Monterey Wine Country

Travel Guide

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 Golden State Theatre or Munras Avenue 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
Pacific Grove featuring hiking or walking as well as a couple

Town Center

If you're spending some time in Town Center, Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History and Jameson's Classic Motorcycle Museum are top sights worth seeing.

Town Center
Carmel featuring a house, fall colors and a sunset

Northwest Carmel

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 P6,765 per night from Jan 5 to Jan 6
P6,765
P7,690 total
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
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! (1,192 reviews)
Eggs, bagels,pancakes, sausage, cereal muffins,grayvi, coffee and more.realy good

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Holiday Inn Express at Monterey Bay by IHG
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 P9,586 per night from Jan 4 to Jan 5
P9,586
P12,236 total
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
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! (1,397 reviews)
Always a pleasure when staying at Embassy suite

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Embassy Suites by Hilton Monterey Bay Seaside
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! (1,199 reviews)
Nice spot. Very close to the beach

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Lovers Point Inn
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.
Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter

4 out of 5
502 10th Avenue San Diego CA
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Petco Park and Port of San Diego are located ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (606 reviews)
The room is beautiful and the staff is very helpful and attentive. It feels great here.

Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025

Sentral Gaslamp Quarter
Lagonita Lodge

Lagonita Lodge

3 out of 5
183 Lagonita Ln Big Bear Lake CA
Book a stay at this family-friendly aparthotel in Big Bear Lake. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,982 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Dec 25, 2025

Lagonita Lodge
The Americana Village

The Americana Village

2 out of 5
3845 Pioneer Trl South Lake Tahoe CA
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in South Lake Tahoe. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,507 reviews)
The staffs were friendly and helpful. The room was very clean.

Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025

The Americana Village
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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