Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Downtown Monterey
Downtown Monterey
Downtown Monterey
Downtown Monterey
Downtown Monterey

Stay near popular Downtown Monterey attractions

Golden State Theatre

4.0/5 (131 reviews)
Sit back, relax and enjoy the show at Monterey’s legendary movie palace, which has been delighting theatergoers since 1926.
See properties

Our pick of the best Downtown Monterey Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

4 out of 5
Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA
The price is AU$427 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$427
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,269 reviews)
"Amazing Hotel! So clean well kept and walking distance to everything this will be my go to Hotel when I'm in town!"

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The Monterey Hotel

The Monterey Hotel

3 out of 5
407 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is AU$185 per night from 16 June to 17 June
AU$185
16 June - 17 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,674 reviews)
"Old hotel. No AC. TV didn’t work well. No parking."

Reviewed on 11 June 2026

The Monterey Hotel
Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

3.5 out of 5
700 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is AU$338 per night from 28 June to 29 June
AU$338
28 June - 29 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 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 reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,806 reviews)
"We couldn’t use the TV system because the system is not “ random “ password acceptable and our phone doesn’t accept such a non- safe wifi system. We could not watch anything using the TV. You should tell guests when they check in. Otherwise, we don’t know what to do with it."

Reviewed on 12 June 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is AU$300 per night from 14 June to 15 June
AU$300
14 June - 15 June
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,654 reviews)
"Rooms not the cleanest but bedding is"

Reviewed on 13 June 2026

Hotel Pacific
The Stevenson Monterey

The Stevenson Monterey

2.5 out of 5
675 Munras Ave Monterey CA
The price is AU$209 per night from 29 June to 30 June
AU$209
29 June - 30 June
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"The room was clean. Check in was very easy. The parking was convenient and well lit. The TV was not working. I would stay again."

Reviewed on 13 June 2026

The Stevenson Monterey
Monterey Marriott

Monterey Marriott

3.5 out of 5
350 Calle Principal Monterey CA
The price is AU$503 per night from 2 July to 3 July
AU$503
2 July - 3 July
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Great experience for our anniversary. Close to everything we wanted to see. The valet service was great!"

Reviewed on 1 June 2026

Monterey Marriott
See all 1,411 properties in Downtown Monterey
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.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Monterey

Find the best Downtown Monterey areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Ana Sals
Open Photo by Ana Sals

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.

panoramic drone view of Pebble Beach, California

Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Cannery Row and Fisherman's Wharf 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.

Point Sur Lighthouse at Big Sur, California

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.

Pacific coast Highway in Monterey southern region, Northern California, USA

Alta Mesa

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

Downtown Monterey Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: