Lighthouse District Travel Guide
Monterey
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Things to do
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
฿2,460
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
฿2,033
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
฿656
per traveller
Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California
฿1,148
per traveller
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
฿2,132
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
฿3,116
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Lighthouse District
Cannery Row Inn
200 Foam St Monterey Monterey CA
The price is ฿5,447 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,447
฿6,200 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,344 reviews)
"Everything was not great but still ok."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Victorian Inn
487 Foam St Monterey CA
The price is ฿6,039 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿6,039
฿6,880 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,553 reviews)
"Nice and good location."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ฿8,655 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿8,655
฿10,237 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,642 reviews)
"We typically stay on Cannery Row at the InterContinental so this was our first at the Portola. PERFECT location for my husband and I and a gorgeous beachy room. He walked to the pier for a fishing day, and I was able to safely walk with others on a pedestrian trail on the boardwalk each morning. ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is ฿6,342 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿6,342
฿7,539 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,869 reviews)
"Good hotel a little far away for downtown"
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is ฿7,802 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿7,802
฿10,355 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,728 reviews)
"Pros: Staff were extremely friendly, helpful and courteous. Grounds were great--firepits with endless s'mores, heated pool, ping pong table, chess and foosball in the back for the children. Checkin/out was seamless and again the staff were all so friendly which really elevated the experience. Con: ..."
Reviewed on 8 Sept 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is ฿10,923 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿10,923
฿12,598 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,678 reviews)
"Lovely room with a view of the bay. We enjoyed listening to the sounds of seals barking. Good location -within walking distance to the aquarium and surrounding areas. Quick drive into downtown. We would stay again."
Reviewed on 7 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Lighthouse District
Find the best Lighthouse District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.
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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.
