Beach Resorts and Hotels in Monterey, California
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Asilomar Conference Grounds
800 Asilomar Blvd, Pacific Grove 2.0 out of 5.0Nestled on the beach, this Pacific Grove hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Asilomar State Beach and Point Pinos Lighthouse. Monterey Bay Aquarium is 2.1 mi (3.3 ...
My daughters and I needed a place to stay overnight when we went to a family wedding. The Asilomar was perfect for us. The grounds were beautiful and I wish we had more time to explore them. The beds were comfortable, and the bathroom was adequate for our needs. The only thing missing for me was ...
$174
$174
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery Row, Monterey 4.0 out of 5.0Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa sits right on the bay in the center of town, a 15-minute walk from Fisherman’s Wharf and 2.5 miles (4 km) from Point Pinos Lighthouse. ...
Can't wait to revisit, and get n on another Traveloity bargan!
$249
$249
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
1 Old Golf Course Rd, Monterey 4.0 out of 5.0After undergoing a $60 million renovation, this 550-room hotel and conference center is situated on 22 acres next to the 18-hole championship Pebble Beach Resort's ...
Our overall stay was very pleasant. The only complaint about the room is the "portable" air conditioning unit. It was very loud and did not uniformly cool the room. The area next to the unit was very cold and the rest comfortable.
$142
$142
Sanctuary Beach Resort
3295 Dunes Rd, Marina 4.0 out of 5.0Built along Monterey Bay, this beachfront resort is set across 19 acres of protected sand dunes; Monterey is 10 miles away. Its convenient location near the ...
It was very relaxing. We watched the whales, surfers, sunsets. Beautiful resort.
$269
$269
Stargazer Inn and Suites
1046 Munras Ave, Monterey 2.5 out of 5.0This Monterey motel is about 1 mile (1.6 kilometers) from Fisherman's Wharf, 2 miles (3.2 kilometers) from Cannery Row, and 2.3 miles (3.7 kilometers) from the ...
We stayed at this hotel while exploring the Monterey area. It was clean and comfortable. We did not visut the pool area as we were busy exploring US 1. Staff was very friendly. I would recommend this reasonable no frills place to stay. Convenient location.
$89
$89
The Monterey Hotel
406 Alvarado St, Monterey 3.0 out of 5.0Located in the heart of Monterey, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Golden State Theatre and Maritime Museum. Fisherman's Wharf and Dennis the Menace Park ...
Very nice stay the room was older, but nice. It would have been nicer if it had at least one chair in it. Location was ideal as it was close to all of our needs.
$94
$94
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey 4.0 out of 5.0Just 200 yards from Fisherman's Wharf, this resort borders Custom House Plaza, with the beach and sparkling bay just beyond; Cannery Row and the aquarium are ...
Don't let the current remodel project fool you... this hotel offers good views, easy walks to shops, restaurants and the aquarium. Hotel staff provided excellent customer service.
$170
$170
Mariposa Inn & Suites
1386 Munras Avenue, Monterey 3.0 out of 5.0Located in Munras Avenue, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Del Monte Shopping Center, Fisherman's Wharf, and Dennis the Menace Park. Monterey Bay Aquarium ...
The location is good. I paid extra for fireplace. It was worth it. Comfortable bed, gas fireplace, ref & microwave oven were nice. Continental breakfast was VERY good, better than expected. Parking is free and easy to park. The front desk lady did not say "hello" or smile at all. She asked if I had ...
$140
$140
Good Nite Inn Salinas
545 Work St, Salinas 2.0 out of 5.0Situated in Salinas, this motel is within 2 mi (3 km) of National Steinbeck Center, Aguila Cultural Center, and First Mayor's House. Salinas Valley Model Railroad ...
Hotel is going through some renovations but did not affect my stay. The rooms are rather run down with old fixtures, but the room was clean and maid service was good.
$57
$57
Carmel Mission Inn
3665 Rio Rd, Carmel 3.0 out of 5.0Situated in a garden setting, this newly renovated (July 2008) hotel is 4 blocks from the historic Carmel Mission, 7 miles from downtown Monterey, and 8 miles ...
Excellent room. But very noisy band until almost midnight. Barnyard shopping and good coffee right behind hotel.
