What is Old Monterey like?

Old Monterey is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. Are you looking for Old Monterey travel tips? Make sure that you visit Perry House and Monterey State Historic Park while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Old Monterey?

Based on our traveller data, Hotel Pacific is one of the top choices for your stay in Old Monterey. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Fisherman's Wharf, and it offers free breakfast and private balconies. Another good choice for your stay in the neighbourhood is Merritt House Hotel .

How many hotels will I be able to find in Old Monterey?

With 18 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in Old Monterey to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Monterey area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Old Monterey, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Old Monterey.

What is there to do around this Monterey neighbourhood?

Perry House, Monterey State Historic Park and Waterfront are just a few attractions to check out in Old Monterey. A visit to Colton Hall Museum is also worth the trip while you're discovering the neighbourhood. Cannery Row and Monterey Bay Aquarium are some popular places to visit in the area around Old Monterey. While you're out sightseeing in Monterey, make sure that you visit other sights such as Monterey Pines Golf Club or Monterey Conference Center.

Top 10 Old Monterey Hotels of 2026

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Our top choices for Old Monterey hotels

1. Hotel Pacific

Old Monterey

Trevor

RM928 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

2. Merritt House Hotel

Old Monterey

Tauffyt

RM1,096 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

3. Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Downtown Monterey, 0.2 km from Old Monterey

Wegdan

RM1,315 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Aug - 25 Aug

4. The Monterey Hotel

Downtown Monterey, 0.1 km from Old Monterey

Timothy

RM626 total

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

5. Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

Downtown Monterey, 0.7 km from Old Monterey

Cheryl

RM933 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

6. Best Western Plus Monterey Inn

Alta Mesa, 0.9 km from Old Monterey

Araceli

RM787 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

7. Hotel Abrego

Alta Mesa, 0.8 km from Old Monterey

Luis

RM998 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

8. Monterey Bay Inn

New Monterey, 1.1 km from Old Monterey

Meghan

RM1,130 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

9. Victorian Inn

Lighthouse District, 1.4 km from Old Monterey

liping

RM835 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

Pillow-top beds, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

10. Best Western Park Crest Inn

Alta Mesa, 1.1 km from Old Monterey

Adrian

RM710 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

11. The Stevenson Monterey

Downtown Monterey, 0.6 km from Old Monterey

DEBORAH

RM628 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

12. Colton Inn

Downtown Monterey, 0.6 km from Old Monterey

Yan Mei

RM694 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

13. Hilton Garden Inn Monterey

1.6 km from Old Monterey

Constance

RM1,009 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

Desk, iron/ironing board, cots/infant beds, free WiFi

14. Munras Inn

Monterey Vista, 1 km from Old Monterey

McKennah

RM756 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown

Alta Mesa, 0.8 km from Old Monterey

Sarah

RM556 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

16. Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa

2 km from Old Monterey

Deborah

RM1,286 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

17. Spindrift Inn

New Monterey, 1.7 km from Old Monterey

Sylvia

RM1,265 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Aug - 28 Aug

18. Holiday Inn Express Monterey-Cannery Row by IHG

Lighthouse District, 1.3 km from Old Monterey

Kaycee

RM1,206 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

In-room safe, desk, blackout curtains, free cots/infant beds

19. Wave Street Inn

Lighthouse District, 1.5 km from Old Monterey

Rolando

RM959 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

Premium bedding, down duvets, desk, laptop workspace

20. Cannery Row Inn

Lighthouse District, 1.1 km from Old Monterey

David

RM779 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Where to stay in Old Monterey

Find the best Old Monterey areas for the activities you enjoy most.

A coastal scene with a pier, clear blue water, and a sandy beach.

Downtown Monterey

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

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New Monterey

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

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A coastal golf course with a beach, ocean, and residential areas in the background.

Monterey Vista

While Monterey Vista isn't home to many top sights, Cannery Row and Munras Avenue are some notable places to visit nearby.

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A coastal bridge with steep cliffs and ocean waves.

Alta Mesa

While visiting Alta Mesa, you might make a stop by sights like Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center.

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A coastal landscape with a prominent green hill, a beach, and a lighthouse.

Lighthouse District

Lighthouse District is well-regarded for its pristine beaches, ample dining options and popular aquarium, and you might also want to make a stop by Cannery Row, a top sight in the neighbourhood.

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Top Old Monterey Hotel Reviews

Hotel Pacific

10/10 Excellent

"We loved our junior suite with two double beds, a sofa that I believe is a sofa-bed, but we didn’t use it for a bed. So I can’t say if it was comfortable or not. It was nice to have a sitting area with a fireplace to relax and watch TV in the evenings after a long day of activities at Monterey Bay Aquarium, Cannery Row, and Fisherman's Wharf. The hotel is walking distance to all of these locations including Alvarado Street with many restaurants and shops all nearby. We ate most of our dinners overlooking the water and boats from the wharf’s view. The hotel provided a continental breakfast each morning which included scrambled eggs and potatoes. It was just okay. Probably best to get there early when the food is fresh and hot. We will certainly stay again! It was a nice hotel! Perfect location!"