in Lighthouse District

Find the best Lighthouse District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

Alta Mesa

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



Lighthouse District Travel Guide