Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide
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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 Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.
Golden Rectangle
5/5(5 area reviews)
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum and Antique Clocks are top sights worth seeing.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.
Northeast Carmel
4/5(3 area reviews)
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
1400 Del Monte Blvd Seaside CA
The price is NZ$224 per night from 5 Jan to 6 Jan
NZ$224
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,185 reviews)
Clean room
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
1441 Canyon Del Rey Blvd Seaside CA
The price is NZ$356 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$356
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,386 reviews)
The service, room, bed and breakfast was off the charts!
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Lovers Point Inn
625 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,196 reviews)
Beach is right across the street, I didn't care for the bathroom its small. Still a 5 star stay...
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366
Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this beach condo in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (244 reviews)
The location was the amenity.We could walk wherever we wanted.The apartment had everything we wanted.And the free passes to the Aquarium was an added bonus.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Seaside CA
Stay at this golf holiday home in Seaside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (295 reviews)
This is such a great little spot! Worked perfectly for our family and was close enough to fun spots in Carmel and Monterey. The hosts were great with communication and the house was well stocked with everything we needed
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown
Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (334 reviews)
This property is amazing. Very clean and comfortable for a family of 5 adults. Kitchen well stocked. Welcome folder has lots of useful information. Modern upgrades all over the house. Very safe neighborhood and close to everything you need to enjoy a great stay. The host is very responsive and helpful. ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Popular places to visit
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.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Pebble Beach Golf Links
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.
Asilomar State Beach
Wander amid the rock pools, sand dunes and forests of this special place and you’ll understand why its name translates to “refuge by the sea.”
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