Monterey Wine Country

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Point Lobos State Reserve which includes forests, a lake or waterhole and mountains
Point Lobos State Reserve which includes forests, a lake or waterhole and mountains
Cathedral of San Carlos Borromeo which includes religious elements, flowers and a monument
Central California
Point Pinos Lighthouse showing general coastal views and a lighthouse

Where to stay in Monterey Wine Country

Following highway 1 south out of Monterey you get views like this

Downtown Monterey

4/5(31 area reviews)

The pristine beaches and popular aquarium are top of the list for many visitors to Downtown Monterey. A stop by Monterey State Beach or Dennis the Menace Playground might round out your trip.

Downtown Monterey
View of Carmel Beach from Scenic Rd.

Golden Rectangle

5/5(11 area reviews)

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

Golden Rectangle
Houses in Pacific Grove, California

Downtown Carmel

If you're spending some time in Downtown Carmel, Carmel Plaza and The Doud Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Carmel
One of the most mesmerizing jellyfish species I have ever seen!

New Monterey

If you're spending some time in New Monterey, Cannery Row and San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater are top sights worth seeing.

New Monterey
Forest Theater Guild showing theatre scenes and art

Southeast Carmel

While visiting Southeast Carmel, you might make a stop by sights like Forest Theater Guild and Mission Trail Nature Preserve.

Southeast Carmel
Sunset

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
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 €115 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
€115
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Seaside. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,216 reviews)
The room is small and not well maintained. Even no cups for water or to brush teeth. The worst Holiday’s Inn we have experienced:

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

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 Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,270 reviews)
Convenient location right next to ocean. Noise-wise, the hotel can improve much.

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Lovers Point Inn
Olympia Lodge

Olympia Lodge

3 out of 5
1140 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove CA
The price is €119 per night from 28 Feb to 1 Mar
€119
28 Feb - 1 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The heat didn’t work, there was very little water pressure in the shower, the sink was clogged, and the toilet plunger didn’t seal, so the water ran into the toilet constantly. And, the breakfast was a croissant and a cookie in a box.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Olympia Lodge
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.
Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!

Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!

Seaside CA
Stay at this golf holiday home in Seaside. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Fisherman's Wharf are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (326 reviews)
Clean and nice house. Good communication. We enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Monterey Co. Bungalow Near the Ocean - 2 Free Aquarium Passes Included!
Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.

Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.

Pebble Beach CA
Stay at this holiday home in Pebble Beach. Enjoy a garden, laundry facilities and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (213 reviews)
Great location and so nice to find a place big enough for our family and our dog! Our host was very responsive. The beds were comfortable and we had a great time!

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Pebble Beach house for Magnificent Ocean & Perfect Golf, on The Old 17 Miles Dr.
2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown

2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown

Pacific Grove CA
Stay at this beach holiday home in Pacific Grove. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a garden. Popular attractions Monterey Bay Aquarium and Cannery Row are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (342 reviews)
Great location. Very nicely appointed. Would stay there again.

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

2021 Remodeled Victorian in Excellent Location, Close to Beach and Downtown
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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