Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
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Visit Downtown Monterey
Stay near popular Downtown Monterey attractions
Things to do

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Great location."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"This should not be considered a 3 star hotel. It is in a great area, but it needs some renovation. All in all ok but just not what we expected."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Hotel Pacific
"The place was adorable and the fireplace was a cool touch, but the broken elevator and non functioning ice machine didn’t make it convenient, especially hauling luggage up stairs. We had to walk across the entire property for ice. Day 2, the parking lot was full so we had to leave our vehicle next ..."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Great restaurant and dog friendly!"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
"We booked last minute for our two night stay in Monterey and the staff was extremely nice. It was in the PERFECT location to explore Monterey and the rooms were clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026

Monterey Marriott
"Property and staff were very nice. Sage at the pool bar was fun and helpful, and made wonderful drinks. Hotel rooms and property was a run down and felt older than other marriott hotels."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Downtown Monterey

New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and Steinbeck Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.

Old Monterey
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 Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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.

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


















