Lighthouse District Travel Guide

Monterey

A coastal landscape with a prominent green hill, a beach, and a lighthouse.
A street with cars parked on the side, a crosswalk, and buildings with signs.

Things to do

Picture 9 for Activity Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour

Rp1.120.030
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Cannery Row Cross Overs

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

Rp162.404
per adult
Historic Cannery Row: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of John Steinbeck's Monterey
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey

Rp523.885
per adult
All Day Unlimited Games in Monterey
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Rp1.174.225
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Monterey Whale Watching Tour

Monterey Whale Watching Tour

Rp1.264.550
per adult
Monterey Whale Watching Tour
Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Monterey

Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Monterey

Rp325.170
per adult
Mini Golf 9 Hole Course in Monterey
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Top hotels in Lighthouse District

Victorian Inn

Victorian Inn

3 out of 5
487 Foam St Monterey CA
The price is Rp3.227.740 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
Rp3.227.740
Rp3.677.822 total
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Victorian Inn
Cannery Row Inn

Cannery Row Inn

2 out of 5
200 Foam St Monterey Monterey CA
The price is Rp3.065.542 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
Rp3.065.542
Rp3.488.568 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,334 reviews)
"Pictures were a little deceiving. Property was clean just not as nice as the photos presented."

Reviewed on 31 Jul 2026

Cannery Row Inn
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is Rp5.011.918 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp5.011.918
Rp5.923.029 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is Rp5.028.138 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp5.028.138
Rp6.530.237 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,669 reviews)
"Clean, upscale, efficient"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is Rp3.863.376 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp3.863.376
Rp4.560.086 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,841 reviews)
"Best place to stay in carmel"

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is Rp7.370.998 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
Rp7.370.998
Rp8.479.738 total
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,637 reviews)
"Everything was great. Just a bit confused about the expresso machine..."

Reviewed on 1 Aug 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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Where to stay in Lighthouse District

Find the best Lighthouse District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A coastal scene with a pier, clear blue water, and a sandy beach.
Photo by PollitoAventurero
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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.

Three jellyfish with translucent bodies and orange and white patterns against a blue background.
Photo by Ana Sals
Open Photo by Ana Sals

New Monterey

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

A coastal golf course with a beach, ocean, and residential areas in the background.

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.

A coastal bridge with a mountainous backdrop and ocean waves.

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 Monterey State Historic Park or Waterfront while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

A coastal bridge with steep cliffs and ocean waves.

Alta Mesa

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

Lighthouse District Travel Guide