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

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Top hotels in New Monterey

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
"Great amenities and restaurants. Very cool underground bridge to connect the 2 sides of the property. Really cool hot tubs on the rooftop. Great views of the ocean, and close to everything we needed."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG
"Great place right next to the aquarium. Beautiful rooms and helpful staff."
Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Victorian Inn
"Really perfect location of far from the Aquarium, excellent rooms with a fireplace and balcony, complimentary breakfast and wine and cheese. It’s got it all! Next time I’m in Monterey, this is my choice."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Monterey Bay Inn
"Great location, friendly staff and the continental breakfast was just right to start our day."
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Cannery Row Inn
"Super close to the ocean, they weren't kidding when they say partial view lol. Kinda a pain to get to at first with traffic and one way roads but perfect distance that we walked sometimes and rode the bus or drove other times."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Spindrift Inn
"An absolutely wonderful stay and experience at the Spindrift. I can honestly say that I have a list of 2 hotels from all my travel experiences, that’s I’d return to on a regular basis because of the quality of the hotel and experience staying there. Spindrift is one of those places. Extremely clean ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Where to stay in New Monterey

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.

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.

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

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.



















