Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Point Lobos State Reserve featuring forest scenes, a lake or waterhole and landscape views
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring a monument, religious elements and flowers
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse
Carmel featuring street scenes, autumn leaves and shopping

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

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

Downtown Monterey
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(11 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
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.

New Monterey
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

Southeast Carmel
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

5/5(12 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Carmel
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1400 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is ฿4,388 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿4,388
฿4,979 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,105 reviews)
"The breakfast was yummy."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,085 reviews)
"Closr"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Lovers Point Inn
Monarch Resort

Monarch Resort

2.5 out of 5
1111 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, a sauna and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (884 reviews)
"I was blown away when I saw the size of the rooms. Heated pool and spa was really nice too!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025

Monarch Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 7 outdoor pools and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,051 reviews)
"Check in was great and very helpful! Will be back again!"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 outdoor pools and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,113 reviews)
"Full kitchen was great. Used washer and dryer. Very useful"

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2025

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1736 State St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum ...
7.6/10 Good! (30 reviews)
"It was very nice and convenient"

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2025

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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