Monterey Wine Country, CA

Travel Guide

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

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel featuring signage, a city and street scenes

Downtown Monterey

4.5/5(251 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Monterey
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

5/5(186 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Golden Rectangle, Carmel Plaza and Carmel Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Golden Rectangle
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

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
Forest Theater Guild featuring theater scenes and a park

Southeast Carmel

If you're spending some time in Southeast Carmel, Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve are top sights worth seeing.

Southeast Carmel
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, a house and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

4.5/5(159 area reviews)

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

Northwest Carmel
Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG

2.5 out of 5
1400 Del Monte Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is ￥23,619 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
￥23,619
￥26,754 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,147 reviews)
"Breakfast was great and the lady attendant was so nice really enjoyed our stay"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
Lovers Point Inn

Lovers Point Inn

2 out of 5
625 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, CA
Stay at this motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,123 reviews)
"Everything was clean and easy the beds were the worst part very hard and noisy."

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2025

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Lovers Point Inn
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! (1,288 reviews)
"cottage was spacious, jacuzzi tub a treat. furniture was a bit dated only bad thing was bed needs to be replaced in 323. it was not comfortable. breakfast was great with a lot of options and a large dining room . great onsite parking with space even covered. staff was pleasant and immediate response ..."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2025

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Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366

Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366

Pacific Grove
Book a stay at this beach condo in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and 17-Mile ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (235 reviews)
"Wonderful view from the deck. Updated patio furniture is much needed but it worked"

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

Oceanview Designer Beach House 2 Free Movie Passes license #0366
Oceanfront Home with Spectacular Views on Monterey Bay.

Oceanfront Home with Spectacular Views on Monterey Bay.

Pacific Grove
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (241 reviews)
"This is the funnest, most beautiful place and area that I have ever stayed at. Check-in was easy, and had everything we wanted and needed. Was great in every way. We walked to Cannery Row every day. The coast is so beautiful. I would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Oceanfront Home with Spectacular Views on Monterey Bay.
Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas

Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas

Seaside
Stay at this vacation home in Seaside. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)
"Great location and Navid was a great host!"

Reviewed on Sep 8, 2025

Quaint trendy home just a stroll from the seas
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Popular places to visit

Monterey Bay Aquarium showing marine life and interior views

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.

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

Cannery Row

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 which includes a beach and landscape views as well as an individual femail

Carmel Beach

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 featuring boating and general coastal views as well as a large group of people

Fisherman's Wharf

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

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

Pebble Beach Golf Links
Lovers Point featuring rugged coastline

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.

Lovers Point

Cities near Monterey Wine Country

Carmel featuring a house and autumn leaves

Carmel

Fort Ord Dunes State Park showing a beach

Seaside

Fort Ord Dunes State Park which includes views and a sandy beach

Marina

Pacific Grove

Pacific Grove