Old Monterey Travel Guide
Monterey





Visit Old Monterey
Stay near popular Old 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 Old Monterey

Hotel Pacific

Merritt House Hotel

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Carmel Mission Inn
"Room was clean but noisy. Refrigerator was noisy. I could hear neighbor’s phone conversation while using bathroom. Restaurant and bar service were excellent. Parking fee of 30/ day and ‘resort’ fee were exorbitant."
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Carmel Bay View Inn
"Good location, clean rooms, comfortable mattresses and overall nice"
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Where to stay in Old 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 Golden State Theatre might round out your trip.

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, Munras Avenue and Golden State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

















