Monterey Wine Country, CA
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Downtown Monterey
The beaches and seaside views are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Dennis the Menace Playground might round out your trip.
Golden Rectangle
If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
The room is small and not well maintained. Even no cups for water or to brush teeth. The worst Holiday’s Inn we have experienced:
Reviewed on 2026/2/26
Lovers Point Inn
Convenient location right next to ocean. Noise-wise, the hotel can improve much.
Reviewed on 2026/2/26
Olympia Lodge
The heat didn’t work, there was very little water pressure in the shower, the sink was clogged, and the toilet plunger didn’t seal, so the water ran into the toilet constantly. And, the breakfast was a croissant and a cookie in a box.
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Super clean hotel and room. Great aesthetics for both. Room was perfect. Came with everything needed. Staff was friendly. Areas for improvement: Bathroom light kept going off while showering; Room had a "clean/chemical" smell but was too strong. Expedia and booking said "private parking available." ...
Reviewed on 2026/2/25
Marriott Vacation Club®, San Francisco
Everything! The staff, the amenities, the extra activities and overall atmosphere of the hotel. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, we were so happy and taken care of. We would definitely stay here again on our next visit ♥️
Reviewed on 2026/2/26
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Perfect place to getaway!
Reviewed on 2026/2/23
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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.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Pebble Beach Golf Links
Enjoy a round of golf in Del Monte Forest at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
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- Asilomar State Beach
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- Carmel Plaza
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Waterfront
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Laguna Seca Golf Club Ranch
- Dennis the Menace Playground
