Monterey Wine Country
Travel Guide
Visit Monterey Wine Country
Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country
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.
Golden Rectangle
While visiting Golden Rectangle, you might make a stop by sights like Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach.
Downtown Carmel
If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.
Town Center
If you're spending some time in Town Center, Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum and Antique Clocks are top sights worth seeing.
New Monterey
If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are top sights worth seeing.
Southeast Carmel
While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
The staff was great and having a good amount of breakfast was amazing
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
We always love Embassy Suites - especially for Monterey Car Week. Room is clean, staff very nice. Breakfast is always yummy!
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Olympia Lodge
Fantastic all around!
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
really loved this hotel! The room was cozy, spotless, and the bed was so comfortable. The only inconvenience was the parking—either paid public parking, street parking, or valet that closes early so you can’t access your car afterward. But aside from that, everything about our stay was ...
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Room was wonderful
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Carlsbad Inn Beach Resort
Really nice spot to stay. Just beautiful.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Popular places to visit
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
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Carmel Beach
Spot birds or catch waves, then spread out a picnic by a campfire and enjoy the views at this picturesque beach.
Pebble Beach Golf Links
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.
Lovers Point
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.
