Title: Visit New Monterey: 2026 New Monterey, Monterey Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in New Monterey](https://expedia.com/New-Monterey-Monterey-Hotels.0-n864658671704231936-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Monterey](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Monterey](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in New Monterey](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-New-Monterey.d864658671704231936.Car-Rental-Guide)[New Monterey Vacations](https://expedia.com/New-Monterey.d864658671704231936.Destination-Travel-Guides) # New Monterey, CA ## Monterey ![One of the most mesmerizing jellyfish species I have ever seen!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/4da19b20-7e56-447b-93af-f67d8fab6e0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![My attempt at an artistic shot! Beautiful day at Monterey.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/001d5099-972a-4e04-a852-2525519e9560.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![2 types of treasure hunting in Monterey, CA #beach #summer](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/4937474b-c261-4920-bb56-7fe3cd9eeee8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View from Vista Blue Spa at Monterey Plaza Hotel.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/41340c25-3b96-4948-9413-54b2cc7e7486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![A charming beach town on the California coast.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/eadbc903-3407-48ea-8f1c-f733b297c81a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit New Monterey Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Monterey Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Monterey.dx180045) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Cannery Row showing a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131067/7a8b0314-d258-49d3-b78b-68ee4ab73b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cannery Row 4.5/5(1,991 reviews) Luxury, leisure and nature come together at this historic sardine-canning district, which is one of Monterey’s most acclaimed recreational areas. [](https://expedia.com/Cannery-Row-New-Monterey.d6131067.Vacation-Attraction) ![My attempt at an artistic shot! Beautiful day at Monterey.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/001d5099-972a-4e04-a852-2525519e9560.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater 5/5(10 reviews) Why not spend a carefree afternoon at San Carlos Beach - The Breakwater during your travels in Monterey? Amble around the area's seaside or visit its shops. [](https://expedia.com/San-Carlos-Beach-The-Breakwater-New-Monterey.d6210105.Vacation-Attraction) ![Steinbeck Plaza of Monterey](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634329723878/46e18d85-a321-48f6-813b-443cb198e184.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Steinbeck Plaza 4/5(7 reviews) You can find out about the history of Monterey with a trip to Steinbeck Plaza. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Steinbeck-Plaza-New-Monterey.d553248634329723878.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cute sleepy seal at the coast guard pier in beautiful Monterey, CA.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/afad230a-fde6-4af5-a2fa-b2f4482638e1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Coast Guard Pier 4/5(2 reviews) After visiting Coast Guard Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Monterey. Stroll along the area's pebble beaches, or simply savor its seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Coast-Guard-Pier-New-Monterey.d6328026.Vacation-Attraction) ![Coffee with a view ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/b7f87e0c-f998-4a5a-a5e7-d99cc90324b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### McAbee Beach Why not spend a lazy afternoon at McAbee Beach during your trip to Monterey? [](https://expedia.com/McAbee-Beach-Monterey.d553248635983992765.Vacation-Attraction) ![View from behind Ed Ricketts old laboratory](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/5d407e32-b165-4d62-88da-3cce0ef965ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Pacific Biological Laboratories You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Pacific Biological Laboratories during your travels in Monterey. Wander the area's seaside or simply enjoy one of its seafood restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Pacific-Biological-Laboratories-New-Monterey.d6328062.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4583863/5b1ebb3c-e5d2-44c8-bdd2-b457f2bd52a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Whale Watching Tour $75 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-whale-watching-tour.a4583863.activity-details) ![RadWagon tandem](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1385287/ccfaa45d-65fb-459c-b8a7-8b9cf4127440.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey's 17 Mile Drive Guided Electric Bike Tour, 3 hr $79 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/montereys-17-mile-drive-guided-electric-bike-tour.a1385287.activity-details) ![Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48223089/194ea493-f85e-4071-9dcd-2aedb9f4336f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Whale Watching Tour with A Marine Guide $70 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-whale-watching-tour-with-a-marine-guide.a48223089.activity-details) ![Picture 1 for Activity Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4758083/6f35c3d7-4fcb-467a-9464-1825ae8a7c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey Bay: Sunset Catamaran Sailing Cruise $95 per adult **90%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-bay-sunset-catamaran-sailing-cruise.a4758083.activity-details) ![Monterey: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4751405/55972508-9a4b-4ed7-b08f-7f14280d9452.