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.
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.
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.
17-Mile Drive
After visiting 17-Mile Drive, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Skyline Forest. Wander the beaches and seaside while you're in the area.
Top hotels in Downtown Monterey
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Great hotel , and staff was a great help
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
The Monterey Hotel
The room was clean and staff was helpful. The room itself was nice, but definitely got warm at night. Unfortunately the fan itself made a lot of noise at night. We tried opening the window at night, but it was quite noisy. Overall, the hotel was in a very nice and convenient location.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
The room was very nice and clean, we enjoyed the pool very much and the staff was very nice and helpful. We loved it!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
The Stevenson Monterey
Check-in was easy. Underground parking wihh the elevator helpful. Older hotel but well kept for the age.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hotel Pacific
Breakfast not so good
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Monterey Marriott
The room was clean, the staff really REALLT friendly and helpful! The hotel was perfect to stay for the Big Sur marathon. Hydration stations in the hallways, staff cleaning constantly, friendly helpful staff. Just wish the property had some refurbishing upgrades to make it nicer. The gym was doable ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Monterey
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 Perry House while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Munras Avenue and Golden State Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.
