Old Monterey Travel Guide

Monterey

A theater with a marquee advertising a live stage show.
A theater marquee advertising a live stage show, a cafe, and a storefront with a sign for 'Kokos'.
A building with a glass facade, a balcony, and multiple flags.
A garden with brick pathways, flowering plants, and a stone wall.
A white house with a dark roof, surrounded by potted plants and a brick pathway.

Stay near popular Old Monterey attractions

Things to do


Top hotels in Old Monterey

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is ฿5,479 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,479
฿6,430 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Hotel Pacific
Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel

2 out of 5
386 Pacific St. Monterey CA
The price is ฿5,664 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿5,664
฿6,456 total
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"The Merritt House was very pleasant and centrally located. The property is historic and really quite lovely. Our room was spotless and very spacious with a fireplace and in room amenities. For longer stays there is plenty of storage space. The room had French doors that opened out into a garden with ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Merritt House Hotel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is ฿8,368 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿8,368
฿9,904 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 ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is ฿6,381 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿6,381
฿7,655 total
5 Oct - 6 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 Mission Inn
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is ฿8,094 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿8,094
฿10,687 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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. ...
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is ฿10,927 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿10,927
฿12,603 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! (1,674 reviews)
"Beautiful place. Amazing views! Very comfortable bed. On-site restaurants delicious. We were very impressed and pleased with everything 🙂."

Reviewed on 9 Sept 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Old Monterey

Find the best Old Monterey areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

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.



Old Monterey Travel Guide