Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Point Lobos State Reserve featuring forest scenes, a lake or waterhole and landscape views
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring a monument, religious elements and flowers
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse
Carmel featuring street scenes, autumn leaves and shopping

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel which includes street scenes, signage and a city

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(11 area reviews)

While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.

Golden Rectangle
Carmel which includes a house, autumn colours and a sunset

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
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.

New Monterey
Forest Theater Guild featuring theatre scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

Southeast Carmel
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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
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
2.5 out of 5
1400 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is 4.209.989 ₫ per night from 3 Jul to 4 Jul
4.209.989 ₫
4.767.850 ₫ total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,090 reviews)
"its close to monterey & carmel. it wasnt too expensive compared to the other hotels near by. its a decent hotel if you want something nice but wont break your pocket."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
3.5 out of 5
1441 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is 6.201.235 ₫ per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
6.201.235 ₫
7.616.430 ₫ total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,294 reviews)
"Cleaned"

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
2.5 out of 5
1100 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
Stay at this golf motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, a garden and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"It was beautiful and well kept. Staff was extraordinarily nice as well."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 7 outdoor pools and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,961 reviews)
"Nice and big hotel room, very comfy."

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
2.5 out of 5
1736 State St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (7 reviews)
"This was the first time staying in Little Italy and I enjoyed the experience. The place, including the kitchen was spotless. I enjoyed being able to cook my own meals 😁"

Reviewed on 21 Jun 2025

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
Marriott's Shadow Ridge
Marriott's Shadow Ridge
3.5 out of 5
9003 Shadow Ridge Road, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,570 reviews)
"So comfy and everything we need for a great family vacay"

Reviewed on 24 Jun 2025

Marriott's Shadow Ridge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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