Title: Downtown Monterey Travel Guide: Best of Downtown Monterey, Monterey Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Downtown Monterey](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Monterey-Monterey-Hotels.0-n553248635939578117-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-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)[Downtown Monterey Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Downtown-Monterey.d553248635939578117.Car-Hire-Guide)[Downtown Monterey Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Downtown-Monterey.d553248635939578117.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Downtown Monterey Travel Guide ## Monterey ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![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=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sunset with crashing waves ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/a58dd038-b366-4560-8a47-f937f209a9c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![#beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/8a94fb55-2ed4-41a0-8f3c-583db1c7298a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Monterey. CA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/3bb6dfb1-9f2c-4c3e-954b-4a67e0346681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Downtown Monterey Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Monterey travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey.dx180045) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Golden State Theatre Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-State-Theatre-Monterey.d6065889.Attraction) ![Dennis the Menace Park showing a playground as well as children](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065883/1444dd89-888a-4532-9cdf-55635283fdb2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Dennis the Menace Playground 5/5(1 review) Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Dennis-The-Menace-Playground-Downtown-Monterey.d6065883.Attraction) ![Monterey State Historic Park featuring a garden and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6327846/8be96ee6-8116-4b7a-8310-4629bc856faa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey State Historic Park Find out about California’s Spanish, Mexican and American past with a tour of this park’s restored historical houses and museums. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-State-Historic-Park-Monterey.d6327846.Attraction) ![Maritime Museum showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065891/dc0310e3-8ec6-42bb-8e50-625bdcd68429.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Maritime Museum Follow the story of this fascinating area from the first inhabitants 6000 years ago, to the days of Cannery Row and beyond. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Maritime-Museum-Monterey.d6065891.Attraction) ![Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring a monument, religious elements and flowers](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6063307/9a937fc9-695d-4294-a851-4d95b477fc1e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Carlos Cathedral Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cathedral-Of-San-Carlos-Borromeo-Downtown-Monterey.d6063307.Attraction) #### Monterey Convention Center Learn about the events happening in Monterey Convention Center during your trip to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Convention-Center-Monterey.d6130788.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/7917f176-2dae-4cd8-826e-fd964ce4d77a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour £56 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 £52 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 £71 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) ![Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4751405/55972508-9a4b-4ed7-b08f-7f14280d9452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental £41 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/monterey-and-17-mile-drive-half-day-electric-bike-rental.a4751405.activity-details) [See all activities in Monterey](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Downtown Monterey ![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 £169 16 Feb - 17 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! (2,949 reviews) Everything was great! Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=1024&PinnedHotelID=1024&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578117) ![The Monterey Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12400/12377/d1fdaaee_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Monterey Hotel 407 Calle Principal Monterey CA £164 11 Feb - 12 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,500 reviews) Really enjoyed the friendliness of the staff. Room was cute and cozy. Really loved the fire place Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026&selected=12377&PinnedHotelID=12377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578117) ![Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/40000/35900/35893/30af1503_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa 700 Munras Ave Monterey CA £117 8 Feb - 9 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,703 reviews) Nicely decorated warm and welcoming Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=35893&PinnedHotelID=35893&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578117) ![Hotel Pacific](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15600/15600/6558aa9f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Pacific 300 Pacific St Monterey CA £106 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,458 reviews) Great staff and the room is clean and great walking distance to the wharf Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=23%2F02%2F2026&endDate=24%2F02%2F2026&selected=15600&PinnedHotelID=15600&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578117) ![Monterey Marriott](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/9900/9843/4ba1d78d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monterey Marriott 350 Calle Principal Monterey CA £200 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Amazing experience Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=9843&PinnedHotelID=9843&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578117) ![The Stevenson Monterey](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12600/12592/6442a797_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Stevenson Monterey 675 Munras Ave Monterey CA £76 17 Feb - 18 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) great price! all the basics, clean. Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=17%2F02%2F2026&endDate=18%2F02%2F2026&selected=12592&PinnedHotelID=12592&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635939578117) [See all 1,433 properties in Downtown Monterey](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026®ionId=553248635939578117) 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 Downtown Monterey hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635939578117&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08)[7 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635939578117&startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635939578117&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09)[8 Feb - 9 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635939578117&startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635939578117&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=553248635939578117&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey ![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) ![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) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337476/1508e2cd-2bab-4cab-84fa-6859a2db5c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alta Mesa While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Alta-Mesa.dx864658499247034368) ![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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Monterey-Lighthouse-District.dx553248633938969710) ![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) ![One of the most mesmerizing jellyfish species I have ever seen!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/4da19b20-7e56-447b-93af-f67d8fab6e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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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