Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
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Activities
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
NZ$106
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
NZ$119
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
NZ$128
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
NZ$135
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
NZ$111
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
NZ$39
per adult
Our pick of the best Downtown Monterey Hotel Deals
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is NZ$542 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$542
6 July - 7 July
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! (3,347 reviews)
"Amazing place to stay, so close to everything and the hotel was clean, classy and the staff was very friendly!"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
The Monterey Hotel
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is NZ$265 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$265
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,705 reviews)
"The location of the hotel can’t be better. Walking to restaurants the pier etc. this is our secondtime staying here. The carpets downstairs are worn but the room was beautiful. Beds comfortable but room hot no ac. The staff are wonderful"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Hotel Pacific
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is NZ$368 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$368
7 July - 8 July
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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,677 reviews)
"Been staying in their very spacious cozy rooms with a replace for 30 years. Love the architecture and walkability. It’s time for a refurbishment"
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
700 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is NZ$404 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$404
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,798 reviews)
"Very cute hotel with a Spanish motif in Monterey. Very close to the wharf and Cannery Row. Room was clean and spacious. TV was non-responsive unless you were streaming from your phone or laptop. Parking and water pressure were terrible. Had a fireplace in the room, which was a nice touch. $17 for ..."
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
675 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is NZ$269 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$269
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff at check in was very friendly. Room was clean. Hotel was pretty old but the room was remodeled at some point. Price was good for Monterey and it was close to downtown. Stayed one night only while driving up the coast. The cathedral was a couple min walk for me to attend morning Mass so that ..."
Reviewed on 1 July 2026
Monterey Marriott
350 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is NZ$625 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$625
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Property and staff were very nice. Sage at the pool bar was fun and helpful, and made wonderful drinks. Hotel rooms and property was a run down and felt older than other marriott hotels."
Reviewed on 27 June 2026
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Monterey
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New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and Steinbeck Plaza are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
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.
Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
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