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.
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.
Cannery Row
Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas.
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.
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: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide
Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr
Monterey: Catamaran Sailing Cruise
Alta Mesa Hotel Deals
Stargazer Hotel
Call ahead to make sure indoor pool is in working order and open for use.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Arbor Inn Monterey
WiFi in room terrible, location great, staff friendly.
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
Days Inn by Wyndham Monterey Downtown
Clean rooms, walls are a little thin we could hear our neighbors conversations :(
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Best Western Park Crest Inn
Breakfast was great and the staff was very friendly. Hot tub was wonderful after a long day of adventure. Will book again.
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay
The lobby of the hotel is very nice with a decent restaurant and bar. The location is excellent as it's right in the heart of downtown Monterey and a short walk to Cannery Row. My biggest complaint is that the beds and the pillows are not very good.
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
Very historical yet amenities are updated and current. Very beautiful property.
Reviewed on May 17, 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 Monterey State Beach 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 Perry House or Monterey State Historic Park 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 Golden State Theatre.
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 Monterey State Beach.
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.
