Downtown Monterey Travel Guide
Monterey
Visit Downtown Monterey
Popular places to visit
Golden State Theatre
You can make plans for a show at Golden State Theatre during your stay in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Dennis the Menace Playground
Explore the lovely green spaces of Dennis the Menace Playground and enjoy the golf courses in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Monterey State Historic Park
Enjoy a trip to Monterey State Historic Park and popular activities such as golfing in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
San Carlos Cathedral
San Carlos Cathedral is just one of the places to see in Monterey, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Maritime Museum
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Maritime Museum during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Cannery Row
You can browse for souvenirs with a trip to Cannery Row, a favourite shopping spot in Monterey. Wander through the seaside and beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
"Great staff! Super helpful even after we checked out and thought we left something!!"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
The Monterey Hotel
"No breakfast, older hotel but great location"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
"Great location; easy to get to downtown Monterey, and to Carmel, Highway 1, Point Lobos, Big Sur, etc. There is a Trader Joe's 2 blocks away and many services close by. The room was clean and nicely decorated, with a large comfortable bed. The room was small, but pleasant and had everything we needed, ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Hotel Pacific
"We were knocked on the door 2-3 times for room service before our check out at 11AM and sofa bed was in horrible condition"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
"Clean, quiet, friendly staff. Close to town. Park and walk everywhere or use free trolley."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Monterey Marriott
"Great stay overall. No self parking though. Valet was.the only one available."
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Downtown Monterey
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, Fisherman's Wharf and Cannery Row are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
Alta Mesa
While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.
