Jack's Peak Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf in Carmel at Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.

Carmel Plaza
You can enjoy retail therapy at Carmel Plaza during your trip to Carmel. Discover the seafood restaurants in this walkable area or seek out the golf courses.

Carmel Mission Basilica
This tranquil 18th-century stone mission and museum offers a fascinating look into 200 years of spiritual and everyday life in Monterey County.

Bixby Bridge
This single-span bridge is a magnificent feat of engineering that provides incredible views of one of the finest stretches of U.S. coastline.

Folktale Winery and Vineyards
You can enjoy a tasting or tour at Folktale Winery and Vineyards during your travels to Carmel. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo

Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise

Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental
Our pick of the best Jack's Peak Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Stayed with our two boys. Great view from balcony, the location was perfect and could walk to almost everything in the area! Staff were nice, room was clean, and the beds are good (not rock hard). Restaurants were not our favorite but didn’t matter as we could walk to so many.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
The adjoining room door was next to the bed. Very poor sound proofing. The next room’s conversations at normal tones sounded like they were in our room. They talked until 2:45AM. The hotel clerk did make note of it the next morning when I reported it. Hopefully they will fix the problem.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

The Monterey Hotel
No AC room got pretty warm . Otherwise all good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Nice and clean rooms. The staff was very professional and friendly. We did not use hot tub. Very convenient to shops and restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Bed was so comfortable and shower was excellent. Heads up...parking and resort fee
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
All good
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Jack's Peak

High Meadows
While High Meadows may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

Carmel Woods
While there might not be top attractions in Carmel Woods, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza.

Northeast Carmel
While Northeast Carmel isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rancho Rio Vista
While Rancho Rio Vista isn't home to many top sights, Carmel Beach and The Barnyard are some notable places to visit nearby.

Northwest Carmel
If you're spending some time in Northwest Carmel, Carmel Beach and Carmel Plaza are top sights worth seeing.

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