Alta Mesa Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
17-Mile Drive
Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Del Monte Beach
Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.
Activities
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Our pick of the best Alta Mesa Hotel Deals
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Room was clean, staff was friendly. There was no do not disturb sign so I figured they did not do housekeeping during stays. Turns out they do, I was pretty upset that someone was in my room without my knowledge.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Hotel Abrego
The good: Staff was friendly. Place was very clean. Good proximity to tourist attractions. The bad: Some frustration with magnetic key cards. And room noise level not great. They really need better sound proofing. You can hear all the rooms around you.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Would definitely stay here again. The room was spacious, clean, and the staff were friendly. The AC/heater was a bit noisy but worked fine. I also had some noisy neighbors above me but luckily they checked out after night one.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Park Crest was clean, quiet, and comfortable - the room was spotless and had everything we needed for a weekend stay. The desk staff was welcoming and friendly and breakfast was great! It was only a few minutes from the Row, the wharf and downtown. We’ll definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Arbor Inn Monterey
It was clean and in a good location
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Munras Inn
Friendly man at front desk. Clean room. Comfortable bed.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa
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 Waterfront or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.
Oak Grove
While Oak Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Del Monte Golf Course.
Skyline Forest
Skyline Forest might not have many top sights, but Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
