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
92% 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: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

NZ$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Anytime Admission

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

NZ$40
per adult
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay

NZ$167
per adult
Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay
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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$140 per night from 2 Dec to 3 Dec
NZ$140
2 Dec - 3 Dec
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,889 reviews)
"Big, clean spacious rooms"

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Stargazer Hotel
Hotel Abrego

Hotel Abrego

3.5 out of 5
755 Abrego Street Monterey CA
The price is NZ$345 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$345
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Hotel Abrego
Arbor Inn Monterey

Arbor Inn Monterey

2.5 out of 5
1058 Munras Ave. Monterey CA
The price is NZ$121 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
NZ$121
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location, easy to walk to the warf Inexpensive, large room. The check in was odd with a virtual person. The key cards were set out in advance. Room was large with a fire place and an ac unit that worked GREAT. Room had an odd smell, I got candles and forgot about it. I always bring flip flops ..."

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Arbor Inn Monterey
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

2 out of 5
850 Abrego St Monterey CA
The price is NZ$151 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$151
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Best Western Park Crest Inn

Best Western Park Crest Inn

2.5 out of 5
1100 Munras Avenue Monterey CA
The price is NZ$223 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
NZ$223
15 Nov - 16 Nov
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 ...
Best Western Park Crest Inn
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$369 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
NZ$369
28 Nov - 29 Nov
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
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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.
An aquarium with a large circular window displaying marine life.

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 Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

A coastal pier with restaurants and a palm tree.

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, Munras Avenue and Golden State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

A street with various shops, including a canning company and a seafood restaurant.

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 Perry House 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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