Alta Mesa Travel Guide

Monterey

A coastal bridge with steep cliffs and ocean waves.
A street with a coffee shop named "Peel's Coffee & Tea" and a pharmacy.
A quaint house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with pink flowers and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Alta Mesa attractions

A street with a coffee shop named "Peel's Coffee & Tea" and a pharmacy.

Munras Avenue

8.6/10 (435 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Things to do

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

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

฿674
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Picture 9 for Activity Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

฿2,092
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Big Sur California: Pacific Coast Highway Self-Drive Tour

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

฿455
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
Monterey: 17-Mile Drive Self-Guided Audio Tour

Independent Tour Guide For The Scenic 17 Mile Drive With GPS Audio Stories

฿455
per traveller
84% of travellers recommend
Independent Tour Guide For The Scenic 17 Mile Drive With GPS Audio Stories
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

฿1,181
per traveller
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

฿2,193
per adult
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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Top hotels in Alta Mesa

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,306 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿2,306
฿2,659 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,894 reviews)
"Family Fun was had by all."

Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026

Stargazer Hotel
Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

3.5 out of 5
755 Abrego Street Monterey CA
The price is ฿4,935 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,935
฿6,557 total
29 Nov - 30 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 ...
Hotel Abrego
Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey

2.5 out of 5
1058 Munras Ave. Monterey CA
The price is ฿1,903 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿1,903
฿2,318 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room easy parking"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Arbor Inn Monterey
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

2 out of 5
850 Abrego St Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,326 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿2,326
฿2,872 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn

2.5 out of 5
1100 Munras Avenue Monterey CA
The price is ฿3,611 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿3,611
฿4,138 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Best Western Park Crest 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 ฿6,716 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
฿6,716
฿7,986 total
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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! (3,748 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel just steps from the wharf. Clean and comfortable. Will definitely stay again."

Reviewed on 4 Nov 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
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Where to stay in Alta Mesa

Find the best Alta Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aquarium with a large circular window displaying marine life.

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 Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

A coastal pier with restaurants and a palm tree.

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal golf course with a beach, ocean, and residential areas in the background.

Monterey Vista

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

A street with various shops, including a canning company and a seafood restaurant.

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 Waterfront while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A coastal landscape with a prominent green hill, a beach, and a lighthouse.

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.

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