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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.
Our guide on where to stay in Monterey

Downtown Monterey
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 |
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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
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

The Monterey Hotel
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Discover the most popular places to visit in Monterey

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Perched on the edge of the Pacific Ocean, you’ll find a spectacular window into life both above and below the waves.

Cannery Row
Renamed after John Steinbeck’s Cannery Row, this historic area has transformed since the gritty industrial days described in the book.

Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
What to do in Monterey

Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide

Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour

Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
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Lodging
- Hotels near Asilomar State Beach
- Hotels near Cannery Row
- Holiday Homes in Carmel
- Carmel Hotels
- Del Monte Forest Hotels
- Hotels near Del Monte Golf Course
- Hotels near Dennis the Menace Playground
- Downtown Monterey Hotels
- Hotels near Fisherman's Wharf
- High Meadows Hotels
- Hotels near Lovers Point
- Hotels near Monarch Grove Butterfly Sanctuary
- Hotels near Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Hotels near Monterey Peninsula
- Family Hotels in Monterey Vista
- Boutique Hotels in New Monterey
- Family Hotels in New Monterey
- Luxury Hotels in New Monterey
- Scuba Diving Hotels in New Monterey
- Cheap Hotels in Oceanview Boulevard
- Motels in Oceanview Boulevard
- Old Monterey Hotels
- B&B in Pacific Grove
- Caravan Parks in Pacific Grove
- Cottages in Pacific Grove
- Hotels near Pacific Grove Golf Links
- Holiday Homes in Pacific Grove
- Beach Hotels in Pacific Grove
- Boutique Hotels in Pacific Grove
- Cheap Hotels in Pacific Grove
- Family Hotels in Pacific Grove
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Pacific Grove
- Pacific Grove Hotels
- Hotels near Poppy Hills Golf Course
- Sand City Hotels
- B&B in Seaside
- Hostels in Seaside
- Beach Hotels in Seaside
- Boutique Hotels in Seaside
- Cheap Hotels in Seaside
- Lgbt Welcoming Hotels in Seaside
- Seaside Hotels
- Hotels near The Links at Spanish Bay
Flights
- Flights to Monterey Peninsula
- Flights to Pacific Grove
- Flights from Monterey Peninsula
- Flights from Pacific Grove
- Flights from Abilene (ABI) to Monterey (MRY)
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- Flights from Hamilton Island (HTI) to Monterey (MRY)
- Flights from Las Vegas (LAS) to Monterey (MRY)
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- Flights from Melbourne (MEL) to Monterey (MRY)
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- Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Monterey (MRY)
Packages
- Asilomar State Beach
- Cannery Row
- Carmel Beach
- Carmel Mission Basilica
- Visit Northeast Carmel
- Carmel Valley Ranch Golf Course
- Carmel Holidays
- Visit Carmel
- Coast Guard Pier
- Colton Hall Museum
- Cypress Point Golf Club
- Del Monte Beach
- Dennis the Menace Playground
- Fisherman's Wharf
- Fort Ord Dunes State Park
- Lovers Point
- Marina Holidays
- Monterey Bay Aquarium
- Monterey Bay
- Monterey County Holidays
- Monterey State Historic Park
- Visit Pacific Grove
- Pebble Beach Golf Links
- Pebble Beach Holidays
- Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
- Point Pinos Lighthouse
- Poppy Hills Golf Course
- Salinas Holidays
- San Carlos Cemetery
- Visit Sand City
- Spyglass Hill Golf Course
- The Links at Spanish Bay
- Tor House
- Weathertech Raceway Laguna Seca