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: 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
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Kid-friendly with a welcoming atmosphere"
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Beautifully maintained. Staff very helpful. There as a leak by the pool and when notified the staff immediately took care of the issue."
Reviewed on 1 Sept 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"For that much money a night they could of at least had breakfast rolls and coffee Also i know its a okd hoyel but bed took up the whole room and yv was in a cab and you had to close it everyime you needed to get by ok"
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Hotel Pacific
"Easy entry and communication with the host. The parking is really easy on the street. The shower was not clean, but the rest was."
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
"Staff was incredibly helpful and courteous. If I'm back in Monterey I'll stay here again without hesitation. Also, amazing location. Easily walkable."
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2026

Monterey Bay Lodge
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Where to stay in Downtown Monterey

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.

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.



















