Golden Rectangle Travel Guide
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Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
NZ$107
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$121
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$130
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
NZ$35
per traveller
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
NZ$112
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
NZ$40
per adult
Our pick of the best Golden Rectangle Hotel Deals
La Playa Hotel
Camino Real at Eighth Ave. Carmel CA
The price is NZ$1,514 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$1,514
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour front desk and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Charming boutique hotel. Outstanding ambiance and service. Smaller, but beautifully decorated rooms. Breakfast service and food quality was excellent. The bar was cozy and inviting. Staff were courteous and friendly. One of our favorite hotel stays!"
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Carmel Beach Hotel
San Antonio Ave & 13th Ave Carmel CA
The price is NZ$888 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$888
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (501 reviews)
"Staff were friendly, property was clean, and in walking distance to the beach."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026
Cypress Inn
7th Avenue & Lincoln Street Carmel CA
The price is NZ$761 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$761
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Carmel Beach and 17-Mile Drive are located ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$535 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$535
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (3,615 reviews)
"Great location, comfortable, clean room- easy parking. Smell of methane gas (sewer) in Lobby for a few days."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is NZ$528 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
NZ$528
20 Sept - 21 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! (1,706 reviews)
"EV charging station - very convenience. But only 6 chargers."
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$365 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
NZ$365
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,857 reviews)
"Loose wall sockets near window. Phone did not work. Slow WiFi."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 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.
Our guide on where to stay in Golden Rectangle
Find the best Golden Rectangle areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Golden Rectangle
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Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Open Photo by Aimee Bollinger
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Photo by Terry Fletcher
Open Photo by Terry Fletcher
Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.
Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Carmel Highlands
Carmel Highlands is noteworthy for its seaside views, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Point Lobos State Natural Reserve and Gibson Beach.
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- Visit Carmel Point
- Visit Pacific Grove
- Visit Del Monte Forest
- Visit Gonzales
- Visit Aptos
- Visit Santa Cruz
- Visit Carmel
- Visit Carmel Valley
- Visit Salinas
- Visit Old Monterey
- Visit Monterey Wine Country
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- Visit Pajaro Dunes
- Visit Moss Landing
- Visit Big Sur
- Visit Monterey Bay Coastal Trail
- Visit Carmel Highlands
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- Visit Amesti
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- Visit Carmel Beach Walk
- Visit Pajaro
- Carmel Highlands Holidays
- San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater
- Monterey State Historic Park
- Sunset Center
- Carmel Holidays
- Coast Guard Pier
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Carmel Beach
- Tor House
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Jacks Peak County Park