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey and 17 Mile Drive: Half-Day Electric Bike Rental $55 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-and-17-mile-drive-half-day-electric-bike-rental.a4751405.activity-details) ![Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Anytime Admission](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47761192/5ba393f4-c4cf-45d7-9355-10a0229f2e8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Monterey: Treasure Hunt The Ride - Ticket + Power-Up Combo $23 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/monterey-treasure-hunt-the-ride-ticket-power-up-combo.a47761192.activity-details) [See all activities in Monterey](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Monterey.d180045.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## New Monterey Hotel Deals ![Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25100/25067/10063030_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 400 Cannery Row Monterey CA $323 nightly $373 total Apr 5 - Apr 6 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury resort in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,452 reviews) Parking was easy and the valet fee is not as high as many other locations. The staff is friendly and attentive and the hotel is clean inside and out. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F5%2F2026&endDate=4%2F6%2F2026&selected=25067&PinnedHotelID=25067&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658671704231936) ![InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1870000/1867000/1866920/7bb2ea16_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### InterContinental the Clement Monterey by IHG 750 Cannery Row Monterey CA $277 nightly $320 total Apr 13 - Apr 14 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,117 reviews) The food at the hotel restaurant did not live up to the standards of an InterContinental Hotel. At checkout, the female front desk staff member—without a smile—bluntly asked if I needed a receipt. Aside from that, everything else was generally fine. Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F13%2F2026&endDate=4%2F14%2F2026&selected=1866920&PinnedHotelID=1866920&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658671704231936) ![Cannery Row Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/110000/104600/104591/9aca4386_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Cannery Row Inn 200 Foam St Monterey Monterey CA $117 nightly $134 total Apr 22 - Apr 23 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,274 reviews) Everything was within walking distance. San Carlos beach is right at the corner and Tidal coffee shop was down the way. Great views and a great stay Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F22%2F2026&endDate=4%2F23%2F2026&selected=104591&PinnedHotelID=104591&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658671704231936) ![Victorian Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/11400/11328/616363d2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Victorian Inn 487 Foam St Monterey CA $208 nightly $237 total Apr 2 - Apr 3 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,539 reviews) Breakfast was good, really enjoyed their wine and cheese from 5-6pm. Also staff was very friendly and helpful. Easy access to the rooms. Rooms were very clean. Parking is paid for daily but definitely worth it as you are close by everything. Would recommend and would definitely stay here again. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F2%2F2026&endDate=4%2F3%2F2026&selected=11328&PinnedHotelID=11328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658671704231936) ![Monterey Bay Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/3000/2918/9d2dddce_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Monterey Bay Inn 242 Cannery Row Monterey CA $277 nightly $314 total Mar 26 - Mar 27 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,061 reviews) I truly enjoyed my stay! Was sad to leave, but will definitely be back. Staff was kind and attentive, the room was clean, everything was walking distance, and views were amazing! Thank you! Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F26%2F2026&endDate=3%2F27%2F2026&selected=2918&PinnedHotelID=2918&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=864658671704231936) ![Spindrift Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2700/2671/3d60b89a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Spindrift Inn 652 Cannery Row Monterey CA $273 nightly $316 total Apr 1 - Apr 2 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Monterey. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews) Most staff were very nice one pretty girl would not smile for the life of her. Our balcony doors would not lock which seemed to be a little bit of a safety issue. There was no fan in our room. It was very hot. We had to call and request one. Only one night table in that room the set up of the room ... 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[](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Lighthouse-District.dx553248633938969710) ![Golden State Theatre showing theater scenes and a city](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6065889/cd083e4c-2ef5-44e9-b66a-0bb9d8a253dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Monterey 4.5/5(455 area reviews) 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 Waterfront or Perry House while you're exploring the neighborhood. [](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Old-Monterey.dx3000663242) ![Following highway 1 south out of Monterey you get views like this ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180045/efd1080d-de87-4d2b-ab02-2a4a86485920.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Downtown-Monterey.dx553248635939578117) ![panoramic drone view of Pebble Beach, California](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/864658025376669696/42bbf452-6a66-4196-bbc0-50acd561a8e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 Del Monte Shopping Center. [](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Monterey-Vista.dx864658025376669696) ![EyeEm Custom Shoots Q4 2018](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6337476/1508e2cd-2bab-4cab-84fa-6859a2db5c48.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alta Mesa If you're spending some time in Alta Mesa, Munras Avenue and Del Monte Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.com/Monterey-Alta-Mesa.dx864658499247034368) ![Path in live oak forest or woods, footpath trail or footway in old grove or woodland. 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