Lighthouse District Travel Guide
Monterey


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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 Self-Guided Walking Tour Cannery Row to Old Monterey
Top hotels in Lighthouse District

Victorian Inn
"This was a dream stay, breakfast, location, clean, and friendly atmosphere."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Cannery Row Inn

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
"Need to update hotel, sink cracked , floors dirty. In bath room. Shower dirty. Old tile. Vanity to low ."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
"Did not have a smart TV so could not stream any movies on Netflix Disney, etc. . When I’m on vacation, I look forward to doing that in the evening so this was pretty disappointing. The WiFi was pretty poor, especially in the gym. Unable to stream a workout on an app I was trying to do."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Lighthouse District

Downtown Monterey
The pristine beaches and popular aquarium 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.

New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.

Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Cannery Row and Munras Avenue 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 Perry House or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

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
















