Jacks Peak Travel Guide
Monterey

Visit Jacks Peak
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: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in Jacks Peak

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Wonderful stay. Was only there one night and wish it would have been longer! Great location."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"It was very clean and the room was spacious with a sofa and little table. We had the king balcony room and there were chairs and a fire pit out front. The hotel room smelled fresh and the linens were clean. Location was great , local pub and restaurants walking distance and a short drive to the towns. ..."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"The hotel smells amazing, the atmosphere is very pleasant. It's in a great location. My struggle was the bed absolutely the worst bed very worn out with huge wallows in it. Everything else was great. Time to change the mattress."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"This is a nice play to stay with reasonable rates in Monterey. Our room was pretty big and we slept comfortably all three nights. It was super quiet in the evenings. The in-room refrigerator was not cooling when we arrived, but was fine a few hours later. I noticed right after checking in that the ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"If you are into a historic hotel, this is your place! It has kept the feel of an older inn with the high ceilings, moldings, light fixtures, furniture, etc. It is very charming. Everything was clean and well kept. My only complaints include not having liquid soap in the shower / bath dispenser (and ..."
Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Jacks Peak

Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Dennis the Menace Playground or Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

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, Cannery Row and Munras Avenue 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 Monterey State Historic Park 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.















