Sand City Travel Guide
Seaside
Popular places to visit
Monterey State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monterey State Beach during your trip to Sand City? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Fort Ord Dunes State Park
Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.
Eolian Dunes Preserve
After visiting Eolian Dunes Preserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seaside. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Seaside at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
East Garrison Dog Park
East Garrison Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Pacchetti Dog Park
Pacchetti Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Sand City
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Clean and great staff
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
The Monterey Hotel
room was fine. but one issue was the window frame was separaated, so that drafts and wind gusts came through window into my room. There were high winds for nights i stayed there, so this was very noticeable. However I did not report it. And all else in room was good
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hyatt Carmel Highlands
This hotel has a beautiful scenery. The service was excellent. I would love to come back.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Came for a pickleball event, hotel was awesome, staff friendly we didn’t bring our dog but love the option, breakfast was very good loved the choice of either ordering off the menu or having the buffet. Location close to everything, property beautiful
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Loved the amenities and the wonderful staff
Reviewed on 25 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Eggs, bagels,pancakes, sausage, cereal muffins,grayvi, coffee and more.realy good
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Sand City
Mescal Corridor NW
When in Mescal Corridor NW, you can plan a visit to North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
