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Popular places to visit
Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.
17-Mile Drive
Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Del Monte Beach
Relax in this tranquil sandy bay hidden behind quaint coastal villas among the sand dunes and choppy waves of Monterey Bay.
Golden State Theatre
Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.
Top hotels in Lighthouse District
Cannery Row Inn
Very clean rooms, location is perfect for walking distance to shops and food. Check in was easy and staff was nice. Only thing that is making this not 5 stars is the sink was loose and the spout was too short making you hit your hand when you wash her hands. Also the showerhead was very short making ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Wave Street Inn
Staff was super nice and helpful with local area questions.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG
Good Locations!!!
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Clean room great customer service. Lelani was great at check in
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
The Monterey Hotel
Nice front desk
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Beautiful views! Perfect location to everything.
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Lighthouse District
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.
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 Waterfront or Monterey State Historic Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Alta Mesa
While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.
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.
Lighthouse District Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Lighthouse District Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Monterey neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
- Cannery Row
- 17-Mile Drive
- Carmel Beach
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Asilomar State Beach
- Lovers Point
- California State University Monterey Bay
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Carmel Plaza
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Los Padres National Forest
- Naval Postgraduate School
- Golden State Theatre
- Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
- Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Del Monte Golf Course
- Bixby Bridge
- Marina State Beach
- Marina Dunes Preserve
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Hotels Near Lighthouse District, Monterey
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