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

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

Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

The Monterey Hotel
"Pet friendly. Clean but old carpet in hallways and rooms. Beds to soft for me. Fridge and microwave in room. Walking distance to restaurants and shops. Awesome and helpful staff. Room stayed a bit stuffy even with windows open but hotel provided a fan in the room."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Hotel Pacific

The Stevenson Monterey
"Good central location hotel. Clean room, lot of upgrades were made, shower was nice and had comfortable bed. My only problem was No Milk or Half & Half down at the lobby by the coffee machine. Most small hotels/motels provide a little breakfast to start the day but this hotel does not. The lease ..."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026

Monterey Marriott
"Best buffet breakfast I’ve seen in a while."
Reviewed on 26 Aug 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, 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.


















