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

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

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

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Beautiful hotel with perfect location to downtown Monterey. Would definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2026

Hotel Pacific

The Stevenson Monterey

The Monterey Hotel
"the hotel is a nice older building; in general it was clean, spotless, as was the room. we stayed one night; basically arrived in Monterey, sight seed, then went to the hotel to shower and sleep. the building apparently has had additions and modifications. took the elevator to our floor; getting ..."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"The place and food were great."
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Monterey Bay Lodge
"Our room was extremely clean. We stay in many hotels along the coast and I was very impressed at how this lodge is maintained, inside and out. We especially enjoyed the outside common areas and used our balcony a lot! The proximity to the water and restaurants and shopping was an added bonus. We ..."
Reviewed on 20 Oct 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, 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.


















