Alta Mesa, CA
Monterey
Popular places to visit
Munras Avenue
Take the family on an outing to Munras Avenue during your trip to Monterey. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Monterey Museum of Art-La Mirada during your travels in Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca
You can take time to visit WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca during your travels to Monterey. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the seafood restaurants while you're in the area.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
17-Mile Drive
Discover palatial mansions, lush golf courses and a wild stretch of coastline inhabited by sea lions on a road often dubbed one of the world’s most scenic drives.
Fisherman's Wharf
Take a whale tour, admire the ocean views from seafood restaurants and browse the souvenirs for sale in this thriving marina.
Things to do
Monterey: Monterey Bay Dolphin and Whale Watching Boat Tour
Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Alta Mesa Hotel Deals
Stargazer Inn and Suites
Always the best place to stay for us
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Nice room, plenty of parking and easy check in/out
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Arbor Inn Monterey
it was very cute and everyone was very helpful during check in and check out, would go back
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Nice place
Reviewed on Feb 3, 2026
Hotel Abrego
Room was clean. Lobby had a beautiful warm fireplace.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
My favorite place away from home. Quite, clean, cute, close to everything.
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Alta Mesa
Downtown Monterey
The beaches and seaside views 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.
Old Monterey
Old Monterey is a destination visitors seek out for is pristine beaches, ample dining options, and popular aquarium. You might also want to check out attractions like Waterfront or Perry House while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Monterey Vista
While Monterey Vista might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Munras Avenue and Waterfront.
Oak Grove
While there might not be top attractions in Oak Grove, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Monterey Bay Aquarium and Dennis the Menace Playground.
Skyline Forest
While Skyline Forest might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Presidio of Monterey and Munras Avenue.
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 neighborhood.
