Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Monterey

An aquarium with a large circular window displaying marine life.
A nighttime street view with a red building labeled "Monterey Canning Co." and parked cars.
A coastal scene with a pier, clear blue water, and a sandy beach.
A whale breaching with its tail above the water, a beach, and mountains in the background.
A street scene with a cinema, cafe, and a store named Old Monterey.

Stay near popular Downtown Monterey attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ฿6,119 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿6,119
฿7,289 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
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! (3,758 reviews)
"Paid 5.99 for water + 29 for parking where's as its free in most of the places..."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is ฿4,479 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
฿4,479
฿5,268 total
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,950 reviews)
"Our third stay here. Everything was great. Love the fireplace in room. Everything within walking distance. We will be back 😀"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hotel Pacific
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

2.5 out of 5
675 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,949 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿2,949
฿3,383 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Stevenson Monterey
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,976 per night from 1 Dec to 2 Dec
฿2,976
฿3,414 total
1 Dec - 2 Dec
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,833 reviews)
"Centrally located for easy walking distance to waterfront, restaurants, etc.. We had a room on Calle Principal and the noise was loud at times, making for difficult sleeping."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is ฿4,397 per night from 3 Dec to 4 Dec
฿4,397
฿5,174 total
3 Dec - 4 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge

2.5 out of 5
55 Camino Aguajito Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,441 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
฿2,441
฿3,193 total
12 Nov - 13 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 pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Monterey Bay Lodge
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Where to stay in Downtown Monterey

Find the best Downtown Monterey areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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, Munras Avenue and Golden State Theatre 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 Perry House 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.



Downtown Monterey Travel Guide