Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide

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Point Lobos State Reserve showing forests, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Point Lobos State Reserve showing forests, mountains and a lake or waterhole
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring religious elements, heritage elements and a monument
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse featuring general coastal views and a lighthouse

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Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Following highway 1 south out of Monterey you get views like this

Downtown Monterey

5/5(5 area reviews)

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

Downtown Monterey
View of Carmel Beach from Scenic Rd.

Golden Rectangle

5/5(5 area reviews)

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

Golden Rectangle
Houses in Pacific Grove, California

Downtown Carmel

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

Downtown Carmel
One of the most mesmerizing jellyfish species I have ever seen!

New Monterey

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

New Monterey
Forest Theater Guild which includes art and theatre scenes

Southeast Carmel

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

Southeast Carmel
Sunset

Town Center

If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Town Center
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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$202 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$202
5 Mar - 6 Mar
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,226 reviews)
Staff was nice and room was clean. We would stay there again

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,275 reviews)
Staff was great room was clean however it would be nice if it wasn’t carpeted Close to the ocean Parking on the other hand is difficult

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Lovers Point Inn
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

3 out of 5
1140 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove CA
The price is AU$169 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
AU$169
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
Loved the spacious layout of the room, on a corner with balcony.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Olympia Lodge
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Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!

Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!

Seaside CA
Stay at this golf holiday home in Seaside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
Clean and nice house. Good communication. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.

Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.

Pebble Beach CA
Stay at this holiday home in Pebble Beach. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
Great location and so nice to find a place big enough for our family and our dog! Our host was very responsive. The beds were comfortable and we had a great time!

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.
2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown

2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown

Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (342 reviews)
Great location. Very nicely appointed. Would stay there again.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown
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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