Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Point Lobos State Reserve showing forests, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring religious elements, heritage elements and a monument
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse
Carmel which includes street scenes, autumn leaves and shopping

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel featuring a city, street scenes and nightlife

Downtown Monterey

5/5(5 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Monterey
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

New Monterey
Forest Theater Guild which includes a garden and theatre scenes

Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

Southeast Carmel
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

5/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Northwest Carmel
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1400 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is NZ$320 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
NZ$320
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,139 reviews)
"Nice rooms, great breakfast but no coffee pots in the room"

Reviewed on 20 Sept 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,113 reviews)
"This place won't blow your mind, but it is placed across the street from a park and 2 beaches. 10 out of 10 for location"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

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Lovers Point Inn
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

3 out of 5
1150 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,282 reviews)
"Had a great weekend at Lighthouse cottages. Walking distance to the beach and the lighthouse and pet friendly."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

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Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages
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Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366

Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366

Pacific Grove
Book a stay at this beach condo in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
"Wonderful view from the deck. Updated patio furniture is much needed but it worked"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366
Oceanfront Home with Spectacular Views on Monterey Bay.

Oceanfront Home with Spectacular Views on Monterey Bay.

Pacific Grove
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (241 reviews)
"This is the funnest, most beautiful place and area that I have ever stayed at. Check-in was easy, and had everything we wanted and needed. Was great in every way. We walked to Cannery Row every day. The coast is so beautiful. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Oceanfront Home with Spectacular Views on Monterey Bay.
Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas

Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas

Seaside
Stay at this vacation home in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Great location and Navid was a great host!"

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas
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Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium featuring interior views and marine life

Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Cannery Row showing a beach as well as a small group of people

Cannery Row

4/5(17 reviews)

Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.

Cannery Row
Carmel Beach which includes landscape views and a beach as well as an individual female

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Fisherman\'s Wharf featuring boating and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(31 reviews)

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Fisherman's Wharf
Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach Golf Links

4.5/5(18 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Del Monte Forest at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Pebble Beach Golf Links
Lovers Point

Lovers Point

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Lovers Point

Cities near Monterey Wine Country

Carmel showing a house and autumn leaves

Carmel

King City

King City

Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove

17-Mile Drive

Pebble Beach