Pajaro Dunes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo by Ashlie Thornburg Freeberg
Photo by Ashlie Thornburg Freeberg
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,242 reviews)
"I thought I’d relax and watch something my last night there. No signal so no good. Ended up just reading instead. Not a big deal, but would be nice to have when I wanted it. The door to the room stuck so I had to force it open and closed."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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The Monterey Hotel
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$560 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$560
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,409 reviews)
"Not enough handicap parking - and parking lots stayed full forcing us to park quite a distance from our handicap access room. Room was also showing some wear, not bad but just below what I expect of a Hyatt."

Reviewed on 19 Jul. 2025

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$637 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$637
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,345 reviews)
"Had a wonderful stay here. Received a upgrade to full ocean ciew on my wedding night!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All

Watsonville
Book a stay at this beach condo in Watsonville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the comfy beds in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (215 reviews)
Beachfront property
"Overall very nice! Property faces ocean with nice beach. Foggy and chilly while we were there but that’s Northern California. You go through fields of strawberries to reach property. Easy to check in. We were missing a couple of things, bath soap, Kleenex and still not sure about whether we used ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Beachfront Condo with Spectacular Views, Comfort and Fun For All
Oceanfront Home & Guesthouse - Panoramic Views

Oceanfront Home & Guesthouse - Panoramic Views

Watsonville
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Watsonville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Palm Beach and Pajaro River ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (106 reviews)
Has it all
"Huge home right on the beach. Fully stocked kitchen, tons of beach and bath towels, plenty of living, family, and dining seating. Great balcony with plenty of comfortable seating and the hot tub. Some minor inconveniences: hot tub water was really green when we checked in Monday afternoon so we didn’t ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun. 2025

Oceanfront Home & Guesthouse - Panoramic Views
GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, LAST MINUTE DEAL, SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE - BEAUTIFUL HOME!!

GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, LAST MINUTE DEAL, SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE - BEAUTIFUL HOME!!

Watsonville
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Watsonville. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Palm Beach and Pajaro River ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (160 reviews)
Beautiful
"The location, the amenities, and the communication were all terrific! The house has beautiful views and a as equipped with everything we wanted for a family beach vacation. Can’t wait to come back!"

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

GREAT OCEAN VIEWS, LAST MINUTE DEAL, SUMMER DATES AVAILABLE - BEAUTIFUL HOME!!
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Popular places to visit

La Selva Beach

La Selva Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at La Selva Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

La Selva Beach
Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Explore the great outdoors at Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve, a lovely green space in Elkhorn. Wander through the marina and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Elkhorn Slough National Estuarine Research Reserve

Mount Madonna Center

Learn about the events happening in Mount Madonna Center during your trip to Watsonville. Wander through the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in this family-friendly area.

Mount Madonna Center

Sunset State Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Sunset State Beach during your travels in Watsonville? Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Sunset State Beach

Manresa State Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Manresa State Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Watsonville. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Manresa State Beach

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Enjoy an outing to Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds during your stay in Interlaken. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

Santa Cruz County Fairgrounds

Activities

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy

NZ$142
per adult
Santa Cruz Redwoods Forest Therapy
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour

NZ$75
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Elkhorn Slough Wildlife Tour
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour

NZ$273
per adult
Monterey County Salinas Valley Farm Tour
Goddess Fantasy 150 passenger vessel

Monterey Bay Whale Watching

NZ$117
per adult
Monterey Bay Whale Watching
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz

NZ$215
per adult
Beginner Surf Lesson in Santa Cruz
Step aboard our stable, USCG inspected, 27ft. pontoon boat, and embark on an unforgettable wildlife adventure!

Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland

NZ$75
per adult
Wildlife Safari Boat Tour in Scenic Monterey Bay Wetland
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