What is Old Monterey like?

Old Monterey is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. Are you looking for Old Monterey travel tips? Make sure that you visit Waterfront and Perry House while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Old Monterey?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Pacific is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Monterey. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Fisherman's Wharf, and it offers free breakfast and private balconies. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Merritt House Hotel .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Old Monterey?

With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Old Monterey to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Monterey area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Monterey, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Old Monterey.

What is there to do around this Monterey neighbourhood?

Waterfront, Perry House and Monterey State Historic Park are just a few attractions to check out in Old Monterey. A visit to Colton Hall Museum is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey Pines Golf Club and Golden State Theatre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Old Monterey. While you're out sightseeing in Monterey, make sure that you visit other sights such as Maritime Museum or California's First Theatre.

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Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey

Brian

includes taxes & fees

1 June - 2 June

Hotel Pacific

Old Monterey

Maria De Fatima

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

New Monterey, 1.4 km from Old Monterey

Andrea

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

10.6 km from Old Monterey

Christine

includes taxes & fees

1 June - 2 June

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

13.4 km from Old Monterey

Sik Lee

includes taxes & fees

3 June - 4 June

Laurel Inn Motel

23.5 km from Old Monterey

Gary

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

24.5 km from Old Monterey

Della

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

24.4 km from Old Monterey

Troy

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 0.2 km from Old Monterey

Turker

includes taxes & fees

14 June - 15 June

Carmel Mission Inn

7 km from Old Monterey

Francisco

includes taxes & fees

11 June - 12 June

The Quail

8.6 km from Old Monterey

Robert

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Sand Castle Inn

5.1 km from Old Monterey

Sanjay

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Victorian Inn

Lighthouse District, 1.4 km from Old Monterey

Matt

includes taxes & fees

3 June - 4 June

Steinbeck Lodge

23.1 km from Old Monterey

Rita

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

4.5 km from Old Monterey

glenn

includes taxes & fees

1 June - 2 June

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

24.5 km from Old Monterey

Peggy

includes taxes & fees

8 June - 9 June

Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

Lighthouse District, 1.3 km from Old Monterey

Gage

includes taxes & fees

1 June - 2 June

Carmel Bay View Inn

5.4 km from Old Monterey

diane

includes taxes & fees

3 June - 4 June

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

3.5 km from Old Monterey

Jose

includes taxes & fees

31 May - 1 June

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

2 km from Old Monterey

antonio

includes taxes & fees

17 June - 18 June

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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

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.

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New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.

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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.

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Alta Mesa

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

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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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Top Old Monterey Hotel Reviews

Merritt House Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"We had booked 2 nights and the staff was very accommodating when we asked for a downstairs room, as the reservation was for upstairs. We also ended up staying an extra night because the location was perfect. A shout out to Erika and Tanner for helping make our stay so great! We will definitely stay there again!"

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was amazing. The amenities were perfect, the view was gorgeous. And the atmosphere was very calm. We sat in the lobby area in the evening, had breakfast in the restaraunt. Everything about this hotel was wonderful. We will be returning."

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

6/10 Okay

"Lot of trash around my bathroom was filthy I had to clean it the tub was really bad I went and purchased bathroom cleaner and made it nice I was there four days they never cleaned or even came to my room i had to chase down the Housekeeping to get toilet paper just a real crappie place to stay but cheap live and learn"

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

2/10 Terrible

"My stay for Memorial Day weekend was terrible. I booked a balcony room and was given instead a first floor room. I did not pay for a first floor room. Then the building was so far from the amenities that we felt isolated. They need to be infront about where families with pets stay and instead of me pulling teeth to get the truth about why we were placed in a terrible area of the property. Only positive, the location is close to all the sites and food"

The Monterey Hotel

2/10 Terrible

"This was the absolute worst hotel experience I have ever had. There were stains everywhere, blood marks, boogers, stains on the floors with red carpet that was probably installed in the 50s. Our door hinge was loose and door did not close properly. It was a hostel with a bathroom in it and I would not recommend it to anyone."

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Hotel Pacific

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

SpringHill Suites by Marriott The Dunes On Monterey Bay

Motel 6 Marina, CA - Monterey

Laurel Inn Motel

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Salinas by IHG

Super 8 by Wyndham Salinas

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Carmel Mission Inn

The Quail

Sand Castle Inn

Victorian Inn

Steinbeck Lodge

Comfort Inn Monterey Peninsula Airport

Motel 6 Salinas, CA - North Monterey Area

Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

Carmel Bay View Inn

Monterey Beach Hotel, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Our guide on where to stay in Old Monterey

Downtown Monterey

New Monterey

Monterey Vista

Alta Mesa

Lighthouse District

Top Old Monterey Hotel Reviews

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