Lighthouse District Travel Guide
Monterey
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Things to do
Monterey CA 17 Mile Self Guided GPS App Driving Tour
฿394
per traveller
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
฿295
per adult
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
฿2,033
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
฿2,460
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Explore Big Sur: Self-Guided Audio Tour from Monterey or Morro Bay
฿492
per traveller
78% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
฿656
per traveller
Top hotels in Lighthouse District
Cannery Row Inn
200 Foam St Monterey Monterey CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,295 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿5,295
฿6,029 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
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! (1,350 reviews)
"The property location was nice. I didn't like the idea that there was no front desk staff in the morning just a virtual meeting.who was a person but I could only communicate via virtual meeting platform. Did not feel very secure with not having staff on site in case issues arise"
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Victorian Inn
487 Foam St Monterey CA
The price is ฿5,919 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿5,919
฿6,745 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,560 reviews)
"Great staff. Comfortable bed. Breakfast 👍 great location"
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
Wave Street Inn
571 Wave Street Monterey CA
The price is ฿7,407 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
฿7,407
฿8,425 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"The best thing about it was the location. We could walk to Cannery Row and good restaurants. The only other good thing about it was the showerhead."
Reviewed on 12 Sept 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ฿8,405 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿8,405
฿9,948 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (3,653 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay. From the Valet Parking to the Housekeeping Staff. Room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is ฿6,070 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿6,070
฿7,314 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 ...
Carmel Bay View Inn
Junipero Street Between 5th And 6th St Carmel CA
The price is ฿7,241 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿7,241
฿8,166 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,801 reviews)
"We received a confirmation to be in room 204 and when we checked in at 3:05 they had given our room away and the only room left was adjacent to the pool. The pool is open 9 to 7 and the people using the pool sounded like they were in our room. I had called after I made the reservation and requested ..."
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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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Open Photo by Ana Sals
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.
