Monterey Wine Country

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Point Lobos State Reserve which includes a lake or waterhole, landscape views and mountains
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo which includes heritage elements, a monument and flowers
Central California showing general coastal views and rocky coastline
Point Pinos Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse and general coastal views
Carmel featuring street scenes, autumn leaves and shopping

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel which includes street scenes, nightlife and signage

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 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 fall colors, a sunset and a house

Golden Rectangle

5/5(11 area reviews)

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

Golden Rectangle
Carmel which includes fall colors, a sunset and a house

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 marine life and interior views

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 fall colors, a sunset and a house

Northwest Carmel

5/5(12 area reviews)

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(14 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
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

3 out of 5
1140 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
The price is RM529 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
RM529
RM604 total
16 Oct - 17 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! (1,013 reviews)
"This place is amazing. Clean and comfortable and very close to the ride pools . Amazing location!!"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Olympia Lodge
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 RM690 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM690
RM881 total
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! (1,371 reviews)
Wonderful
"We enjoyed our stay. The buffet breakfast was wonderful! We also enjoyed the free drinks in the afternoons. Our room was spacious and clean. We will stay here again!"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

Lighthouse Lodge And Cottages

3 out of 5
1150 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,296 reviews)
"The room was neat and clean and the fireplace was a nice touch as the evenings were chilly. The only disappointment was that they advertise free breakfast but really it’s a grab and go brown bag with a granola bar, juice, and packaged muffin. Otherwise we enjoyed our stay."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

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Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,186 reviews)
"Roomy, comfortable bed, quiet, and clean."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

3 out of 5
502 10th Avenue, San Diego, CA
Stay at this 3-star hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego ...
9/10 Wonderful! (449 reviews)
"Great location downtown… walking distance to grocery store and fun entertainment. We had a great room with a balcony that wrapped around. They also had a beautiful rooftop terrace to lounge. The valet parking and housekeeping were a bit pricey."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1736 State St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum ...
8/10 Very Good! (80 reviews)
"Our stay was convenient and in the heart of Little Italy"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

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Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium featuring marine life and interior views

Monterey Bay Aquarium

4.5/5(29 reviews)

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

Monterey Bay Aquarium
Cannery Row which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Cannery Row

4/5(64 reviews)

Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.

Cannery Row
Carmel Beach showing landscape views and a beach as well as an individual femail

Carmel Beach

4.5/5(60 reviews)

Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.

Carmel Beach
Fisherman\'s Wharf showing general coastal views and boating as well as a large group of people

Fisherman's Wharf

4/5(91 reviews)

Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.

Fisherman's Wharf
Pebble Beach Golf Links

Pebble Beach Golf Links

4.5/5(38 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in Del Monte Forest at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Pebble Beach Golf Links
Lovers Point

Lovers Point

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Enjoy a day of sun and surf at this beautiful beach, which is one of the few places on the U.S. west coast where you can watch the sun rise over the Pacific Ocean.

Lovers Point
Carmel showing a house and fall colors

Carmel

17-Mile Drive

Pebble Beach

National Steinbeck Center showing interior views

Salinas

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