Monterey Wine Country

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Point Lobos State Reserve showing landscape views, forests and a lake or waterhole
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo featuring flowers, a monument and heritage elements
Central California which includes general coastal views and rocky coastline
Point Pinos Lighthouse which includes a lighthouse and general coastal views
Carmel featuring autumn leaves, shopping and street scenes

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Carmel featuring signage, a city and nightlife

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.

Downtown Monterey
Carmel featuring a house, fall colors and a sunset

Golden Rectangle

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

Golden Rectangle
Carmel featuring a house, fall colors 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 showing 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 showing a park and theater scenes

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
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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 Monterey Bay Aquarium and Munras Avenue.

Monterey Vista
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 ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,086 reviews)
"Cute hotel most have ocean views but the ocean is literally steps away but you can't hear waves. There are no blackout curtains and it is near a busy street so you'll hear cars all the time unless you close window. We saw deer and their little babies from our window in the evening. Everything nearby ..."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Lovers Point Inn
Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages

2.5 out of 5
1100 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, CA
Book a stay at this golf motel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free parking, a garden, and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice location, nice staff. Good bed. The TV in the room was too small for the space"

Reviewed on Aug 6, 2025

Sea Breeze Inn And Cottages
Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside

3.5 out of 5
1441 Canyon Del Rey Blvd, Seaside, CA
The price is P11,118 per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
P11,118
P13,912 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,317 reviews)
"Their amenities and morning breakfast are very good."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II

3.5 out of 5
1091 Pinehurst Ln, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star golf condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 7 outdoor pools, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,070 reviews)
"The staff at the front desk was amazing & very helpful. They definitely made our stay memorable."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

Marriott's Desert Springs Villas II
Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel

2.5 out of 5
1736 State St, San Diego, CA
Stay at this aparthotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Port of San Diego and USS Midway Museum ...
7.8/10 Good! (38 reviews)
"Love that it was super clean. Would definitely book again."

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Little Italy Inn - Limited Service Apart Hotel
The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert

4 out of 5
75 Willow Ridge, Palm Desert, CA
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified condo in Palm Desert. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,134 reviews)
"Great ammenities, gorgeous property great for the whole family."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

The Westin Desert Willow Villas, Palm Desert
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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