Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Monterey
Stay near popular Downtown Monterey attractions
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: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Too convention style you are just a hotel room number"
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Hotel Pacific
"This property is in a great location with clean and charming rooms. Close to all the activities on Monterey."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
"Really nice room for it being so small...a. Bit pricey for a small room. No place to do your make up since the sink was so big. Liked that they recycled. Parking was stressful."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"Facility was clean, quite and well maintained. Desk staff was very accomodating and helpful with dining suggestions. Would not hesitate to rebook."
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"We really enjoyed our short stay. The central location was our favorite aspect—it’s a short walk to Alvarado Street, which has lots of restaurants and shops, and our favorite, the video game parlor/museum, High Score. The hotel is a large, renovated motel, with smaller but comfy rooms and very comfortable ..."
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2026

Monterey Bay Lodge
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, 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.


















