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

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

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"The room was very clean. It was a little run down. The door in the bathroom was repaired not very well a few times on the bottom which was unappealing. Also we were at a loss about the amenities provided by the hotel. They do have a refrigerator in the room. Staff was professional but no one told ..."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The Monterey Hotel
"Pro: Good clean rooms. Friendly staff. Cons: Bathtub slippery as hell, need mats or something. No in room refrigerator. Lots of homeless in area."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"I've stayed here before but this was the best time yet."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Hotel Pacific
"The rooms are nice but the layout is a maze and difficult to navigate. The breakfast was not enough food for the amount of guests. The staff was mediocre and the parking was $22. Per day."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
"Good location within walking distance to the wharf area. No breakfast, and underground parking had pools of water all over the place. Room and hotel needs some renovation to keep up with modern standards at that price point."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026

Monterey Marriott
"Great stay overall. No self parking though. Valet was.the only one available."
Reviewed on 14 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 San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater 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.



















