Old Monterey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A street with various shops, including a canning company and a seafood restaurant.
A coastal road winding through a mountainous landscape with a bridge over the ocean.
A street scene with a cinema, cafe, and a store named Old Monterey.
An aquarium with a large circular window displaying marine life.
A theater with a marquee advertising a live stage show.

Stay near popular Old Monterey attractions

A marina with boats docked, a pier, and a building with a blue facade.

Waterfront

9.4/10 (2,246 reviews)
Enjoy a trip to Waterfront and popular activities such as golfing in Monterey. Discover the area's seafood restaurants and its acclaimed art galleries.
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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: 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
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

NZ$114
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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 Old Monterey Hotel Deals

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is NZ$265 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
NZ$265
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (1,949 reviews)
"It was wonderful! We had stayed several times!"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hotel Pacific
Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel

2 out of 5
386 Pacific St. Monterey CA
The price is NZ$380 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$380
29 Nov - 30 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Merritt House Hotel
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$387 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
NZ$387
30 Nov - 1 Dec
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! (3,757 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is NZ$434 per night from 9 Dec to 10 Dec
NZ$434
9 Dec - 10 Dec
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. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,781 reviews)
"Diego at the front desk is the nicest ever. I am a Monterey guy, visiting for my mother’s funeral, and he was incredibly kind and supportive."

Reviewed on 11 Nov 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is NZ$698 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
NZ$698
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is NZ$258 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
NZ$258
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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 Old Monterey

Find the best Old Monterey areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Old Monterey
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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 coastal bridge with steep cliffs and ocean waves.

Alta Mesa

While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.

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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