Sand City Travel Guide
Seaside
Popular places to visit
Monterey State Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Monterey State Beach during your trip to Sand City? Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Eolian Dunes Preserve
After visiting Eolian Dunes Preserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Seaside. Stroll along the beaches or visit the shops while you're in the area.
Fort Ord Dunes State Park
Stroll along a meandering trail to encounter sand dunes and a former military site beneath an array of impressive cliffs.
Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Seaside at Bayonet and Black Horse Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
East Garrison Dog Park
East Garrison Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Pacchetti Dog Park
Pacchetti Dog Park is just one of the places to see in Seaside, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the area's shops or amble around its beautiful beaches.
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
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Top hotels in Sand City
Courtyard By Marriott Sand City Monterey
Beautiful hotel right by the beach! My espresso martini was delicious & their 24 hour gym was a great perk! Staff was incredibly sweet and helpful, my best friend and I had a great weekend !
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Typically love staying here. Our room was directly above a karaoke bar and we got very little sleep.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Expensive but worth it. The Suite and Spa were just we needed to feel like we had a bit of a break. Falling asleep with the sound of the waves and waking up to a beautiful sunrise was something few hotels can offer.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
The rooms could use some updating. The carpet smelled musty. The reception staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
Old fashioned flare with great customer service!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Carmel Mission Inn
The room was spacious and lovely! seemed updated and clean. Would definitely stay here again!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sand City
Mescal Corridor NW
When in Mescal Corridor NW, you can plan a visit to North Fremont Street and Monterey County Fairgrounds, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
