Alta Mesa Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A coastal bridge with steep cliffs and ocean waves.
A street with a coffee shop named "Peel's Coffee & Tea" and a pharmacy.
A quaint house with a tiled roof, surrounded by a garden with pink flowers and lush greenery.

Stay near popular Alta Mesa attractions

A street with a coffee shop named "Peel's Coffee & Tea" and a pharmacy.

Munras Avenue

8.6/10 (435 reviews)
Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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Activities

Picture 9 for Activity Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

NZ$109
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

NZ$123
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

NZ$132
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Whale Watching Tour

NZ$123
per adult
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1

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

NZ$35
per traveller
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

NZ$115
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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Our pick of the best Alta Mesa Hotel Deals

Stargazer Hotel

Stargazer Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1046 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is NZ$225 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$225
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
Stargazer Hotel
Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey

2.5 out of 5
1058 Munras Ave. Monterey CA
The price is NZ$256 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$256
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"The property and staff were excellent! I booked 2 rooms, will definitely come back next year."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

Arbor Inn Monterey
Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn

2.5 out of 5
1100 Munras Avenue Monterey CA
The price is NZ$314 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$314
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room,comfy beds, and fast problem resolution with clogged toilet."

Reviewed on 20 July 2026

Best Western Park Crest Inn
Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

3.5 out of 5
755 Abrego Street Monterey CA
The price is NZ$433 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$433
18 Aug - 19 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Hotel Abrego
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$590 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$590
2 Aug - 3 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! (3,437 reviews)
"The hotel is thoughtfully designed. The lobby is beautiful. The location is great. We really enjoyed our stay. There were a lot of families with young kids visiting when we were there with our older son. At times, the families were loud and disruptive. We had one sunny day warm enough to swim, but ..."

Reviewed on 22 July 2026

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 NZ$554 per night from 18 Aug to 19 Aug
NZ$554
18 Aug - 19 Aug
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
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Our guide on where to stay in Alta Mesa

Find the best Alta Mesa areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal scene with a pier, clear blue water, and a sandy beach.
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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 Monterey State Beach or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.

Three jellyfish with translucent bodies and orange and white patterns against a blue background.
Photo by Ana Sals
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.

A coastal golf course with a beach, ocean, and residential areas in the background.

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.

A coastal bridge with a mountainous backdrop and ocean waves.

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 Monterey State Historic Park or Waterfront while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A coastal landscape with a prominent green hill, a beach, and a lighthouse.

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.

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