Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Monterey

Downtown Monterey
Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city
Monterey featuring general coastal views, mountains and a bridge
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views
Carmel featuring street scenes, night scenes and a city

Popular places to visit

Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes

Golden State Theatre

Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.

Golden State Theatre
Dennis the Menace Park showing a playground as well as children

Dennis the Menace Playground

5/5(1 review)

Set up a picnic on the tranquil shore of Lake El Estero and let the kids run free in this sandy playground.

Dennis the Menace Playground
Monterey State Historic Park featuring a garden and signage

Monterey State Historic Park

Find out about California’s Spanish, Mexican and American past with a tour of this park’s restored historical houses and museums.

Monterey State Historic Park
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring a monument, religious elements and flowers

San Carlos Cathedral

Admire ecclesiastical relics on display in the heritage center to learn about this cathedral, which is California’s oldest stone building.

San Carlos Cathedral
Maritime Museum showing interior views

Maritime Museum

Follow the story of this fascinating area from the first inhabitants 6000 years ago, to the days of Cannery Row and beyond.

Maritime Museum
Monterey Bay Aquarium which includes interior views and marine life

Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(29 reviews)

Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Monterey Bay Aquarium

Top hotels in Downtown Monterey

The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,243 reviews)
"I thought I’d relax and watch something my last night there. No signal so no good. Ended up just reading instead. Not a big deal, but would be nice to have when I wanted it. The door to the room stuck so I had to force it open and closed."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

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The Monterey Hotel
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
The price is ₹27,286 per night from 7 Aug to 8 Aug
₹27,286
₹32,186 total
7 Aug - 8 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,699 reviews)
"Very large and open hotel with great fitness center in separate building next door. Room was clean and nice. Food was good too."

Reviewed on 22 Jul 2025

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ₹24,941 per night from 29 Jul to 30 Jul
₹24,941
₹28,821 total
29 Jul - 30 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star spa hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,582 reviews)
"The staff was great and really helped us out when everything else in the trip wasn’t going to plan. The room was very clean, the bed was a cloud. The location is an easy drive from everything. Thank you guys!"

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St, Monterey, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,326 reviews)
Great Hotel for a Family or Long Term Stay
"We particularly liked the property and the layout of the room. The grounds are very pretty, the location is excellent, the parking is convenient and the room is wonderful for a family stay."

Reviewed on 19 Jul 2025

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Hotel Pacific
Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott

3.5 out of 5
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA
The price is ₹23,215 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
₹23,215
₹29,473 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Advantages & disadvantages in centric area
"The hotel is in a centric area with easy access to the trolleys that can take you to the Monterey Bay Aquarium or Cannery Row for free. The centric area has its disadvantages with parking and with a busy hot tub and pool. The room was comfortable and clean as described."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Monterey Marriott
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

2.5 out of 5
675 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA
The price is ₹13,052 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
₹13,052
₹14,870 total
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey

Golden State Theatre showing a city and theatre scenes

Old Monterey

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

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

Old Monterey
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Oak Grove

While Oak Grove may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Monterey State Beach.

Oak Grove
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Alta Mesa

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

Alta Mesa
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Lighthouse District

4/5(9 area reviews)

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.

Lighthouse District
Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

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Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.

Monterey Vista

Downtown Monterey Travel Guide