Old Monterey Travel Guide
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Visit Old Monterey
Stay near popular Old Monterey attractions
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Half Day Private Big Sur Driving Tour in California

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Top hotels in Old Monterey

Hotel Pacific
"Everything about this hotel was great. Very family friendly, great location, great breakfast. Late checkout option available for an extra fee. The elevator wasn’t working consistently so that made it a little difficult to bring all of our stuff up. But other than that I have no complaints and we ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Merritt House Hotel
"The film was amazing really nice. Wish there world have been wood in the room for the fireplace."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Everyone was very friendly and helpful. We requested early check in as we had an event we needed to get to and they were very pleasant about it and were able to accommodate."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"I would have liked to stay another day!"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Cleanliness was ok… our key had to be exchanged 3 times"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Beautiful hotel, excellent location"
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Old Monterey

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

New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and Steinbeck Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Alta Mesa
While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.















