Name: The Monterey Hotel
Rating: 8

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Your Monterey Holiday

Lock in a Monterey holiday package and prepare to experience all this city has to offer. Consider staying in the neighbourhood of Downtown Monterey, which is good for markets, shopping and culture. Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fishermans Wharf and Carmel Beach are just a few of the many sights worth visiting during your trip to Monterey. Your Monterey holiday is only clicks away. Search airfares, hotels and more on Expedia for an adventure that's tailored just for you.

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Downtown Monterey

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Monterey Holiday

Monterey Beach Holiday

There's nothing more enjoyable than a Monterey holiday. Whether you're treating yourself to refreshing cocktails at a local bar or reading your favourite magazine by the ocean's edge, your trip to Monterey is the perfect time to live out your beachy daydreams. Many travellers stay near Del Monte Beach, situated just 3 kilometres from the city centre. However, you'll also find an excellent range of Monterey holiday packages close to Monterey State Beach and McAbee Beach, two other superb nearby options.

Things You Should Know About Monterey

Spend your holiday by the water and let the hassles of daily life drift away with the ocean breeze. Check out our Monterey beach hotels and indulge in a little beachside bliss.
Private holiday homes are another top choice for travellers planning a holiday in Monterey. Some great options are Casa Verde Inn and Aura Inn Monterey.
There are plenty of activities that keep the 28,300 or so residents of Monterey occupied. A quick browse of our Monterey things to do page will let you in on the best of what this place has to offer.
If you're on the lookout for places to visit while you're in town, add 17-Mile Drive, Cannery Row and Cannery Row to your must-see list. Also, be sure to explore our Monterey holiday deals to get great deals on your hotels and experiences.

Monterey Essential Information

Language	English
Currency	U.S dollars
Closest Airport	Monterey Peninsula Airport (MRY)
Population	28,300
Max Temp Winter	16ºC
Max Temp Summer	21ºC
Top Sights	Monterey Bay Aquarium, Carmel Beach and Asilomar State Beach

Our pick of the best Monterey Hotel Deals

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

AU$399

30 Oct - 31 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (2,758 reviews)

"Clean room | Staff | Pet-friendly | Parking"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel

407 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

8/10 Very Good! (1,379 reviews)

"This is an older older hotel but that’s what makes it so cozy. My room didn’t have central heater/air but had a fire place. Some rooms do have Central heating and Air I think you need to ask the front desk if that’s important to you. My room was Comfy and clean. Staff was super friendly. They do ..."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

AU$555

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,374 reviews)

"Best hotel in the area"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

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