$189
$189Monterey Beach Hotel Guide
Unique doesn’t begin to describe a stay at a Monterey oceanfront hotel. That’s because a trip to this quirky cove on the Northern California coast is unlike any other beach vacation you may have taken in the past. You won’t find run-of-the-mill crowded seafronts, campy t-shirts, and tacky restaurants. In Monterey, your shoreline is 99 miles of immaculate delight, interspersed with majestic cliffs rising from the sea, secluded strips of sandy serenity, and jagged rock formations that challenge the waves. Instead of fruity cocktails with a tiny umbrella and a pineapple garnish, you’ll enjoy a vintage, full-bodied pinot noir with hints of vanilla, clove, and caramel, aged in an oak barrel from a local winery. Gone, too, are the whacky waterparks and miniature putt-putt courses. Instead you’ll enjoy scenic cliff-side hiking trails and championship-caliber golf destinations. Monterey beach hotels like the Ramada Limited are a perfect place to witness the wonder of this rugged Eden by the Pacific.
Can I go whale watching by Monterey?
The West Coast is prime territory to observe whales migrating on their annual voyage because of the colder waters. Monterey is no exception to that rule. Here are some popular whale watching cruise services. You’ll more than likely encounter Monterey’s iconic sea otters as well:
- Sanctuary Cruises: Enjoy longer, year-round eco-friendly tours and charter cruises led by marine biologists.
- Princess Monterey Whale Watching: The 99% success rate guarantees that you’ll see humpback, gray, blue, and sperm whales, as well as orcas, dolphins, and porpoises.
- Monterey Bay Whale Watch: Owner Nancy Black penned a published paper on how humpback whales work to rescue other animals from orcas. Stop by for her unique perspective on the mighty superhero of the sea.
- Chris’ Fishing and Whale Watching: Take your pick between deep sea fishing and up close encounters with Monterey’s massive marine mammals.
What is the best beach to visit in Monterey?
Who are we to decide which beach is the best on Monterey Bay? That would be akin to saying that Monet is a better painter than Degas or Renoir. We recommend you kick off your shoes and find out for yourself. With nearly 100 miles of coastline, these are the three closest beaches to Monterey proper:
- Marina State Beach: The cliffs give way to a weathered shore in this natural preserve. Hang-gliders float overhead as you collect driftwood from the tideline.
- Moss Landing State Beach: Rolling dunes make for a perfect picnic spot. In between nibbles of artisan cheese and sips of chardonnay, marvel at shorebirds at this stop along the Pacific Flyway.
- Monterey State Beach: Explore the tide pools, cast a line into the surf, or steer a kite though the stiff breeze at this beachcomber’s playground.
When you use Travelocity to book your Northern California vacation at one of many fabulous Monterey hotels on the beach like the Hotel Abrego, you’ll return home with unique memories of an oceanside getaway filled with wind-swept shores, gracefully imposing whales, and scenic sunsets over the Pacific. And, thanks to the money you’ll save, you’ll probably bring back a couple of bottles of local reds and whites, too.
Cities near Monterey
- Big Sur Hotels (40.76 mi)
- Carmel Hotels (3.5 mi)
- Pacific Grove Hotels (1.82 mi)
- Seaside Hotels (3.04 mi)
- Carmel Valley Hotels (20.25 mi)
- Marina Hotels (8.04 mi)
- Hollister Hotels (39.95 mi)
- Pebble Beach Hotels (3.8 mi)
- Watsonville Hotels (22.7 mi)
- San Juan Bautista Hotels (27.07 mi)
- Salinas Hotels (14.25 mi)
- Castroville Hotels (14.48 mi)
- Gonzales Hotels (26.22 mi)
- Moss Landing Hotels (15.17 mi)
- Chualar Hotels (25.07 mi)
- Spreckels Hotels (13.88 mi)
Monterey Neighborhoods
Top Points of Interests in Monterey
- Monterey Bay Aquarium Hotels
- Fisherman's Wharf Hotels
- California State University Monterey Bay Hotels
- Carmel Beach Hotels
- Point Lobos State Reserve Hotels
- Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park Hotels
- Bixby Bridge Hotels
- Maritime Museum Hotels
- Dennis the Menace Park Hotels
- Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca Hotels
- Pebble Beach Golf Links Hotels
- Point Pinos Lighthouse Hotels
- Lone Cypress Pine Hotels
- Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park Hotels
- Antique Clocks Hotels
- Waterfront Hotels
- Monterey Peninsula College Hotels
- Pfeiffer Beach Hotels
- McWay Falls Hotels
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