Monterey Wine Country Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
Carmel which includes street scenes, autumn leaves and shopping

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel featuring a city, street scenes and nightlife

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
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house and a sunset

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
Carmel which includes autumn colours, a house 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 which includes interior views and marine life

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.

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

Northwest Carmel

5/5(1 area review)

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

Northwest Carmel
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Northeast Carmel

4/5(3 area reviews)

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

Northeast Carmel
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 refundable
The price is AU$244 per night from 28 Oct to 29 Oct
AU$244
28 Oct - 29 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,150 reviews)
"Pillows were not comfortable."

Reviewed on 2 Oct 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 AU$321 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$321
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,380 reviews)
"The room is spacious and includes a separate area with a sofa bed. Free breakfast is provided, which is nice. They also offer a complimentary $15 credit at the gift shop. The staff is very friendly and welcoming."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

3 out of 5
1140 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
The price is AU$172 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
AU$172
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,025 reviews)
"I will be staying here for any future trips to the area."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Olympia Lodge
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.
Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366

Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366

Pacific Grove
Book a stay at this beach condo in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (237 reviews)
"Wonderful view from the deck. Updated patio furniture is much needed but it worked"

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2025

Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366
On the water in Pacific Grove

On the water in Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove
Stay at this vacation home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile Drive ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (78 reviews)
"The location is great; right across from the ocean and near several areas where you can sun bade or swim. The house setup is very family friendly, it has an amazing view but the windows in the front rooms have a film on it and and you can't see the view very clear nor can you open the windows to ..."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025

On the water in Pacific Grove
Luxe1 panoramic Pebble Estate

Luxe1 panoramic Pebble Estate

Pebble Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Pebble Beach. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 17-Mile ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
"The location of “The Castle” (as our grandkids called it) was superb, with sweeping ocean views from every room and multiple decks to enjoy the passing whales, resident deer, and magnificent local birds (hawks, owls, woodpeckers, etc) – binoculars are a must. The estate was unique, spacious, clean, ..."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Luxe1 panoramic Pebble Estate
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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