Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Monterey

A coastal landscape with a view of the ocean, rocky coastline, and dense greenery.
A sunset over the ocean with waves crashing on rocks.
A rocky outcrop with birds perched on it, surrounded by calm water and boats in the background.
A rocky coastline with cliffs, sparse vegetation, and a view of the ocean.
A school of jellyfish in clear blue water.

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 ฿7,193 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
฿7,193
฿8,539 total
14 Nov - 15 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 ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is ฿4,655 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
฿4,655
฿5,473 total
15 Nov - 16 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! (1,907 reviews)
"Great location/ nice space in the suite More than enough room for myself and my teenage daughter and convenient to downtown and fisherman's wharf"

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

Hotel Pacific
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

2.5 out of 5
675 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,965 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿2,965
฿3,402 total
1 Nov - 2 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,113 reviews)
"It was great experience everything was near by nd at walking distance."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is ฿3,597 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿3,597
฿4,114 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (1,815 reviews)
"Unfortunately, I didn’t realize there’s no AC and it was excessively hot this weekend. So the windows had to be open and the street was the loudest street I have ever had outside a hotel. The front desk did bring a fan to the room, so the sleeping temp ended up being good. But it was unbearable in ..."

Reviewed on 20 Oct 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 ฿6,549 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿6,549
฿7,624 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,790 reviews)
"I will be booking again.."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Monterey Bay Lodge

Monterey Bay Lodge

2.5 out of 5
55 Camino Aguajito Monterey CA
The price is ฿2,946 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
฿2,946
฿3,765 total
28 Oct - 29 Oct
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"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

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