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

Hotel Pacific
"Lovely hotel, clean, well equipped, superb location"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
"Was noisy!"
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"room was ok but water pressure very low in bathroom . extremely noisy from the streets and we were on 4 th floor. also birds noisy starting at 6 am . room ok but too noisy. no parking, no food."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Nice, clean room. Close to fisherman’s wharf and Cannery Row. Nice walkable area."
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Monterey Bay Lodge
"Very comfortable room was clean ."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
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.


















