Is there anything more romantic than a sunset stroll near the water? Take your sweetie to Coast Guard Pier and enjoy watching the sky change color together.

This waterside attraction is located in Monterey. If you're looking for things to do on a budget, you'll be pleased to hear there's no entry fee. When you're done at Coast Guard Pier, check out other attractions in the area. Monterey Bay Aquarium, Fishermans Wharf and Carmel Beach will keep you busy.

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The Bartlett Hotel and Guesthouse

Union Square

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Las Vegas (LAS) to San Francisco (SFO)

7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)

Cute rooms, cleanliness and staff was nice. Area not too ideal, homeless around the area. Otherwise I had a great stay!

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Embassy Hotel

Downtown San Francisco

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Las Vegas (LAS) to San Francisco (SFO)

5.8/10 (1,006 reviews)

Very basic, don’t expect much. The paint on the walls is peeling, we could smell the rug, there was a bit of mold in the bathroom and gnats coming out of the shower’s drain. The bed was old and after a couple of days gave us a back pain. Very noisy outside and area is not safe to be out alone at night.

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Fisherman's Wharf

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Las Vegas (LAS) to San Francisco (SFO)

9/10 Wonderful! (6,602 reviews)

Breakfast was good. The fireplaces outside were really nice. Room was nice

Reviewed on Aug 2, 2025

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