Title: Alta Mesa Travel Guide: Best of Alta Mesa, Monterey Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Alta Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Alta-Mesa-Hotels.d864658499247034368.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Monterey](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Monterey](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Alta Mesa Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Alta-Mesa.d864658499247034368.Car-Hire-Guide)[Alta Mesa Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Alta-Mesa.d864658499247034368.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Alta Mesa Travel Guide ## Monterey ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337476/1508e2cd-2bab-4cab-84fa-6859a2db5c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337476/1508e2cd-2bab-4cab-84fa-6859a2db5c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![C24WWH The ROSE GARDEN at LA MIRADA Museum of Art - Monterey, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065895/bbb0e83d-3504-4302-979c-c5a5e1b71c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Alta Mesa Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Monterey travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey.dx180045) --- ### Popular places to visit ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337476/1508e2cd-2bab-4cab-84fa-6859a2db5c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Munras Avenue Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Munras-Avenue-Monterey.d6337476.Attraction) ![C24WWH The ROSE GARDEN at LA MIRADA Museum of Art - Monterey, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065895/bbb0e83d-3504-4302-979c-c5a5e1b71c02.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Museum-Of-Art-La-Mirada-Monterey.d6065895.Attraction) ![Cannery Row which includes a beach as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131067/7a8b0314-d258-49d3-b78b-68ee4ab73b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cannery Row 4/5(64 reviews) Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cannery-Row-New-Monterey.d6131067.Attraction) ![Aerial view of WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca, Monterey, California, United States.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065903/a61fed40-2f2e-4c58-adcb-a80701a95a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca 4/5(7 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/WeatherTech-Raceway-Laguna-Seca-Monterey.d6065903.Attraction) ![17-Mile Drive featuring rugged coastline and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153797/9e11bf68-64e8-4759-ab0b-c3a044629216.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 17-Mile Drive 4.5/5(34 reviews) Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives. [](https://expedia.co.uk/17-Mile-Drive-Northwest-Carmel.d6153797.Attraction) ![Fisherman\'s Wharf which includes boating and general coastal views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065887/1ef19c34-5180-487f-a071-5958a917b88b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Fisherman's Wharf 4/5(91 reviews) Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Fishermans-Wharf-Downtown-Monterey.d6065887.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/5b1ebb3c-e5d2-44c8-bdd2-b457f2bd52a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour £55 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details) ![Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48223089/194ea493-f85e-4071-9dcd-2aedb9f4336f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide £51 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-whale-watching-tour-with-a-marine-guide.a48223089.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758083/6f35c3d7-4fcb-467a-9464-1825ae8a7c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise £69 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-bay-sunset-catamaran-sailing-cruise.a4758083.activity-details) ![RadWagon tandem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385287/ccfaa45d-65fb-459c-b8a7-8b9cf4127440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr £58 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/montereys-17-mile-drive-guided-electric-bike-tour.a1385287.activity-details) ![Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Anytime Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47761192/5ba393f4-c4cf-45d7-9355-10a0229f2e8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo £17 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-treasure-hunt-the-ride-ticket-power-up-combo.a47761192.activity-details) ![Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49950421/9bf7145e-bdbf-4561-908e-ef73beb86ca6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Sunset Sailing Cruise in Monterey Bay £70 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sunset-sailing-cruise-in-monterey-bay.a49950421.activity-details) [See all activities in Monterey](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Alta Mesa ![Stargazer Inn and Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/850000/849300/849281/4ca69e9b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Stargazer Inn and Suites 1046 Munras Ave Monterey CA Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,724 reviews) Always the best place to stay for us Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=849281&PinnedHotelID=849281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=849281&PinnedHotelID=849281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) ![Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/190000/181100/181084/e9b6ad56_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown 850 Abrego St Monterey CA £66 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Nice room, plenty of parking and easy check in/out Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=181084&PinnedHotelID=181084&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) ![Best Western Park Crest Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13900/13807/33de7e2e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Best Western Park Crest Inn 1100 Munras Avenue Monterey CA £86 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Nice place Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=13807&PinnedHotelID=13807&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) ![Arbor Inn Monterey](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/14000000/13090000/13081000/13080929/57ca9940_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Arbor Inn Monterey 1058 Munras Ave. Monterey CA £55 24 Feb - 25 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Everything was good here. Helpful staff. I will return. Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=13080929&PinnedHotelID=13080929&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) ![Hotel Abrego](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13000/12994/618c4a7e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Abrego 755 Abrego Street Monterey CA Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,024 reviews) I loved the hotel! I especially liked the fireplace in my room. Breakfast was good, room was clean, loved the spacious shower. Price was reasonable Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=12994&PinnedHotelID=12994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=12994&PinnedHotelID=12994&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) ![Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1100/1024/0221d503_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA £168 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,961 reviews) My favorite place away from home. Quite, clean, cute, close to everything. Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=1024&PinnedHotelID=1024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658499247034368) [See all 1,407 properties in Alta Mesa](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=12%2F02%2F2026&endDate=13%2F02%2F2026®ionId=864658499247034368) 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. ## Check Alta Mesa hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=864658499247034368&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Alta Mesa ![Following highway 1 south out of Monterey you get views like this ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/efd1080d-de87-4d2b-ab02-2a4a86485920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown Monterey 4/5(31 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Downtown-Monterey.dx553248635939578117) ![Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065889/cd083e4c-2ef5-44e9-b66a-0bb9d8a253dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Monterey 4.5/5(31 area reviews) Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Perry House while you're exploring the neighbourhood. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Old-Monterey.dx3000663242) ![panoramic drone view of Pebble Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864658025376669696/42bbf452-6a66-4196-bbc0-50acd561a8e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Monterey Vista While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Monterey-Vista.dx864658025376669696) ![Path in live oak forest or woods, footpath trail or footway in old grove or woodland. Twisted gnarled oak trees branches and trunks. Lace lichen moss hanging. Point Lobos wilderness, California, USA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864657721860059136/bc20ef21-a55d-42d7-ae5b-1cc20f764fe8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Oak Grove While Oak Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Del Monte Golf Course. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Oak-Grove.dx864657721860059136) ![17-Mile Drive showing a sunset and general coastal views as well as a couple](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6153797/fa802206-4462-48b4-8b36-144b5e099eef.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Skyline Forest Skyline Forest might not have many top sights, but Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Skyline-Forest.dx864658237526675456) ![Point Sur Lighthouse at Big Sur, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633938969710/66b81d20-d9d8-4e0f-8b81-7a98de695575.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Lighthouse District 4/5(9 area reviews) 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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