Old Monterey Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A theater with a marquee advertising a live stage show.
A theater marquee advertising a live stage show, a cafe, and a storefront with a sign for 'Kokos'.
A building with a glass facade, a balcony, and multiple flags.
A garden with brick pathways, flowering plants, and a stone wall.
A white house with a dark roof, surrounded by potted plants and a brick pathway.

Stay near popular Old Monterey attractions

Activities


Our pick of the best Old Monterey Hotel Deals

Hotel Pacific

Hotel Pacific

3.5 out of 5
300 Pacific St Monterey CA
The price is AU$303 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
AU$303
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
Hotel Pacific
Merritt House Hotel

Merritt House Hotel

2 out of 5
386 Pacific St. Monterey CA
The price is AU$369 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$369
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Merritt House Hotel
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$424 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
AU$424
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (3,535 reviews)
"poor shower pressure. no info at check-in. TV info out of date. Tried to order a chicken dish first night- no longer available. Skirt steak instead was excellent, but next night was "no longer available." Told not to rely on TV info, told to get food info from hotel website... no dining info on hotel ..."

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
1 Old Golf Course Rd Monterey CA
The price is AU$447 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$447
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa
Carmel Mission Inn

Carmel Mission Inn

3.5 out of 5
3665 Rio Rd Carmel CA
The price is AU$288 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$288
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carmel. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,859 reviews)
"Very nice hotel. Restaurant was great. Very close into town"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Carmel Mission Inn
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

4.5 out of 5
400 Cannery Row Monterey CA
The price is AU$600 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
AU$600
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
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 Old Monterey

Find the best Old Monterey areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Monterey

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

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, Cannery Row and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.



Old Monterey Travel Guide

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