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

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

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Stayed here as part of a road trip. The location was quite convenient, the staff were very helpful, and the room was comfortable and clean. Only downside was that the walls were very thin and noise traveled easily in the evening. Also even old movies were $25 in the room to rent which I think is ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"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

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Unfortunately our room was not cleaned well prior to checking in. There was blood on h desk that wasn’t wiped off."
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
"We stayed for one night as a family and had two rooms. The rooms just didn't feel completely clean, and there was a bit of staleness smell. Also, the beds were pretty uncomfortable. Staff was great during checkin and checkout."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Hotel Pacific
"Staff was friendly, but many issues: One of the elevators did not work (traveling with a child and a puppy). No extra sheets in the room for the sofa bed, had to ask. Bathtub water was extremely hot, had to get maintenance (the next morning) to replace a part for it to work. Floor had my white socks ..."
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026

Monterey Marriott
"I will not come back again"
Reviewed on 13 Jul 2026
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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, 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
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.

















